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What Happens If I Miss a Loan Payment?

By: Holly Love 07.20.23 3 minute read

Life is unpredictable. An emergency, unexpected illness, or a bout of forgetfulness can all end in a missed loan payment. While missing a single payment may come with unwanted consequences like fees or penalties, it will not result in financial ruin. Stay calm and keep reading to learn what happens if you miss a loan payment.

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How to Save Your First $1,000

By: Holly Love 06.22.23 3 minute read

There are many reasons why it feels difficult to save money. Economic circumstances, debts, emergencies, or impulse purchases can all wreak havoc on our savings accounts—or prevent us from building our savings in the first place.

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What Do the New Loan-Level Pricing Adjustments (LLPAs) Mean for Mortgage Rates?

By: Holly Love 05.04.23 3 minute read

You may have seen in the news that there is a “new” tax for mortgage borrowers with higher credit scores. Bold headlines are claiming that those with a higher credit score will be paying more to subsidize those with lower credit scores, sometimes going as far as to wrongly suggest that you should deliberately lower your credit score to pay less. This has been misconstrued.

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Save More by Buying a Car at these Key Times of Year

By: Holly Love 02.16.23 3 minute read

A vehicle is no small purchase. Many people will research for hours before making a decision, comparing manufacturers, models, and even dealerships. When doing your research, don’t forget to answer this vital question: when is the best time to buy? By timing your purchase for a sales event, you can save yourself thousands of dollars on the ticket price or interest payments over the life of your loan. Between inflation and high vehicle costs, it’s more important than ever to save on large purchases like a new car. By learning the best times to shop for a new car, you can stack the odds in your favor that you’ll be driving off the lot with the car of your dreams at a comfortable price.

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