Financial Education

Financial Education

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Financial Education

Jan 24, 2025

3 min

Life Settlements: Frequently Asked Questions

Here we answer the most frequently asked questions, providing clarity and detailed insights to help policyholders make informed decisions....
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Financial Education

Jan 24, 2025

4 min

Life Settlements vs. Viatical Settlements

Read about life settlements and viatical settlements, highlighting their differences, benefits, and considerations to help policyholders make informed decisions....
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Financial Education

Jan 22, 2025

4 min

Can I Take Equity Out of My House Without Refinancing?

The good news is, yes, it's possible to extract equity from your home without refinancing. This article will explore the options available....
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Financial Education

Jan 22, 2025

4 min

Can I Pay Off a Home Equity Agreement Early?

Can you pay off a home equity agreement before its term ends? Let's dive into the details....
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Financial Education

Jan 21, 2025

7 min

What Are the Best Uses for a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)?

Understanding how to use a HELOC effectively can help homeowners make informed decisions about their finances. Here, we explore some of the best uses for a HELOC....
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Financial Education

Jan 20, 2025

5 min

Leveraging Home Equity: Loan or Line of Credit?

Both options allow you to borrow against the value of your home beyond what you owe on your mortgage, but they serve different financial needs and come with distinct features and considerations....
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Debt Resolution, Financial Education

Jan 15, 2025

5 min

What is Credit Utilization?

Let’s break down everything you need to know about credit utilization, from its basic definition to advanced strategies for optimization…...
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Financial Education

Jan 10, 2025

4 min

Incorporating a Life Settlement into Your Financial Strategy

It's crucial to explore all available avenues that can contribute to a robust financial strategy. One such option, often overlooked, is the life settlement....
Financial Education

Jan 10, 2025

4 min

Understanding the Best Insurance Policy Types for Life Settlements

Explore the various types of insurance policies that are best suited for life settlements, offering detailed insights to empower policyholders to make well-informed decisions....
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Debt Resolution, Financial Education

Jan 3, 2025

5 min

HELOCs for Debt Consolidation: A Smart Move?

Homeowners with significant equity often turn to Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOCs) as a potential option for debt consolidation. But is this strategy truly a smart move? Let’s explore the pros, cons, and critical...
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Financial Education

Jan 3, 2025

4 min

What To Do If Denied a HELOC 

There are several steps you can take to understand why you were denied, improve your financial standing, and explore alternative financing options like a Home Equity Agreement (HEA)....
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Financial Education

Jan 3, 2025

5 min

Home Equity Agreements vs HELOCs

Home Equity Agreements (HEAs) and Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOCs). While both allow homeowners to access their home's value, they function quite differently and serve distinct purposes....

The numbers we provide here are estimates based on some assumptions:

On your own:

Based on industry averages, we estimate a monthly compounding interest rate of 22.99% and that you are making a minimum payment that is 2.5% of your total debt.

JGW:

The length of your program is determined by your debt amount. Programs are between 24 and 60 months in length and average program length is around 42 months.

Savings amount is an estimate base on average customer savings on their monthly payment. Real results will vary and some customers will save more, less or not at all.

Disclaimer: The calculator on this web site is for estimation and educational purposes only. JG Wentworth makes no guarantees regarding its accuracy and specifically disclaims any and all liability arising from the use of this or any other calculator on this web site. Use at your own risk and verify all results with an appropriate financial professional before taking action. We are not registered investment advisers, attorneys, CPA’s or other financial service professionals and do not render legal, tax, accounting, investment advice or other professional services.

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Your vehicle
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