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A personal loan is a great financial tool. It can help you consolidate debt, renovate your home, or even pay for college. Ready to explore if it's right for you? We've got everything you need, right here.

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Emergency expense? Big move? A personal loan can help.
Borrowers have a few places to turn to for personal loans. Here’s what to know.

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Bedroom rental
You can score valuable extra money by using space you already have.
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Don’t miss these statements, which will start arriving via email or snail mail.
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You can’t write off your Mom’s income, but you may be able to claim her as a dependent.
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You can carry over losses on certain capital assets forever, but it’s not simple.
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Each state has its own taxation system, usually a combination of income, sales and property taxes.
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You can deduct mortgage interest on two homes. But if you rent the third, you have an option.
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You would have gotten a bigger tax break if your aunt had left her property to you in a trust.
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One box of Form 1099-R tells if you owe an additional penalty, another if you owe tax.
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