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Bluffton, OH:
Top Tips to Save on Big Purchases
Living an ultra-frugal lifestyle can get exhausting. It feels good to save money, but some people take it to extremes that border on compulsive. When you find yourself scouring the internet to find a coupon for 10% off a tube…
8 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Big-Ticket Item
Make sure your purchase fits with your long-term financial goals.
What is a Down Payment?
A down payment is the amount of money you spend upfront to purchase a home and is typically combined with a mortgage to fulfill the total purchase price of a home.
5 Tips to Save More and Spend Less on Impulse Purchases
Mental transaction costs are a good thing for frugal consumers. The more friction you experience, the less likely you are to buy.
When Helping A Kid With A Car Purchase, Should We Finance To Build Their Credit?
Also, is it really worth trading two cars for one?
The Margin Loan: How to Make a $400,000 Impulse Purchase
So, I kind of just bought the house next door to me. We’ve already gotten straight into the renovations with a symbolic first step: a new front door. This is already somewhat amazing, for a s…
Why you shouldn't make big finance changes when purchasing a new home
Mortgage applicants need to avoid any major changes in their financial circumstances at all costs. Getting a new credit card or auto loan can severely affect underwriting and delay or ruin a borrow…
10 purchases you should not put on a credit card
Credit cards offer many conveniences and protections, but sometimes it's simply smarter to keep the plastic tucked away.
Why first-time buyers cannot afford to purchase a home
Rising prices and inertia of officialdom are combining to thwart homebuyers
How To Save for a Major Purchase
Setting a budget is the first and biggest step when learning how to save for big purchases, like a house or car. Luckily, there's an easy rule to help you plan your savings.
How Will Millennials Influence the Future of Purchasing?
Whether you like it or not, millennials are coming into the supply chain and are beginning to be the employees in charge of purchasing.
How to Save on Your Next Apple Purchase
If recent increases are any indication, chances are your next iDevice will cost even more. We analyzed how prices have shot up and offer ways to buy for less.
How to Purchase Textbooks Using Financial Aid
How to purchase textbooks using financial aid? When the semester starts, it’s time to purchase textbooks. Using financial aid funds to buy textbooks is simpl...
How banks are motivating customers to save up for big purchases
New savings tools like Ally Bank's Buckets give savers motivation and a way to put cash away for goals, such as buying an engagement ring.
Three Finance Tips for the Large Purchases in Your Life
There are always times when you need to spend a lump sum of money on a major purchase. Sometimes it’s a want and sometimes it’s a need. Maybe you want…
VIDEO: Tips to finance your car purchase
There are many misconceptions when it comes to getting your new car financed. Gary Harper tells us how to navigate your purchase.
Auto Loan: Tips on How to Finance a Car Purchase
If you're in the market for a new car, it's likely you will need financing. This blog talks about how to get an auto loan at a good interest rate.
What to Consider Before Making Major Purchases
Many people who diligently seek out money-saving discounts on smaller purchases may still find themselves inadvertently overspending by thousands on major purchases. Over time, this type of large-scale overspending may cut into your...
What is the Typical Down Payment on a Home Purchase?
How much cash do you need on hand to buy a house? SmartAsset helps you figure it out with the typical down payment on a home purchase.
