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  Debt How to Consolidate Debt

  You can choose from several debt consolidation options and it’s critical to understand the pros and cons of each.

  

  Alysse Guitar, Director of Growth  article author

  October 23, 2019
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  Home Equity What are the pros and cons of a fixed-rate HELOC

  The traditional HELOC is a closed-end line of credit that usually has a variable interest rate. The new HELOC features a fixed-rate option that gives homeowners full and immediate access to their funds, and still allows them to make additional draws once the balance has been paid.

  

  Hannah Friedman, Sr. Content Manager  article author

  October 18, 2019
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  Home Equity How to get a home equity line when you have bad credit

  A home equity line of credit (HELOC) can be very beneficial to borrowers who need some cash and have equity in their homes. You may not think that you can get a HELOC if you have bad credit, but you may very well still be approved. Before we get to that, let's first talk about the typical requirements to qualify for a HELOC.

  

  Hannah Friedman, Sr. Content Manager  article author

  October 17, 2019
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  Debt 5 scenarios when you should not consolidate your debt

  Debt consolidation is a tool that helps borrowers gather all their debts into one payment. Having a single loan can be beneficial for those with a medium-sized amount of debt that's spread out over a lot of different accounts.

  

  Alysse Guitar, Director of Growth  article author

  October 15, 2019
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  Tools And Guides Should I fully pay off my mortgage?

  Almost every homeowner dreams of the day when they can own their house outright. With this dream in mind, paying off your mortgage ahead of schedule can seem like the best financial option.

  

  Hannah Friedman, Sr. Content Manager  article author

  October 9, 2019
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  Tools And Guides Strategies to prepare and pay for major expenses

  For anyone who lives paycheck-to-paycheck, this can create a major challenge. How do you prepare for significant expenses? Here are a few strategies from professionals so that you're not caught unaware.

  

  Figure Technology Solutions, Inc. Editorial Team  article author

  October 9, 2019
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  Tools And Guides 7 tips to lower your debt and fix your finances

  If you're looking to turn your debt into a benefit, not a detriment, here are 7 tips to lower your debt and fix your finances.

  

  Nicole Beaulieu, CTO  article author

  October 8, 2019