Article Recap for April 2008

Quick Summary of Articles Published in April 2008

Practical budgeting for new college graduates
Making it through college is no small accomplishment, and getting out of school unscathed by student loans is even more miraculous. More and more students are taking on larger and larger debt burdens just to make it through. In order to get off to a solid start in the working world, college graduates must learn to budget effectively.

Getting your finances ready to buy a new home
Are you planning to purchase a new home in the near future? If this is your first time buying a home, you might not realize all that is involved in obtaining financing. If you have gone through the process before, consider this a reminder of what you will need.

Determine the actual cost of an auto loan
When shopping for a new or used vehicle, keep in mind that price tag on the vehicle is only one part of the cost equation. To get the most accurate reflection of what you will pay every month – and the actual cost of an auto loan over the full term of the loan – you’ll need to take into account a variety of factors.

Understanding Stafford student loans
There are many different types of federal student loan programs. When people talk about student loans, the loan program to which they are usually referring is the subsidized Stafford student loan program. In the end, both the subsidized and unsubsidized Stafford loan programs are excellent choices to fund your education.

Home equity loan or line of credit – Which is the best option?
Home equity loans and home equity lines of credit are similar in many ways. Each offers homeowners a means to obtain cash for home improvements or other financial needs. But it is important to understand the differences between home equity loans and lines of credit as well before deciding which is the best option.

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