Loans

Explore the nuances of the different types of loans, including personal and student loans, and the potential pros and cons of co-signing a loan.

What are Installment Loans?

Installment loans are among the most common loans available. Here are a few things to know about how installment loans work, plus their pros and cons.

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Working on Home Improvement Plans? A Personal Loan May Help

Trying to fund a home renovation? Here’s how a personal loan may help with home improvement plans.

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Student Loan Forgiveness FAQs

Some borrowers may have their federal student loans forgiven under the Biden Administration's student loan forgiveness proposal.

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Home Equity Loans vs. Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOC)

What are the differences between a home equity loan and a home equity line of credit? Learn more about the different types of home equity financing.

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Types of Conventional Mortgage Loans and How They Work

Conventional mortgage loans come in all shapes and sizes. Learn about the different types of conventional loans, plus how to choose the right one for your financial situation.

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What is a Home Equity Loan?

Home equity loans can help you finance some of life’s biggest expenses. Here’s what to know about this popular type of financing.

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What are Pell Grants?

Pell Grants offer financial aid to students who display exceptional financial need. Learn more about how Pell Grants work and who may qualify.

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[Video] What is a Co-Signer?

Before you co-sign a loan or lease, be sure to understand the pros and cons, as well as the responsibilities that come with being a co-signer.

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What are Private Student Loans and How Can I Use Them?

Learn how private student loans work and the various ways you can use them to fund college costs.

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[Video] How Forbearance Impacts Your Student Loans

How does loan forbearance affect your student loans?

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What is a Spot Loan?

Spot loans can provide financing to borrowers looking for cash quickly; however, they aren’t without risks. Learn about the pros and cons of spot loans.

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Co-Signer vs. Guarantor: What’s the Difference?

Low credit scores? Limited credit history? A co-signer or guarantor may help. Learn the differences between a co-signer and a guarantor.
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