Borrowing and Credit

Student loans are intimidating. Learn how you can start repaying them.

Explore your options for buying a home: first-time buyer benefits, best age to buy, building vs. buying, foreclosure auctions, buying with parents, and owner financing.

Discover the essential steps of working with a mortgage lender. Learn about mortgage applications, lender requirements, and how to find the right fit for your home loan needs.

Stuck making payments on a loan with unfavorable terms? Refinancing may help.

Using credit can open up big possibilities, but it can also get you in trouble if you aren’t careful

Gearing up to get a car loan is the key to getting wheels.

Most people have to borrow money at some point, and many struggle to pay it back. But debt is a burden that doesn't have to break the bank.

When looking for a new car, you have three main options: buy used, buy new, or lease. There are pros and cons to each method.

Give your finances a boost by opening your very own checking account—it’s fast and it’s easy—you’ve just got to know the basics.

Understanding the cost of a mortgage requires considering several key factors, including the principal amount borrowed, the Annual Percentage Rate (APR), and the loan term. Gain insights into the true cost of your future mortgage, including the average monthly payment and all external factors that can influence the total cost.

Interest is one of the most powerful tools in your financial arsenal and one of the more slippery dangers.

Every single time you use credit, the details are added to your credit report and used to influence your credit score.