Personal Loans

Anyone who has ever loaned money to a friend or family member is likely going to tell you to never do it. No matter how you go about doing it, a loan between friends or family always seems to end badly. Consider this advice before doling out your hard-earned cash to loved ones.

As health rates rise, many face reduced standards of care, bigger bills, or taking out personal loans. But you aren't powerless to avoid this fate, there are steps that you can take. See the Top 5 ways to help yourself here.

Loans to family are notorious for causing lifelong rifts. Read through this list of tips that will help you decide when it's right to lend and how to proceed with the loan.

Remember when you're shopping for a subprime loan, it doesn't mean lenders don't want your business. Just the opposite, actually, but it does mean you'll pay more for the money you borrow -- all the more reason to shop carefully.

If you live from paycheck to paycheck, it can be difficult to cover unforeseen expenses such as car problems or medical bills. Before you consider a payday loan, learn about the pitfalls of this predatory lending practice.

Looking for a little extra cash? Some consumers who find they need a small amount to fix the car, buy a new washing machine or make a down payment on Junior's braces are passing up home equity loans or credit card charges in favor of small, closed-end, unsecured personal loans.

When you have a friend in financial need, is it wise to fund a loan? Before you put your friendship and bank account at risk, consider this list of ten reasons why you shouldn't.