Companies in the private sector added 62,000 jobs in March, payroll processing firm ADP said Wednesday. The figure is above economists’ estimates of a gain…
Key takeaways Mobile homes, also known as manufactured homes, can be a cost-effective alternative to buying a traditional home. Due to their lower cost and rapid depreciation, most traditional mortgage lenders don’t offer mobile home…
Key takeaways SBA loans have set maximum interest rates, making them a flexible and affordable business lending option. It can take 30 to 90 days for SBA loan approval and funding. Be sure to find an SBA lender with experience and volume in loan applications so you can have a…
Key takeaways Home equity is the difference between your home’s value and the amount you still owe on your mortgage. It represents the paid-off portion of your home — the amount you own outright. Your home equity can increase through making mortgage payments and home improvements, or as local property…
Variable annuities can be powerful tools for retirement planning. They provide guaranteed income options with tax-deferred growth that few other products can match. However, they are also complex, layered contracts that carry real risks. Therefore, the stakes for consumers are high. That complexity is exactly why variable annuities merge two…
Key takeaways Getting approved for a HELOC or home equity loan isn’t easy, with nearly half of applications denied. Poor credit, a high debt-to-income ratio or a large outstanding mortgage balance may contribute to being rejected for a HELOC or home equity loan. If you are denied, paying down…
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BlackRock CEO Larry Fink recently published his annual chairman’s letter and noted the significance of America’s 250th anniversary this year, drawing a parallel to a similar milestone for the modern economy. “In July, the United…
