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A home equity loan is a home loan that requires a piece of real estate to be used as collateral or security. This loan is provided as a mortgage on a piece of property. The amount someone can borrow from this type of loan is based on the equity of the property used as security. Because of this, a...

It can be very damaging to suspect that someone is lying but knowing how to identify logical suspicions from those which may not have real basis can be very freeing. It is no secret that everyone is capable of lying and in some instances, lying can cause no harm, however in business and in some f...

Getting a loan when you have outstanding debts, been refused for a credit card, had past issues with loan payments, or declared bankruptcy can be very tricky. However, it is possible to still be approved for a loan because bad credit does not only affect you but also more than a million other Can...

People have been using their home equity as a source of emergency funds or as a backup savings plan for years, but not a lot understand how it really works. If you haven’t tapped your home equity yet, 2019 might be the year to consider tapping your home equity for huge bills, consolidate loans, o...

Spring is here! Like many other individuals, you may be contemplating about getting a second mortgage this year and asking yourself whether it will be worth it as well as what are the things you need to know. Well, you’re in luck today if you’re seeking more information about second mortgages!Sec...

It is undeniable that fraud can happen to anyone, including businesses big and small. When it is discovered that you or your real estate business was a victim of fraud, accepting that fact and finding out that someone you trusted chose to steal from you is definitely challenging to deal with, not...

Improving their credit score is one of the top reasons why most people decide to consolidate debt. The fact is, improving your credit score is possible with long-term debt consolidation; however, you have to be careful because your credit score can decrease with short-term debt consolidation.Can ...

Debt consolidation is a means to get out of debt faster by combining multiple debts into a single loan with easier payment terms. By combining several debts into one, you will find it easier to handle your monthly budget and enable you to set aside more money towards loan repayment.How Does Debt ...

Living on a fixed income can be quite limiting. You face challenges that hamper opportunities to enjoy life, create a better life for yourself, afford unexpected huge expenses such as medical emergencies and so on. The good news is, you’re sitting on a lot of money if you own your home or have bu...

You may be thinking that getting a private mortgage for a new home is not within the realm of possibility if you’ve had financial troubles in the past. Having bad credit is often perceived as a huge deterrent when trying to get mortgage approval of any kind. However, with the right approach, gett...