How To Get SBA Loans for Franchises

7(a) Loans 504/CDC Loans Franchise Uses Establishing and operating the business as well as real estate or heavy equipment Purchase of real estate and large equipment or…

What Is Current Cash Value?

Definition and Example of Actual Cash Value Actual cash value (ACV) is how an insurance company measures a property’s worth at a given moment in time. It…

CD Early Withdrawal Penalties

Early Withdrawal Penalties at Major Banks bank One-year CD penalty Five-year CD penalty Ally 60 days of interest 150 days of interest Bank of America 90 days…

What Is Tax-Loss Harvesting?

Key Takeaways Tax-loss harvesting involves offsetting capital gains with capital losses so that little or no capital gains tax comes due. Investors might intentionally sell some securities…

What Is Amortization?

Definition and Examples of Amortization Amortization is the way loan payments are applied to certain types of loans. Typically, the monthly payment remains the same, and it’s…

What Is an Insurance Declaration Page?

Key Takeaways An insurance declaration page sums up what is in an insurance policy. It comes at the start of policy paperwork and contains information such as…

Shelter Insurance Homeowner’s Policy Review

One of the biggest investments you will ever make is your home. In the event of an unexpected loss, you need a homeowner’s insurance company you can…

Types of Whole Life Insurance

Whole life insurance is a type of permanent coverage that’s offered in a range of “styles” to suit different needs. Since permanent coverage, including whole life, is…

Which Is Best for You?

Starter home Forever home Definition A home you plan to own for a short period before buying another one The only home you plan to buy Home…

Recent Losing Streak Ends Longest S&P Run Since 1928

That’s the last time (before now) the S&P 500 had fallen five weeks in a row, showing why the stock market’s recent deterioration is so hard to…