In the early nineties subprime mortgages accounted for about five percent of all mortgages. Today the subprime mortgage loan sector comprises more than twenty percent of the mortgage market. With this explosion of subprime mortgage lenders and brokers, it is important to know what to look for when choosing your lender. Not only do you want to be sure that you are getting the best deal possible for your subprime mortgage, you also want to know how...more
A debt management company can consolidate your debt and lower your interest rates by negotiating with your creditors. Debt management companies can also help you pay off your loans sooner. But before you sign up with a company, make sure your research their services, fees, and practices.Research CompaniesIt is important to research debt management companies to make sure you aren't scammed out of thousands in fees. Legitimate companies offer a...more
Using a cover letter template when job hunting is a logical and time saving measure. Your time is limited, so writing one basic one and using it as your template will simplify the application process, making you more efficient and hopefully employed all that much faster.A basic template can be either bulleted - sometimes called an Executive Summary - or in paragraph form. The paragraph form of cover letter template is more traditional and preferred by many for the neat appearance it presents. Since hiring managers are busy however, the bulleted format does have advantages. This cover letter template allows you to make quick changes in the emphasis you are placing on your skills in case there is more than one type of job for which you are applying.A good bulleted template will begin with the date, address and salutation. Then it should reference the position applied for. Open the template itself with a short paragraph highlighting your primary qualification, such as years of experience, and state that you can make a strong contribution to the company. Then back up what you've said with at least two bullet point paragraphs, each listing some of the key qualifications that your...more
Bad credit mortgage refinancing loans are used to solve two different problems.Problem Number One: The homeowner has bad credit, significant high interest credit card debt and a home with substantial equity. In order to pay off the high interest bills, the person refinances his/her home and cashes out all or part of the equity. The cash from the...more
Getting your mortgage loan on the internet has many advantages and benefits, although, it is not a good choice for all homebuyers. Online mortgage loans are both quick and convenient. The application process can be completed in the privacy of your home, at your leisure.Applying for a mortgage online takes much less time to receive a reply when you...more
Although it would be wonderful if debt would magically disappear, the only way to get rid of it is to pay it off. Almost everyone has some sort of debt.Although getting rid of debt is not as simple as accumulating it, there is a way you can put a stop to the downward spiral. There is a three step plan that can eliminate financial problems for everyone. The three steps to solving your debt problems include: inventory, prioritize, and rollover.Take Inventory of All Debts Owed - Make a list of all credit cards, personal loans, student loans, car loans, etc. Next to each line item, list the interest rate and minimum payment required. After you have come up with all creditors, rewrite your loans in a different order. This time, line them up starting with the highest interest rate loan and ending with the lowest interest rate.Prioritize Your Debts - The next step, is fairly simple because most of the work is already done for you. Each month pay only the minimum payment on every single loan except for the loan at the top of the list. The loan at the top has the highest interest rate, and therefore, is costing you the most unnecessary money. Every time you get any extra cash in the month...more
O.K., press releases, broadcast plugs, special events andbrochures help business, non-profit, government agencyand association managers move a message from here to there. And that's an important and useful function, butthat's all they...more
When you start your hunt for the best credit card what you're really searching for is the best credit card for your particular situation and needs. You may, for instance, be someone whe travels a lot for business or pleasure. Travel credit card...more
When you have bad credit you wonder what lenders will offer you for a mortgage deal on your home. The big obstacle, as you know, was your bad credit history. To add to the all the fears, there were a few pals of yours who held that the deals offered...more
Today's borrowers refinancing to shorten the term of the mortgage. However even at low rates, a shorter term means a higher monthly payment. The benefit is that you'll build up equity faster and pay far less in total interest over the life of the...more
My address book is full of names of people who worked hard, "paid their dues," persevered . . . and then JUST when they became big money earners and had arrived at the top of the leadership ranks --- THEY came (the company management), they saw (the...more
Tax time is just around the corner. Are you getting a big refund this year? Well if you are, you are THROWING AWAY BIG MONEY!CHANGE YOUR EXEMPTIONS ON YOUR W-4.This is not the number of your dependents but the number of your exemptions!If you are...more