15 May 2015
With nearly three percent of loans in default or delinquency at any given time, the debt purchasing industry continues to expand at a steady pace. If you've ever considered expanding your investment portfolio, or if placing your funds in stocks or real estate just isn't up your alley, you might want to consider investing in a debt purchasing company, or even purchasing (or collecting) debt privately on your own. Read on to learn more about the advantages and potential disadvantages of debt buying as an investment.
13 May 2015
Moving around the holidays can be difficult, especially in Chicago's winter weather. Setting your move date for the week before Christmas could save you money, though -- and possibly a lot of it. Specifically, it could help you save on renting a moving truck, which is one of the largest costs associated with a move. Best of all, your landlord might even be okay with breaking your lease early. Here's why moving in the middle of December might be financially advantageous for both your landlord and you.