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Mortgages

Is Marry the House, Date the Rate a Good Homebuying Strategy?

August 27, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

Is now the right time to buy a house? If you utilize the strategy of “marry the house, date the rate,” the answer could be yes.

Savings

Good Debt vs. Bad Debt

August 06, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

Is there such a thing as good debt? What types of debt should you avoid? We answer these questions and more.

Credit Cards

How to Build Your Credit Score

April 24, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

If you’re recovering from a poor financial stretch or simply just beginning your credit history, there are a number of ways to build your credit score.

Credit Cards

What Does and Doesn’t Affect Your Credit Score

November 01, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

There are five primary factors that can boost or lower your credit score.

Insights

What I Learned Sending My Kid to College (That Isn’t Taught in Textbooks)

July 01, 2021. Donald Kerr

College is getting more expensive – and more difficult to pay for – every year. But there are numerous ways to save money on tuition.

Credit Cards

Simple Ways to Avoid Credit Card Debt

December 07, 2018. Tara Schatz

Credit cards let you spend beyond your means. Avoid the pitfalls of credit card debt with this helpful guide.

Credit Cards

Preparing Your Children for Their First Credit Card

October 20, 2018. Tara Schatz

A credit card can teach kids about spending, saving, budgeting and more. But it is also a big responsibility.

Credit Cards

8 Things You Should Never Use Your Credit Card For

October 09, 2018. Tara Schatz

It’s tempting to swipe a card and worry about the bill later. But there are times when using a credit card for payment isn’t the best idea.

Retirement

Early 401k Withdrawal Explained

October 01, 2018. Joanna Cutrara

Taking money out of your 401k before it’s time is complicated. Learn more about early 401k withdrawals and penalties.

Mortgages

Explaining Mortgage Insurance

June 01, 2017. AAA Staff

Q. Can you explain mortgage insurance? A. Mortgage insurance, sometimes referred to as private mortgage insurance or PMI, protects lenders against borrowers who default on their loans. Any borrower who puts down less than 20 percent on a mortgage should expect to pay mortgage insurance, which is often paid on a monthly basis with other…