What is a check cashing loan? A check cashing loan is a short-term, high interest loan that is secured by a post-dated check.  More and more people are turning to check cashing loans as a means to stay afloat with their bills between paychecks.  Because these loans are issued at such a high interest rate [...]

HAMP Calculator The HAMP, Home Affordable Modification Program, calculator was designed to determine a homeowner’s eligibility for a loan modification.   HAMP sets forth the process for borrowers who are in default, at risk of immediate default, or in foreclosure to modify their mortgage payment targeted at about 31 percent of their gross monthly income.   The [...]

How to protect your identity from being stolen The easiest way to protect your identity from being stolen is to continuously monitor your credit and protect important information such as account numbers, creditor information, and your social security number.  Many credit monitoring companies offer low monthly fees to pull your credit at any time and [...]