MILP: Budgeting 101

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Auto Loans

What To Do if You Can’t Afford Your Car Payment

September 11, 2024. Ellen R. Delisio

Times are tough. If you are struggling to pay back your car loan, here are some options that can help you turn your situation around.

Mortgages

Is Marry the House, Date the Rate a Good Homebuying Strategy?

August 27, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

Is now the right time to buy a house? If you utilize the strategy of “marry the house, date the rate,” the answer could be yes.

Student Lending

How to Consolidate Student Loans

August 12, 2024. Cassandra Raposo

One student loan, two student loans ā€“ oh my! How can you keep track of them all? Consolidating may help.

Savings

Good Debt vs. Bad Debt

August 06, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

Is there such a thing as good debt? What types of debt should you avoid? We answer these questions and more.

Student Lending

AAA Answers All Your Student Lending Questions

July 16, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

Securing financial aid can seem like a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. AAA pros provide all the answers you need to successfully navigate the process.

Auto Loans

The Pros and Cons of Refinancing a Car

March 22, 2024. Andrew Sheldon

Refinancing a car loan can prove to be a worthy financial decision, but be careful that it doesn’t cost you in the long run.

Savings

Financial Planning in Your 20s and 30s

August 01, 2023. Molly Clark

How to manage your money, even when it feels impossible.

Auto Loans

Auto Loan Payment Calculator

September 07, 2021. Andrew Sheldon

Use our auto loan payment calculator to learn how much your monthly bill will be and how much you can afford to spend on a new car.

Money

Financial Literacy at a Glance: A Quick Glossary of Essential Terms

July 28, 2020. Andrew Sheldon

Successfully navigate the confusing world of finance by boosting your vocabulary.

Savings

Why and How To Save That Tax Refund

April 24, 2020. Angelica Beneke

What are you planning to do with your tax refund? Once that check is in your hand, it’s easy to spend, but it’s smarter to save.

Savings

How to Set Up a Budget and Stick to Your Savings Plan

April 09, 2020. Nalea Ko

Get back to budgeting basics! Follow these helpful tips to successfully develop a strong savings plan and avoid temptations.

Auto Loans

Why You Should Consider New Car Financing Outside of the Dealership

October 29, 2019. Roberto Cruz

Many if not most car buyers let the dealership handle their new car financing but shopping around can result in serious savings.

Cars & Trucks

Financial Services Q&A: Monthly Car Payments

November 01, 2017. AAA Staff

How much money should I spend on monthly car payments? This really depends on how much money you make and how much discretionary income youā€™re willing to put toward a vehicle. The general rule of thumb is to spend 10 to 15 percent of your income after taxes, but if you cut down on the…