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IRA vs. 401k: Comparison, Explanation & Which to Choose

May 18, 2022 By Kevin | Just Start Investing

The most frequent accounts that come to mind when considering retirement savings are commonly a 401(k) or an IRA. However, depending on your investment strategy, you may prefer one over the other — or a mix of both.

When looking at a retirement plan option, it’s essential to assess how much you may contribute each year, how your contributions are taxed, and when you can withdraw funds without incurring a penalty.

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Repaying Student Loans: How To Do It?

May 15, 2022 By Kevin | Just Start Investing

If you took out a student loan to fund your education, the first thing that comes to mind is how to pay off your student loans. The long answer is that there is no silver bullet, but there are certain things you may do to make repaying education debt more manageable. You’re not alone if total student loan debt reaches $1.6 trillion in 2022 when it surpasses the previous $1.55 trillion set in 2008.

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Types of Loan For Student Debt

May 12, 2022 By Kevin | Just Start Investing

It’s becoming increasingly difficult to maintain financial stability these days. The cost of living continues to rise, with the prices of typical goods like food, housing, gasoline, clothing, and utilities increasing regularly. Student Loan helps students enrolled and recent graduates understand their options for borrowing, student debt, and loan term repayment.

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Individual Retirement Account (IRA)

May 9, 2022 By Kevin | Just Start Investing

No one wants to presume about getting old, but planning for retirement is essential. Even if you are young, it’s never too early to save for your future. One option for saving money for retirement is an Individual Retirement Account (IRA). There are several different types of IRAs, so it’s essential to understand the differences and choose the best one for you. This article will explain the basics of IRAs and help you decide if this type of savings account is correct for you.

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What is Hypothecation?

February 28, 2022 By Kiril Kuculoski

Hypothecation is the process of using collateral in exchange for a loan. Hypothecation is common practice with many types of secured loans such as mortgages, auto loans, and in some cases, personal loans. An example of hypothecation is when applying for a mortgage. The bank will require collateral to finalize the loan. So the bank and the borrower agree on the property to be used as collateral. The bank doesn’t own the property but can seize it if the borrower fails to repay the loan (default).

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