The Ultimate Guide to Walmart Affirm
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When shopping online, but more likely in-store, you may have heard the term ‘buy now, pay later.’ It is the new term for an old concept: financing offered by retailers to customers who don’t want to pay 100% of their purchase up front. When used responsibly, this payment option can be a useful resource for consumers who need items before they have the money to buy them in full.
What is the Debt Cycle, and How Do I Avoid It?
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Eighty percent of Americans are caught up in a vicious cycle of debt. They took out too many loans in a row, and now the interest looks insurmountable.
Payday Loans for Bankrupts
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Declaring bankruptcy can have a negative impact on your credit report. After filing, a consumer will likely have to wait years before traditional lenders will work with them again. Fortunately, there may be a path to approval using payday loans for bankrupts. Alternative financing has more lenient eligibility criteria, and lenders in this sector work with people of all credit types.
The Difference Between Gross Rent and Net Rent
What is the difference between gross rent and net rent? Let's take a look at the guide below to have a better understanding.
What Are Faxless Payday Loans and How Do They Work?
In the past, applying for a personal loan or cash advance might require you to fax the paperwork to a lender.
How to Receive Your 2020 Stimulus Check in 2021
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Last April, the IRS issued what would be the first of two waves of stimulus checks with the hopes of providing relief to sudden unemployment or financial instability due to COVID-19’s early effects.
Tax Avoidance vs. Tax Evasion: What's the Difference?
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What is the difference between tax avoidance and tax evasion? Let us find out in the article below.
What Are Passive Income Tax Rates?
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Uncle Sam is always changing his mind about how much to tax passive income. To add to the confusion, the IRS treats passive income differently than any other type of payment.
In the US, there are three types of income subject to tax: passive income, earned income, and portfolio income. As with earned income, passive income is usually taxable, depending on factors discussed further in the article.
Valentine's Day Payday Loans for 2021
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Do you need a Valentine's Day gift for your loved one? Whatever you may be looking to buy, having additional money can help make the decision easier for you. Taking out a payday loan will help you pick out the gift for your Valentine.
Walmart Money Center: Services and Hours
What is the Walmart Money Center? It’s an in-store kiosk that customers can use for money transfers, check cashing, coin to cash converting, prepaid card reloading, check printing, bill payments, and other financial services. The company also has a website version of the Center, although to use many of the services you will need to go into an actual store.
The Importance of Cyber Security in Banking
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How safe is online banking? Many Americans are unaware of the possible cyber security threats that come with online banking. Learn about how banks protect your private information and the privacy policies designed to ensure online security.
Top Things to Spend Money on For a Happier Life
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If you're worried about spending a lot of money on something you'll never or very rarely use, you can put your money towards one of the more practical (but still luxury) everyday items. Or, if you have the cash and desire to splurge on something a bit more outlandish and flashy, we've included some of those options as well. Read on to find ideas for your next big splurge!
The Pros and Cons of Having a Joint Credit Card
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Money issues can add stress to a relationship. That's why many couples decide to share and combine their funds and apply for a joint credit account.
Payday Loans for Uber drivers: What to Know
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Being an Uber driver is a great idea when you are looking to make some extra cash on the side or when you enjoy driving full-time. You can set your own hours and work when and where you want.
COVID-19 Money-Management Tips: What to Do with an Inheritance
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Losing a loved one is a painful process. Often, people struggle with deciding what to do with the money their loved ones leave behind. For many, that process has only become more stressful as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact inheritance proceedings due to court closures.
How to Get a Cash Advance for Social Security Recipients
In any society, a significant percentage of the population lives on minimal income. In the U.S., some of these people rely on social security to meet life’s expenses. There are times when additional funding is necessary.
VantageScore vs FICO Score
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It's never been more challenging for U.S. lenders to make credit decisions. COVID-19 put the economy in a tailspin, and lenders are still unsure how to adjust their risk-assessment models to avoid customers who will default on the loan.
Beginner’s Guide to Free Investment Apps
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The pandemic has seen an all-time rise in investment app users, most of whom are young adults with little to no investing experience.
Top 6 Budgeting Tips from the Great Depression
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The Great Depression was a catastrophic time in U.S. history when unemployment reached 25% and bank failures eradicated many people’s savings.
Benefits for Disabled Veterans in the U.S.
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If you served in the U.S. military and are disabled, you may be entitled to certain services and resources provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
What is Credit Counseling and How Does It Work?
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If you struggle with efficient budgeting to pay off debts, monthly bills, and other expenses, then it may be time to consider a credit counselor.
10 Super Simple Ways to Start Saving Money from an Expert
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I’ve always been a thrifty soul, even as a child. During my adult years of writing professionally for the financial industry, I have learned even more ways to save money. Most of these things are such a big part of my life that they have become second nature.
PayPal Pay in 4 Review
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This holiday season, we look forward to a hopefully brighter future. Home-cooked Thanksgiving meals, hot cocoa by the campfire on Christmas day, getting great deals on Black Friday, and many other things.
What is the Debt Snowball Method?
Is debt inescapable? That perception is true for most, as over 70% of American consumers die in debt. But, it doesn’t have to be that way.