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Jessica Walrack

Jessica Walrack is a personal finance writer at SuperMoney, The Simple Dollar, Interest.com, Commonbond, Bankrate, NextAdvisor, Guardian, Personalloans.org and many others. She specializes in taking personal finance topics like loans, credit cards, and budgeting, and making them accessible and fun.

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How to Calculate Car Payments – All You Need to Know About Auto Loan Payments

Published 01/01/2018 by Jessica Walrack

When the time comes to get a new car and you need to finance it, do your homework on car payments. While you can just walk into a dealership and let them take care of it all, you won’t get the best deal. Further, you may end up in over your head.

Have you been invited to attend a memorial or a funeral service, and you are unsure what to expect? Or maybe, you are dealing with the death of a loved one for the first time and aren’t sure which service to choose.

You’re driving down the road and suddenly start to hear thumping, scraping, or hissing coming from your car. What do you do? Call roadside assistance? Keep driving?

How Much Should You Pay for a Car Diagnostic Test?

Published 01/01/2018 by Jessica Walrack

This article covers the essential information you need when dealing with a check engine light and car diagnostic tests. It explains what the check engine light means, how car diagnostic tests work, and the average cost of these tests. It also provides tips on finding free or low-cost diagnostic services and explores different ways to finance expensive car repairs if needed. With practical advice on comparing repair shops and payment options, this guide ensures you’re informed and ready to handle unexpected car issues.

First National Credit Card: Everything You Need to Know

Published 01/01/2018 by Jessica Walrack

The First National Bank was established in 1985 as a family-owned business in Fulda, Minnesota. It has grown over the past three decades, adding more locations throughout Minnesota, Colorado, and South Dakota. Its banking products have expanded to include a wide selection of options for personal and business customers. If you were looking for the First National Bank of Omaha Visa Card, click here.

Worried About Auto Repair Costs? Avoid These 10 Vehicles

Published 01/01/2018 by Jessica Walrack

When a new symbol lights up on your vehicle’s dashboard, your stomach drops. “How much is this going to cost,” you wonder. Most of us rely on our automobiles to keep our lives going along as usual: taking our children to school, running errands, and going to work.

Best Military Auto Loans of 2026

Published 12/16/2017 by Jessica Walrack

If you are a member of the military — whether active, retired, or in the Reserves — you qualify for military discounts when financing your car. Military auto loans can make your dream car a reality.

A recent study analyzed 2.4 million auto loans extended by 326 financial companies across all 50 states and 1.3 million credit auto loan applications from 41 different institutions. The number one finding was quite interesting.

How to Get an Auto Loan Without Hurting Your Credit

Published 11/30/2017 by Jessica Walrack

Getting a loan can be a great way to build your credit. Making consistent and timely payments on a loan will steadily build your credit over the lifetime of the loan. But there’s a catch: applying for an auto loan can hurt your credit score.

There are many benefits to installing a home solar panel system. It can save you money, increase your property’s value, and help to protect the environment. However, the cost of a solar panel installation can be a bit high leaving many homeowners hesitant. The good news is, multiple financing options exist that can make it more affordable.

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