It might seem like you only borrow money when you don’t have enough, but that’s not the case. There are many wealthy people who take on debt; they just do it in different ways than their less-well-off counterparts do. Of course, not every rich person has exactly the same money habits. But here are four … Read more
If you have a 401(k) and you want to take a mortgage loan, find out if the mortgage lender considers the 401(k) debt during the approval process. 3 min read. When you apply for a mortgage loan, the lender will look at your income and debts to see if they will let you borrow money. … Read more
Credit Karma has provided free credit analysis and financial literacy and management tools to clients online since 2007. Based in Oakland, California, the company claims over 130 million members in the United States, Canada, and United Kingdom. While best known for offering free credit scores, Credit Karmas services extend through its partnerships to identity monitoring, … Read more
Banks verify your paystubs through a multi-step process, including cross-referencing with other documents and potentially using third-party verification services. This article will explain the various methods banks use to verify paystubs and how you can ensure your documents are accurate and up-to-date. Banks have a variety of methods to determine and verify your income when … Read more
Theres not a one-size-fits-all solution for the number of credit cards a person should own. But it’s usually a good idea to have at least two or three credit card accounts open at the same time. You should also have other types of credit, like student loans, an auto loan, or a mortgage. Just remember: … Read more
Buying your first home is an exciting milestone but saving up enough money for a down payment can be challenging. With home prices on the rise many first-time buyers turn to family members for financial help with their down payment. If your parents have offered to gift you money to put toward a house, you … Read more
If you’re getting a Federal Housing Administration (FHA loan), you’ll need to get an appraisal in most cases. An FHA appraisal tells you how much the house is worth and makes sure it’s safe for the owner or person who wants to buy it. We’ll explain exactly how the FHA appraisal process works, help you … Read more
Most people take out a mortgage because they have to. Homes are expensive, and chances are good the average individual does not have hundreds of thousands of dollars to just write a check for one. But not everyone has to borrow to buy a house. Rich people with a lot of cash on hand may … Read more
There’s no doubt that using credit cards can make life easier. It makes sense to use your card for everyday purchases when everyone takes plastic, from the flower seller at the farmers market to your favorite food truck. But using your credit card isn’t always the smart choice. While earning airline miles and cash-back with … Read more
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