What Is a Good Mortgage Interest Rate and Other APR Info

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What Is a Good Mortgage Interest Rate and Other APR Info

What Is a Good Mortgage Interest Rate and Other APR Info

The interest rates for different types of debt vary widely. What is considered “good” for one would be considered exorbitant for another—and vice versa. A “good” interest rate for you is the lowest one you can get with the most favorable terms. But what is good for you might not be good for someone else.... Read More

Buying a Car Before Buying a House: What’s the Right Order?

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Buying a Car Before Buying a House: What’s the Right Order?

Buying a Car Before Buying a House: What’s the Right Order?

Buying a car can affect your credit score—and your home purchasing power—in a variety of ways. If you hope to buy a home soon and can afford to wait to get a car, it might make more sense to buy a house first. Did you know that buying a car before you buy a home... Read More

7 Questions to Ask When Buying a Used Car

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7 Questions to Ask When Buying a Used Car

7 Questions to Ask When Buying a Used Car

This post originally appeared on The Financially Independent Millennial and has been republished with permission. Okay, so you’re tired of puttering along in that same 1996 Honda Civic with which you picked up your Homecoming date during your senior year of high school. How do you even begin? No doubt, you’ll have questions to ask... Read More

What Happens When You Lease a Car?

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What Happens When You Lease a Car?

What Happens When You Lease a Car?

Are you thinking about getting a new car? Buying a car is a big step. There’s a ton to consider—what type of car do you want? Do you want a newest model? How long do you want to keep your car? You also need to consider things like your lifestyle, how often you travel and... Read More

How a Car Loan Can Increase Your Credit

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How a Car Loan Can Increase Your Credit

How a Car Loan Can Increase Your Credit

The following is a guest post from Paige Williams, a public relations specialist with New Roads Auto Loans The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author only and are not endorsed by Credit.com. When most people think about credit and a car loan, they’re thinking about what credit score qualifies... Read More

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