Borrowing 101: Easy Money Guides

Bad Credit Loan Alternatives: Borrowing and Payment Options


A low credit score can make it pricier and/or harder to find loans, but it won’t tell you which loan could work for you. Consumers have multiple credit scores, and lenders have the choice to use different scoring models, credit reports, and even their own underwriting guidelines. So, an “average rate” or a score that is[…]

Payday Loan Alternatives for Emergency Expenses


A broken-down car, unexpected medical bill, or notice of a shut-off for your utilities can lead people to believe that taking out a payday loan is their only option. Prior to considering borrowing, try to address the problem without financing. Identify how much the bill is, under what circumstances it is due, and calculate how[…]