Penny Pinchin' Mom

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The post How to Save Up for a Car Without Breaking the Bank appeared first on Penny Pinchin' Mom. Learning how to save up for a car without breaking the bank can now be somewhat difficult. That’s why a vast majority of us go the financing route. Spending hard cash is much harder than swiping your credit card.

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DECEMBER 25, 2023

If you find discrepancies with your credit score or information from your credit report, please contact TransUnion® directly. NerdUp by NerdWallet credit card: Bank services offered by Evolve Bank & Trust, Member FDIC. Pre-qualified offers are not binding. NerdWallet Compare, Inc. CA resident license no.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MARCH 8, 2017

So do finances. If you give the same care to you finances that you give your garden, both should grow. You wouldn’t think of planting your day lily in the middle of an interstate, so don’t think of planting your finances in a hostile environment. It’s the same way with finances. Use good stock.

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DECEMBER 27, 2023

If you find discrepancies with your credit score or information from your credit report, please contact TransUnion® directly. NerdUp by NerdWallet credit card: Bank services offered by Evolve Bank & Trust, Member FDIC. Pre-qualified offers are not binding. NerdWallet Compare, Inc. CA resident license no.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Lenders set their own qualifications for business loans, including time in business, personal and business credit score, annual revenue and collateral. You’ll also need to make sure that you meet the lender’s requirements for credit score, time in business and cash flow, ensuring that your business can easily handle loan repayments.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Here are the essential steps on how to start a business, from choosing the right business idea, creating a solid business plan and structuring your company to opening a business bank account and choosing the right accounting software. A business bank account can help, and they’re easy to set up.

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2011

You spring clean your home; why not spring clean your finances? Welcome in the beauty of the season with 5 Steps to Spring Cleaning Your Finances Review your 2011 Financial Goals. The Family Balance Sheet is a form that I created to help me communicate the state of our finances with my husband.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 4, 2011

Hello and welcome to the 316th Carnival of Personal Finance- Family Edition. Big Cajun Man from THE Canadian Personal Finance Site asks What is Your Financial Plan B? Ken from Spruce Up Your Finances asks Need A Down Payment For Your House? Nathan Richardson from ComplexSearch.com presents What’s a Good Credit Score?

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Best mortgage refinance lenders Lender Credit requirements Bankrate Score Better 620 for conventional loans, 580 for FHA loans 4.6 Old National Bank 620 for conventional loans, 640 for FHA loans, 680 for VA loans 4.6 Bank 620 for conventional loans, 740 for jumbo loans 4.8 Citizens Bank 620 for conventional loans 4.5

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 21, 2012

Hello and welcome to this week’s Carnival of Personal Finance. If any of you have seen me host carnivals before you know that I like to add in some funny clips about personal finance for your enjoyment. Editors Picks: Big Cajun Man from THE Canadian Personal Finance Site shares 10 Phrases I have Used to Save Money.

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APRIL 4, 2024

Image Source/GettyImages; Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate When you’re shopping for a mortgage , you have many options, from big banks to online lenders to local credit unions. Best mortgage lenders Lender Bankrate Score Credit requirements Down payment minimum Bethpage Federal Credit Union 4.9

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DECEMBER 24, 2023

It’s also a great fit for Bank of America customers, as the bank owns Merrill and the investment side is well integrated with the bank. Ally is a full-service bank as well, so it could be a smart choice for investors who want to keep their IRA and accounts at the same institution.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 7, 2014

(Photo credit: Wikipedia). Around since just before the financial crash, peer lending got the same black-eye as all credit when the bubble burst on sub-prime loans. If the loan is fully funded, the money is released to the borrower’s bank account and monthly payments are made directly to the website. Peer Lending Reborn.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Key takeaways A personal loan is money you can borrow to finance large purchases, consolidate debt, invest in yourself or cover emergency expenses. Working to improve your credit score and reduce your debt-to-income ratio before applying can help get you the best loan terms. You will also start to repay the money.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 25, 2023

You apply for a private student loan through a bank, credit union or online lender. Compare offers from multiple lenders including banks, credit unions, online companies and state-based lenders to find the lowest interest rate. Credit score and income are taken into account for most student loans.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 13, 2015

Before you get ready to shove those kids of yours out of the nest, here are what I consider to be (based on my experience as a person, a Mom, and a Grandma) the most important things you (or someone) should teach them about personal finance. Neither would you want the bank or institution to rip you off. How to manage life activities.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 28, 2014

Millions of customers had their data stolen, including credit and debit information. My credit card information was vulnerable during the PlayStation Network breach of a few years ago. Use Credit Cards. I use credit cards a lot more now. This is because I don’t want my bank account compromised.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Key takeaways Home equity loans and HELOCs are both financing tools that allow you to borrow against your ownership stake in your home. HELOCs (home equity lines of credit) come with variable interest rates and fluctuating monthly payments (like credit cards). A home equity line of credit (HELOC) is also secured.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

When you can’t see the extra money sitting in your bank account, you’ll be less likely to spend it. 2. Work on your Credit. It sounds strange but working on your credit rating now will give you a lot of benefits in the long-run. Often, the best loan deals are reserved for people with the best credit.

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DECEMBER 24, 2023

Check your credit score Your credit score will help you determine your financing options; lenders use it (among other factors) to set the terms and rates of your loan. The higher your credit score, the lower the interest rate you will be eligible for — which means that lower scores equate to more expensive mortgages.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 24, 2023

Simply fill in your outstanding loan amounts, credit card balances and other debts. Fill in your outstanding loan amounts, credit card balances and other debts to see what your monthly payment could look like. Personal loans A personal loan is an unsecured loan that, unlike a credit card, has equal monthly payments.

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MARCH 26, 2021

Do you have enough cash to cover them or would you have to rely on high-interest credit cards or a loan from your family? With little money in their bank accounts, these Americans couldn’t afford these unfortunate expenses without using a credit card or maybe relying on a loan from family and friends. A Very Tough Year.

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For the Mommas

JULY 23, 2012

You can get a totally free credit report (thru Experian and enter to win $250.00). Credit Sesame wants to help you ease the ‘Back to School” stress. Credit Sesame wants to help you ease the ‘Back to School” stress. Don’t worry about raking up those credit card bills, or putting a dent in your savings.

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DECEMBER 24, 2023

For example, your home would count toward your net worth if you’re willing to use it for a home equity line of credit or sell it should the need arise. That includes revolving consumer debts — such as credit card balances — as well as personal, auto, payday and title loan balances. Net worth of U.S. families by income Net worth of U.S.

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DECEMBER 24, 2023

These can be had directly from a mortgage lender or through a state housing finance agency, which connects first-time buyers with partner lenders. Instead, you’ll work with a mortgage lender of your choosing, which might be a bank, online lender or credit union, for example. Some lenders even specialize in certain types.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 24, 2012

Forty-one percent of adults in the United States gave themselves a grade of C, D, or F on their knowledge of personal finance (according to the 2011 Consumer Financial Literacy Survey Final Report of the National Foundation for Credit Counseling).

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 25, 2012

Saving means that you deposit a sum of money, which you can generally add to over time, into an account with a bank, credit union, savings and loan or other financial institution. The bank uses your money for lending and pays you a pre-determined interest rate for that privilege. A dollar saved, as they say, is a dollar earned.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 3, 2016

While my spouse and I were in the throes of child rearing we didn’t think much about providing an intentional or structured set of lessons around personal finance. No, we won’t put that on the credit card and pay for it later. Take them to the bank and let them see you make your deposits. Take them into the bank.

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Fashion Without Guilt

MARCH 14, 2011

I came across a very informative article from Christian Personal Finance. Christian Personal Finance listed their 10 FREE Online Resources that they use for their Online Business Productivity. Check out the article on Christian Personal Finance for the explanation of what each services offers. ING Direct Bank Account.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 26, 2016

Each year I bring them together in my Grandma Rie’s Money Camp and focus on different aspects of personal finance, with saving being a focus in each camp. Both are now old enough to open a bank savings account. If you are risk averse, you may lose sleep (and health) worrying about the safety of your finances.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

In most cases, as people age and establish better credit scores, they have access to all sorts of discounts and fee reductions that weren’t available to them when they were younger. Making sure you’re covered for damage to your home is not only a wise move but is required in situations where your asset is financed by a bank.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Bad credit loans: A guide to getting a personal loan with bad credit Upgrade: Best overall bad credit loans Why it made the list: Upgrade has a low minimum credit score requirement and low starting rates — a somewhat rare combination. Upgrade’s borrowing requirements Minimum credit score: 560.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

Just like any other loan, you apply for refinancing, which includes a thorough check of your credit, income, employment history and finances. Homeowners who have improved their credit score or lowered their debt-to-income ratio, for example, might be eligible for a better rate today if they refinance.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 16, 2012

If you are currently looking to adopt an ethical approach to your finances, you have probably already got some areas that you want to exclude. Some banks have a history of lending to poor countries, who then use it to buy things like arms. Some banks have a history of lending to poor countries, who then use it to buy things like arms.

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DECEMBER 27, 2023

Use this calculator to help you decide whether a personal loan is the right financing option for your plans. Borrowers with strong credit and income are more likely to qualify for large loan amounts. Your personal loan interest rate is based primarily on your credit profile and financial information. Enter your interest rate.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 17, 2021

With finances being tighter than ever, many families are looking for ways to trim their budget and reduce expenses. For example, if you live in an area prone to flooding, earthquakes, tornadoes, or other natural disasters, your bank may require you purchase special insurance against those types of events. Maintain a good credit score.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Stride Funding Income Share Agreement An income share agreement, or ISA, is not a student loan, but graduate students may be able to use one to finance their education. Prodigy only offers variable-rate loans, which are riskier than fixed-rate options, and doesn’t lend to borrowers in all 50 states.

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