When major media outlets need the perspective of a personal finance expert, they call Howard.
By: Deb Gordon | Source: Forbes
“Medical debt is often the most depressing and stressful kind, because you or a loved one just endured a health scare—only to face huge bills you can’t afford,” said Howard Dvorkin, CPA, chairman of Debt.com. “You’re already fragile, either physically or emotionally, and often both. Pile medical debt on top of that, and it can crush anyone’s resolve.”
By: Dan Clarendon | Source: Market Realist
Howard Dvorkin, CPA and chairman of Debt.com, says in a Q&A on that website that most scholarships don’t check how recipients use the money. However, he adds that scholarships usually don’t help pay off student loans, since you have to be enrolled in college to get a scholarship.
By: Emma Woodward | Source: Bankrate
“If you’re fed up with bank fees, you’ll really hate P2P loans,” says Howard Dvorkin, CPA and Chairman of Debt.com. “On top of the interest rate you’ll pay, there’s the origination fee, which can be as low as 1 percent but as high as 8 percent. That’s much more than a bank or credit union will charge you for a personal loan.”
By: Casey Bond | Source: Yahoo! News
Homeowners may be eligible for a low-interest, tax-deductible line of credit, says Howard Dvorkin, a personal finance expert and chairman at financial education company Debt.com.
By: Aly Yale | Source: Fox Business
“Private student loan interest rates depend on several different factors, some of which are in your control — and some that aren’t,” says Howard Dvorkin, a certified public accountant and chairman at Debt.com. “Depending on the lender, your credit score and market trends could have an effect on your rate.”
By: WGRZ.com | Source: WGRZ
Howard Dvorkin, chairman of Debt.com and a personal finance expert, talks about college loan debt.
By: Aly Yale | Source: Fox 10 Phoenix
Parent PLUS Loans are just one of many student loan options available through the U.S. federal government. Unlike others, though, these are taken out by a parent of the student attending school — not the student themselves.
By: Aly Yale | Source: Fox 10 Phoenix
If you’re applying for a personal loan, securing a low interest rate is critical — especially if you’re borrowing a large amount of money. While shopping around for lenders can certainly help (rates vary greatly from one to the next), there are other things you can do to improve your chances of getting a low interest rate personal loan, too.
By: Brittany De Lea | Source: Fox Business
The first fraud charges have been filed in Rhode Island against two men attempting to defraud the coronavirus stimulus program. The application for the Paycheck Protection Program stated they were seeking $500,000 for employees’ wages when they have no employees working at any of their businesses. Unfortunately, this may not be the last instance of fraudsters seeking the program’s funds.
By: Brittany De Lea | Source: Fox Business
The question of whether the government intended to reduce the worth of the Paycheck Protection Program loan or if it was red tape oversight doesn’t really matter since the result remains the same. The IRS has issued guidance for business owners that prevents a tax deduction claim for a forgiven PPP loan, ensuring no one receives a double tax benefit. However, these high-quality low-interest-rate loans are a clear advantage for businesses fighting the coronavirus pandemic.
By: Aly Yale | Source: Fox Business
Medical bills are the leading cause of bankruptcy according to the American Journal of Public Health. Personal loans may work to your advantage if you’re facing potential collections attempts. Aside from consulting with your medical provider directly, there are other options to consider if an agreement can’t be made.
By: Sheryl Nance-Nash | Source: Money
In the wake of self-isolation efforts to flatten the curve from the coronavirus, many couples are feeling the financial strain and stress of the pandemic. As couples emerge from quarantine, some will see it as the excuse they need to call it quits but lack the resources for a divorce. Read the fine print on the pros, cons and other alternatives associated with the monetary burdens of divorce during this crisis.