Coffee Break Loans and 3 Alternatives
A name like Coffee Break Loans sends a strong message: It will energetically and quickly pursue a loan for you. You... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 1/30/23
Eric Bank has been covering business and financial topics since 1985, specializing in taking complex subject matters and explaining them in simple terms for consumer audiences. Eric's writing regularly appears on Credible.com, eHow, WiseBread, The Nest, Get.com, Zacks, Chron, and dozens of other outlets. A former software engineer, Eric holds an M.B.A. from New York University and an M.S. in finance from DePaul University.
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A name like Coffee Break Loans sends a strong message: It will energetically and quickly pursue a loan for you. You... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 1/30/23
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“Free” is such a subjective word. When a bank offers you a free $50+ cash bonus for opening a premier account,... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 1/26/23
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Running low on cash can be quite a pain. When you need money quickly, you want a bad credit loan without much fuss.... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 1/23/23
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It’s hard enough running your own business without poor credit souring your access to low-interest financing. Your... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 1/16/23
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Although it can happen to anyone, a low credit score is not a source of pride. If you have less than good credit,... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 1/11/23
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High fuel prices, a cold snap, or a heat wave can cause your utility bills to bust your budget. But failure to pay... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 1/10/23
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Consumer interest in buy now, pay later (BNPL) purchasing continues to grow, and just about every credit card... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 1/10/23
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The following quote from the Federal Trade Commission should send a chill down your spine: “Debt relief service... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 12/16/22
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Preapproval is a wonderful concept. Imagine if your high school counselor announced that you were preapproved by... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 1/3/23
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Shouldn’t all bank accounts be easy to open? After all, why would a bank not want to take your money? But in... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 1/26/23
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Remember Venn diagrams from high school? Imagine Circle A, representing the 69% of Americans with less than $1,000... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 12/7/22
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Getting a loan when you have bad credit sometimes requires a little thinking outside the box, such as cash-out... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 12/7/22
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Many consumers have no idea what’s in their credit reports. That’s unfortunate because this is a case where what... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 12/6/22
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If you have ever tried to get a loan from a bank, you know how limiting bad credit can be. Fortunately, several... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 11/22/22
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If you’ve experienced shabby treatment from a bank when you applied for a mortgage, expect a different attitude... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 11/16/22
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Let’s say your credit is lousy, you’ve maxed out your credit cards, and your holiday spending budget is meager. You... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 11/9/22
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On the spectrum of human certainty, knowing you need a loan is much easier than knowing where to get a loan or even... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 11/8/22
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When your credit score needs to look up to see 600, you probably have trouble obtaining a reasonable interest rate... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 11/7/22
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Trust seems to be in short supply nowadays. When it comes to borrowing money, a little skepticism is healthy. You... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 10/27/22
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Approximately 12 million Americans take out a payday loan at least once per year. This kind of short-term loan is... read more »
By: Eric Bank • 10/19/22