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Debt consolidation loans for bad credit

If you plan to get a debt consolidation loan with poor credit, take these steps.

How to pay off wedding debt

Learn tips on how to pay off wedding debt.

Dollars and Debts with Denny: The financial freedom pyramid

When I was learning to play the piano, I had to endure the agony of music theory books — they were tedious but necessary lessons that helped me understand how to read and play music. Similarly, financial [...]

BNPL helped my family attend a once-in-a-lifetime event while maintaining financial safety: Here’s how

In some cases, BNPL may be a safer bet financially than a personal loan.

How a personal loan can help you achieve financial freedom

Personal loans can help people reach the path to financial freedom faster.

Personal loan vs. personal line of credit: What’s the difference?

Here’s how to decide which type of unsecured debt is best for your situation.

How personal loans may help families with back-to-school budgeting

A personal loan can be the better option for school budgeting than credit cards or BNPL.

When and how to refinance a personal loan

If you’re thinking about refinancing a personal loan, check these factors first.

Personal loan origination fees: What to know

The interest rate alone doesn’t necessarily tell the whole story about what you owe.

The CFPB has reversed course on BNPL guidance. Which section of the agency should we trust?

The CFPB’s BNPL guidance has shifted with its new report.

A “tax” on subprime America: Low-credit Americans charged an extra $3,400 per year for essential loans, insurance

The subprime tax affects roughly 1 in 5 American adults.

Disability loans: What are they and how do they work?

Disability loans can help with funding while you wait to get disability benefits.

Dollars and Debts With Denny: Back-to-school budgeting basics

I found it funny — and a bit scary — when I noticed Halloween decorations on the shelves beside the back-to-school section of the local grocery store last week. The ghosts and goblins smiled mockingly [...]

BNPL debt could fuel increased demand for debt consolidation loans

The more debt that buy now, pay later borrowers accumulate, the likelier it is that they’ll resort to personal loans for debt consolidation.

CFPB rollbacks are poised to create a riskier, more expensive borrowing environment for consumers

Ongoing changes to the CFPB will likely reduce regulations and consumer protections.

LendingClub found a new way to reward personal loan borrowers. Will other lenders follow suit?

LendingClub customers can receive two percent of their on-time loan payment in cash back.

Tariffs, inflation, recession, oh my: Answers to your questions about borrowing during times of economic turbulence

Answering the top queries for loan applicants with weighty financial concerns.

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EGLE outlines demolition, soil removal plan for contaminated property in Elk Rapids

The former Portside Cleaners on Ames Street shut down in 2000.

Michigan Supreme Court overturns key permit for Line 5

Tribal nations in Michigan are celebrating as the state's Supreme Court overturned a key permit Enbridge needs for its Line 5 tunnel project.

Traverse City man accused of firing more than 20 rounds from apartment held on $500K bond

The Traverse City man accused of shooting multiple rounds from a gun out of his apartment earlier this week has been arraigned on five felony charges.

Traverse City woman, 73, loses $42,000 in Microsoft impersonation scam

GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- A 73-year-old Traverse City woman likely lost $42,000 after scammers posing as Microsoft and Federal Reserve repres

Beitner Bridge replacement enters construction phase

GRAND TRAVERSE COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Construction on the replacement of Beitner Bridge is set to begin next month after the Michigan Department of Trans

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Does your loan purpose matter? Yes — here’s why

The reason you get a loan is personal, but it could affect which lender you select.

Online lenders vs. banks and credit unions: Which is better?

Banks and online lenders both offer loans, but each has advantages and disadvantages over the other.

Consumers hate fees. So, why do many personal loans still charge for origination?

Despite the popularity of no-fee financial products, personal loan origination fees are still common — and sometimes expensive.

A $10,000 personal loan helped this woman pay for flood damage when insurance wouldn’t

Graham shares her story of how a $10k personal loan helped her handle a disaster.

Does applying for a personal loan hurt your credit score?

Do personal loans hurt your credit? They can, but they also bring other benefits.

The history of women and loans

Gender bias has long impacted women’s access to affordable loans and credit.

Dollars and Debts With Denny: The art of the side hustle

Investing time in a side hustle can help you meet your financial goals.

Borrowing a personal loan during these uncertain times? We asked 5 industry experts about what you should know.

Industry experts weigh in on the stakes of personal loan borrowing today.

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