In this series, NerdWallet highlights people’s debt payoff journeys. This month, Jae Bratton recounts how she and her husband brought a laser focus to wiping out debt, motivated by hopes of starting a family. Jae Bratton Paid off: More than $53,000 in 3 years My story of ditching more than $53,046 of debt on two……
Staying on top of your debt is nearly impossible if you don’t know who owns your student loans. Knowing your loan balance, monthly payment and repayment options is critical if you want to pay off the loans faster, need to lower payments or temporarily stop making them altogether. Here’s how to determine who owns your……
Cash App, a peer-to-peer money transfer app that is comparable to Venmo or PayPal, allows users to buy Bitcoin. Its platform is a straightforward alternative to using a crypto exchange, but limited in that it only allows you to buy and sell Bitcoin. Investors looking to purchase other digital assets will have to look elsewhere….…
A Uniform Commercial Code filing, also known as a UCC filing, is a document that lenders use to establish their legal right to assets that a borrower uses to secure a loan. This notice allows the lender to seize the borrower’s collateral in the case of default. UCC filings can cover a specific piece of……
Shoppers are looking for ways to score the best deal to fight the impact of rising and fluctuating prices on their budgets. With fierce competition among retailers, some stores promote their price-matching policies as a method to help shoppers save. Stores grab consumer dollars early, and, in return, promise to match their own prices —……
Hyperinflation definition Hyperinflation occurs when prices rise by at least 50% in one month or 1,000% per year. These massive price changes happen quickly, making common items unaffordable. Hyperinflation is a rare economic phenomenon, and the U.S. has never experienced it. Hyperinflation causes Hyperinflation can be triggered by events such as an excessive supply of……
Certificates of deposit are in the financial spotlight this year. The best CD rates are higher than 4% annual percentage yield even for one-year terms, which is worlds better than they were years and even months ago. “If there has been any silver lining to the market turmoil investors have experienced over the past months,……
As Geri Diaz approached her 34th birthday, she knew she wanted to make a few more moves in her career before becoming a mom. She had been thinking about egg freezing for over a year. “I wasn’t in a relationship so I wanted to take the pressure of having kids off my plate,” says Diaz,……
When airline travelers think about elite status, most focus on the loyalty programs offered by their favorite airline. While these airline perks can be valuable, alliance benefits enhance your flight experience when flying with partner airlines. Here’s everything you need to know about Star Alliance Gold benefits. Star Alliance Gold perks Travelers who’ve earned Star……
Having good rental car insurance can be beneficial when taking a trip where you’ll be driving a quite a bit. For Chase credit cardholders, Chase rental car insurance is a valuable perk to have. If you have an eligible Chase credit card, this coverage may help you financially if your rental car is damaged due……