by Irene Scott
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Oct. 04, 2023
Whether you want to sail for a relaxing day or go deep-sea fishing, a secondhand boat can make your dreams come true. But perhaps you have been forced to put aside your dream of owning a boat because you cannot afford to buy one.
Fortunately, financing options, such as used boat loans, are ava...
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Electric vehicles are no longer a transportation option of interest primarily to climate-conscious car buyers. According to Experian, the electric vehicle market has grown significantly in recent years and is expected to see a 60 percent increase in registrations by early 2022.
At the same tim...
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by Irene Scott
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Oct. 04, 2023
Beginning in 2020, Volkswagen's factory warranty includes:
A 4-year or 50,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and transmission coverage.
A 3-year/36,000-mile battery warranty.
A 1-year/12,000-mile warranty on parts and accessories.
An 8-year/80,000-mile federal emissions warranty.
I...
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by Irene Scott
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Oct. 04, 2023
In many cases, you may need to dispute a charge on your credit card account. Perhaps the item you ordered online arrived damaged, but the retailer you ordered it from does not want to take it back. You may have purchased an item online and never received it, or the purchase was correct but your c...
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The average consumer may not follow every signal from the Federal Reserve, but the central bank's actions affect the price consumers pay for almost everything, including home equity lines of credit (HELOCs), home equity loans, and other types of mortgages.
Key points from the Fed's last meetin...
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by Irene Scott
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Oct. 04, 2023
Mortgage rates are notoriously difficult to predict. They move up and down based on market sentiment, headlines and a variety of economic indicators. Here is a look at what could move markets this week.
Key economic news will be released Friday when the U.S. Department of Labor releases its Au...
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If you are preparing to send a child to college, the cost may seem excessive. A home equity line of credit (HELOC) or home equity loan could help you pay for it, but before you tap into your equity, there are a number of factors to consider.
Key statistics on the cost of college and housing...
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by Irene Scott
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Oct. 04, 2023
The average rate of mortgage deals clicked by Finwower readers on Thursday was 4.64 percent, 20 basis points higher than the previous week. Mortgage rates are higher than they were a year ago, so it is still important to shop around if you want to find a good deal on a new mortgage or refinance.
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by Irene Scott
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Oct. 03, 2023
A two-year CD can be a useful financial tool for those seeking a higher interest rate on their savings without committing to locking in their money for the long term. It can also offer a higher rate of return than a high-yield savings account.
What is a two-year CD?
A CD is a high-yield savin...
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by Irene Scott
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Oct. 03, 2023
Whether you choose to pay off your car loan early depends on your budget, the interest rate of the loan, and other financial goals.
In general, it is a good idea to pay off your car loan early if you have no other debts or urgent high-interest expenses. On the other hand, if the money could be...
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