Understanding Family Finances

Posted on: 20 October 2015

When you're shopping for a short-term loan or a mortgage you should know how to calculate simple interest. Having a ballpark figure for how much interest you'll own over the life of a loan is a great way to figure out if that loan is right for you. Calculating The Interest In order to calculate the interest for your loan, you'll need to know the exact terms of the loan you're applying for.
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Posted on: 19 October 2015

One problem divorces can cause is financial stress after a couple splits up and moves into two separate households. If you are currently going through a divorce and are unsure how to handle your finances, you might benefit by hiring a certified financial planner (CFP). A CFP can help you make the right decisions for your finances, and this could help you avoid financial problems in your future. Here are two ways this can help you financially after your divorce.
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Posted on: 19 October 2015

If you have any sort of expenses, such as a house payment, car payment, utility payments or even a grocery bill, you should strive to save money for a rainy day. Rainy days are those times when you may be between jobs or too sick to work. Having a little bit of money in the bank for times when you don't have any other money coming in could mean the difference between being able to keep your home and losing it through foreclosure.
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Posted on: 16 October 2015

If you've never been in jail before, it can be difficult to understand what your options are for getting out.  Sure, the courts may have set a bail amount for you, but if you're not familiar with the process, you may wonder what the true cost is.  Use this information to learn more about what you can do if you are incarcerated without a great deal of money. Understand That You Don't Need The Full Bail Amount
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