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Stephanie Colestock, CFEI®, is a freelance writer with over a decade of experience in personal finance. You'll see her work on publications such as Fortune, MSN, Forbes, USA Today, Fox Business, Yahoo! Finance, and more. Stephanie's areas of expertise include loans, insurance, real estate, retirement, and credit/debt. She has a degree from Baylor University and is currently working toward her CFP ® certification. To contact Stephanie or learn more about her work, you can visit her website, stephaniecolestock.com or reach her on Twitter at @stephcolestock.
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Best HELOC Rates in December 2024
Variable interest rates are common on HELOCs, but may be locked in at certain intervals. Here’s what to look for and where to find the best HELOC rates today.
Emergency Fund: Definition, Importance & How to Start One
Here’s how to build an emergency fund—and how much to have in it—to keep you from needing to resort to a loan or credit card.
United Explorer vs. Capital One Venture: Travel Rewards Cards Earning Miles on Every Purchase
Thinking about applying for a new travel rewards credit card? We compare the United Explorer and Capital One Venture cards. Learn more.
Disney Premier Visa Review 2024
The Disney Premier Visa Card is designed for Disney fans and diehard Mouseketeers alike. Read our Disney Premier Visa review to learn about the benefits and features.
7 Best Reverse Mortgage Companies for December 2024
A reverse mortgage allows you to tap into your home equity in retirement, but there are caveats. Here are the best reverse mortgage companies and what they offer.
Discover It Cash Back Review 2024
The Discover It Cash Back is a no-annual-fee credit card offering rewards on everything you buy. Here’s what to expect and how to decide if it’s right for you
Amazon Prime Visa Review 2024
Is the Amazon Prime Visa card worth getting? Our review can help you decide.
Discover it Miles Review 2024
Looking for a simple travel credit card with straightforward rewards? Check out our Discover it Miles review to learn about this no-annual-fee card and what it offers.
Chase Sapphire Preferred Review 2024
The Chase Sapphire Preferred credit card features a low annual fee, consumer protection, and some great rewards and perks.
Discover it Student Cash Back Review 2024
Looking for a no-fee student cash back credit card? Check out our Discover it Student Cash Back Review to find out what this card offers.
Chase vs. Wells Fargo: Which Bank Is Better for You?
Chase and Wells Fargo are both national banks. We’ll walk you through the differences in fees, tech, services, and security so you can choose the one that’s right for you.
How and Why to Get a Preapproved Car Loan
Auto loan preapproval can save you money and time when buying a vehicle. Here’s a look at how to get preapproved for a car loan and why it matters.
Should You Refinance Your Car Loan?
Refinancing an auto loan can save you money and reduce your monthly car payment. Here’s a look at when to refinance and how.
What is a Car Insurance Deductible?
A car insurance deductible is the amount of money you are required to pay when you file an insurance claim. How much it is will vary depending on the size of your insurance premiums.
Best Online Mortgage Lenders for 2024
Many of the best mortgage lenders offer an entirely online application and origination process. Here’s how to get an online mortgage and which lenders to consider.
Best Money Transfer & Payment Apps for December 2024
The top money transfer and payment apps make it easy to send money to friends and family—or pay merchants for goods and services in your country and abroad.
Best Credit Card Consolidation Loans for December 2024
Struggling to manage your credit card debt? Looking for more flexible repayment terms? Here are the best credit card consolidation loans we could find.
Best Auto Loan Rates & Lenders for December 2024
Here is our guide to finding the best auto loan rates and lenders, whether you’re looking to buy a new or used car, refinance an existing auto loan, or buy out a lease.
Bad Credit Auto Loans for December 2024
You may think that if you have bad credit, you can’t get a car loan. The good news is that you can, though the loan parameters may not be as advantageous as those for someone with good credit. Here are some places to look.
How Long Does It Take to Get a Personal Loan
Personal loans can get you the funds you need for emergency expenses or big bills. Here’s how long it takes to get a personal loan and what you’ll need along the way.
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