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Financial Education

Oct 13, 2025

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4 min

What is a Cash Advance Limit?

A cash advance limit is the maximum amount of money you can borrow as an advance through a particular financial product....
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Financial Education

Oct 13, 2025

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6 min

What is a Cash Advance?

The term "Cash Advance" can be used to reference a range of financial products. Learn about the different types of cash advance products....
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Financial Education

Sep 17, 2025

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12 min

Debt Numb: The correlation between increasing debt and levels of stress

New survey examines the relationship between debt levels and stress, to find if – and when – Americans become “debt numb”....
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Financial Education

Aug 25, 2025

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4 min

Cash Advance Apps vs. Payday Loans: What’s The Difference?

Cash advance apps and payday loans both aim to solve the same problem: a gap between now and your next paycheck. See what's different....
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Financial Education

Aug 25, 2025

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4 min

Pros and Cons of Using Cash Advance Apps

Let's look at the pros and cons of cash advance apps. While they can be convenient, they are not perfect for every situation....
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Financial Education

Aug 25, 2025

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3 min

Do Cash Advance Apps Check Credit?

Cash advance apps have become a popular way to get money before payday. But do cash advance apps check credit?...
Woman on phone looking at cash advance app
Financial Education

Aug 25, 2025

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4 min

How Do Cash Advance Apps Work?

This guide looks at cash advance apps. How they work, the differences between types, and if they are right for you....
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Financial Education

Aug 18, 2025

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8 min

Shadow Debt: How much do people borrow from friends and family?

We surveyed 1,267 U.S. adults to find out how often Americans borrow or lend money to loved ones, and the emotional and financial impact involved....
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Financial Education

Aug 6, 2025

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5 min

The Ultimate Guide to Home Equity Investments for Retirees

As retirees look toward financial stability and improved quality of life in their golden years, exploring innovative financial solutions becomes critical....
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Financial Education

Aug 5, 2025

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5 min

How a Home Equity Investment Can Improve Your Cash Flow

Learn how a HEI can improve your cash flow and financial stability....
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Financial Education

Aug 5, 2025

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5 min

Home Equity Investments Vs Traditional Refinancing

When homeowners seek ways to tap into their home’s value, two popular options often surface: home equity investments and traditional refinancing...
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Financial Education

Aug 4, 2025

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5 min

Are HEI’s Safer Than Traditional HELOC’s?

Understanding which option is safer, more cost-effective, and best suited to your financial goals requires a clear look at each method's unique benefits and potential pitfalls....

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