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Citizens Bank personal loans: 2022 review
Citizens Bank no longer offers personal loans, but there are alternatives.
1 min read Dec 20, 2022 -
Cost of living in Arizona
Prices in the Grand Canyon State can vary wildly depending on how close you are to Phoenix.
4 min read Dec 19, 2022 -
What is prescriptive easement?
And should it be a deal-breaker, if one’s attached to that dream home you’re eyeing?
5 min read Dec 19, 2022 -
What can the seller do if the homebuyer backs out?
It depends on what your contract says, and what stage of the contract you’re in.
5 min read Dec 19, 2022 -
Predatory Lending Facts and Statistics
Are you being targeted for a student loan forgiveness scam?
5 min read Dec 19, 2022 -
Self Credit Builder Account with Secured Visa vs. Discover it Secured
Which card is better for building credit — the Self Visa or Discover it Secured?
5 min read Dec 19, 2022 -
Cost of living in Virginia
Virginia has a lot to offer, from big-city vibes in the D.C. metro area to beaches and mountains galore. But how affordable is it?
4 min read Dec 09, 2022 -
Home inspections: What to know, how they work and why buyers need one
Skip this step, and your dream home could become a nightmarish money pit.
6 min read Dec 09, 2022 -
Credit card extended warranties: How do they work?
Learn how to lengthen the coverage period on your next big purchase.
5 min read Dec 08, 2022 -
Buying a home from a relocation company
Buying a “relo” property directly from a relocation company can be slightly different from a typical real estate transaction.
3 min read Dec 07, 2022
