Articles by Lisa Weinberger
Compare Top Selling Gift Cards Looking for the perfect gift this holiday season? Look no further than a gift card. Not only are gift cards the perfect size and color, they take away the stress and insecurity of finding “the perfect gift.” The recipient can pick out exactly what they want — when they want. … Types of Gift Cards and How To Avoid FeesRead More » read more
Studies have long supported that students who advance further in high school math have higher wages and are more likely to be unemployed. … The case for teaching personal finance to high school studentsRead More » read more
Look in your wallet — how many credit cards do you count? Chances are you have a least two major credit cards and they're most likely a Visa and Mastercard. Some 76% of American have at least two credit cards, with some 43% owning three or more. … What Is The Difference Between Visa and MasterCard?Read More » read more
You may think that keeping up with the Joneses is the reason Americans are using credit and racking up record credit card debt. But, you’d be wrong. Turns out that needful items like food, medical expenses and housing are literally breaking the bank and causing people to turn to credit cards to make ends meet. … How consumers are using creditRead More » read more
Many of us have faced the dilemma of trying to establish credit when you have none. And while it may seem like an overwhelming prospect, there several realistic ways to build credit with credit cards. … 4 ways to build credit with credit cardsRead More » read more
The latest G.19 consumer credit report from the Federal Reserve indicates that consumer confidence is at an all-time high — and so is credit card debt. … Credit card debt hits an all-time high: G.19 reportRead More » read more
The Indigo® Platinum Mastercard® Credit Card is designed for people with fair to bad credit. If you're looking to build or rebuild your credit history, this card may help you. While it typically comes with higher than average interest rates and annual fees, it also requires a much lower credit score to qualify. … Indigo® Platinum Mastercard® Credit Card ReviewRead More » read more
If you have a limited credit history, have mismanaged your credit or filed bankruptcy in the past, you’re not condemned to a life of credit hell. In fact, there’s opportunity to repair and recover your credit when you manage it wisely. And the credit-building opportunities that come with Milestone credit cards can help. … The 5 Best Types Of Milestone Credit CardsRead More » read more
If, like most of us, you overspent during the holidays and are now facing a holiday credit card debt hangover, you’re not alone. Some 25% of Americans say it will take them six months or more to pay off their post-holiday debt, according a poll of 1,000 U.S. adults released by Varo Money, a mobile banking start-up. … Tips to pay off holiday credit card debtRead More » read more
When to Refinance Your Auto Loan: Refinance Car Loan For Poor Credit
November 17th, 2017 By Lisa Weinberger
Maybe you were a first-time buyer with poor credit. Maybe you focused only on the monthly payment instead of the overall price of your vehicle. Whatever your situation, if you think you’re paying too much, you may want to refinance your auto loan. … When to Refinance Your Auto Loan: Refinance Car Loan For Poor CreditRead More » read more