With the current luxury of easy credit card spending, it wasn’t all that long ago that women were denied the privalege of using credit. In this piece we briefly discuss the history of the struggle of women to earn the right to credit.
Author Archive: Liz, Financial Advisor
Student Loans
A college education is a valuable, time-honored, and treasured experience. It is also very expensive. Fortunately, there are many programs available to both parents and students to help cover the cost of college, including federal and private loans.
Your Rights Concerning Your Credit Report
It is crucial that you know your rights when it comes to your credit file. Laws are in place to help prevent identity theft, improve resolution of consumer complaints, facilitate access to your credit information, and help improve the accuracy of all information contained therein.
Earn on Rewards Credit Cards
Tips on how you can actually make a profit by using a credit card that earns cash rewards for your everyday purchases.
Vacation and Rental Home Financing
Are you considering a vacation home or looking to buy a rental property? We have some tips to help you locate the best mortgage on your investment and discuss the tax benefits.
Lending and Credit Discrimination
If you feel that you have been denied credit based on discriminatory practices, you have rights that you should know about.
How to Make Money Using Your Home Equity
It sounds like a sales pitch, but it’s true. Many people have learned how to use their home equity to make money and create wealth. Learn the techniques that you can use to make money from your home’s equity.
Peer Lending: A Good Loan Option for Bad Credit
Peer to peer lending is a revolutionary form of lending that allows consumers to lend and borrow from each other. No banks are involved.
Phishing Scams and Fraud
Learn how crooks are trying to phish for your personally identifiable information and taking your money.
Tips for buying a home and taking your first mortgage
There are many benefits of buying a home. In this article, we discuss those benefits, the types of mortgages, and how to prepare for qualification.