Equity Finance » Withdrawals http://wearechangeci.org all about equity finance Thu, 25 Aug 2011 15:21:06 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 Understanding the World of Finance http://wearechangeci.org/credit/understanding-the-world-of-finance http://wearechangeci.org/credit/understanding-the-world-of-finance#comments Tue, 28 Sep 2010 08:42:20 +0000 admin http://wearechangeci.org/credit/understanding-the-world-of-finance


To a lot of people, the world of banking and finance is a mystery. The terms can be confusing and seem foreign. How much you need to know about the banking system really depends on how much money you have and what you would like to do with it.

It really depends on the individual. Some people want to know all they can about where there money is going and how the process works. Other people are comfortable with simply knowing basic banking terms like deposits, withdrawals and interest.

One way to have the best of both worlds is to employ a financial analyst to manage their money and stay on top of banking trends. They are there when you have questions and to make recommendations about what you should do with your money.

The financial analyst will be there to explain the latest developments in the financial world and bring that information to you. They will know all the banking terminology so you don’t have too.

Much of the terms found in banking are also found in other areas of the financial arena, so there is an increasing need to understand them. A financial analyst can help you with that.

You many not want to put all your faith in your financial advisor, however. It’s your money he or she is working with so, it may be a good idea to have a basic knowledge of what they are doing with it.

It may help you to take the time to understand some of the financial terms that you will find on your statement. You may even find that you want to learn more.

In this way, you will better equipped to make financial decisions and make the most of your money without always having to rely on a professional.

By: Alex Ryan

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]]> http://wearechangeci.org/credit/understanding-the-world-of-finance/feed 0 When to Use a Home Equity Secured Loan http://wearechangeci.org/equity-finance/when-to-use-a-home-equity-secured-loan http://wearechangeci.org/equity-finance/when-to-use-a-home-equity-secured-loan#comments Mon, 17 Aug 2009 14:10:43 +0000 admin http://wearechangeci.org/equity-finance/when-to-use-a-home-equity-secured-loan When you find yourself strapped for cash, the first thing many people think about is a home equity secured loan. Although this may sometimes be the quickest way to obtain needed cash, one should be very cautious when using your home to secure a loan. Always use the equity in your home after all other attempts at securing the funds you need have failed.

Do you qualify?

Depending on your credit and the amount of the loan, you may qualify for an unsecured loan. Many lending institutions will make unsecured loans to borrowers who have extraordinary credit; however, this is based on the amount of the loan. If you are looking for a loan under £5,000 and have excellent credit, you may qualify for a loan on just your signature.

Using stocks and securities as collateral

If your bank is also the holder of your securities portfolio, the lender may be willing to accept them as collateral for a loan. This will, of course, depend on the amount of your portfolio, and how volatile the market is at the time of the loan. Some securities are more stable than others are and substantiate a higher approval rate than securities in less stable markets.

Savings account loan

If you have a substantial savings account or a retirement account that allows for loan withdrawals, this is another option to consider before a home equity secured loan. Not only is the interest rate lower on these type loans, but you actually pay the interest to yourself since you have borrowed against your own money. Not only lenders or retirement administrators offer these type loans, but if you are able to do so, consider these options before you consider a home equity secured loan.

When you have to have a secured loan

When the amount of substantial or your credit does not qualify you for an unsecured loan, a home equity secured loan is your only remaining option. Tread carefully when taking advantage of this type of loan and remember that you are putting your home on the line with these type loans. You don’t want to be frivolous and buy things for which you have no use, but rather use a home equity secured loan for things that are necessary for the well-being of your family or the upkeep of your home.

Some of the reasons you might want to use a home equity secured loan include:

Major repairs and maintenance


Renovations


Home improvements


Catastrophic medical or personal expenses


Educational expenses for your family (you, spouse, children)


Bill consolidation to preserve credit


Other purposes may include reverse mortgages for those approaching retirement, however, these loans are not paid back monthly, but rather at the death of the borrower or upon the sale of the house.

The important thing to remember, though, with a home equity secured loan is with the exception of the reverse mortgage, you must treat it with as much caution as your primary mortgage because you can lose your home if you miss payments on your home equity loan just as quickly as you can with your primary mortgage.


By: Bill Stone

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