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Three Expensive Sources of Quick Cash

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Tax Refund Anticipation Loans. There are some lenders that will offer you a loan based on a tax refund you have coming. Indeed, some tax preparation companies offer these loans to you. The fees on these loans can be rather high, and can reduce the value of your tax refund. What to Do Instead.

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Pros and Cons of Paying Off Your Mortgage Early

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Tax Breaks Another reason against paying out the mortgage early is the tax breaks that it brings. The interest on your mortgage is tax deductible if you rent your property, giving you an extra return on investment. Most mortgages cover the family home and so the investment is held until they want to move or down-size.