Stuart Bilan

Wellbeingville

Welcome to Wellbeingville—where you feel like anything is possible with your money. It’s the place where we’re more at ease today, and tomorrow is filled with promise and opportunity.

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How do I know when to use my emergency savings?

None of us likes that feeling that if something unexpected were to happen we’d be scrambling to figure out how to pay for it. That’s why being emergency-proof is so awesome.

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Smart college savings options for your child (and your money)

A good education can help set our kids on the right track for life. And with the right college savings option they could be able to jump right into the real world without being overwhelmed by debt.

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The awesome power of becoming emergency-proof

How to feel like you can handle anything that life throws at you No one wants that nagging thought. The one that gets louder every time the car makes a funky noise. You know the thought, “ Uh oh, how much will it cost to fix that?”

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Home buying lingo: The 6 terms you need to know

Smart borrowing can help us do the things we’ve dreamed about. Like buying our first home or upgrading to a new ride. Yeah, borrowing can help us do some pretty awesome things. But we have to be smart about it. Let’s take a look at a few examples of…

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3 examples of smart borrowing

Smart borrowing can help us do the things we’ve dreamed about. Like buying our first home or upgrading to a new ride. Yeah, borrowing can help us do some pretty awesome things. But we have to be smart about it. Let’s take a look at a few examples of…

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Getting approved for a mortgage: 6 things your lender wants to know

So you’re ready to start the journey toward buying a home? That’s awesome. Whether it’s our first home or an upgrade to handle a growing family, getting our lender involved early can ensure we get the loan that fits us and our situation.

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Understanding your credit score

You’ve probably heard the term "credit score." It can sound kind of scary - this mysterious number floating around when we apply for loans and credit cards. But don’t worry, with a little know-how, we can make it less intimidating. Let’s dive into…

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Understanding the home-buying process

What you need to know before buying a home Buying a home is probably one of the most momentous purchases most of us will ever make. It’s an exciting time whether we’re buying for the first time or looking for a bigger place for our growing family,…

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Home Equity Loan vs HELOC

Wouldn’t it be great if you had a gold mine that you could tap into when you needed money? If you’ve owned your home for a while, you may be sitting in a gold mine and not even realize it. Tapping into home equity can be a great way to access money…

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What are mortgage rates?

We’re all suckers for a great deal. That’s why mortgage lenders will blast us with their low, low rate messages.

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