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What’s the Difference Between a Personal Loan and a Line of Credit?
There are two common ways to borrow money: take out a personal loan or open a personal line of credit. With a personal loan, you are provided a lump sum of money and then required to pay fixed monthly payments. On the other hand, with a line of credit, you are provided access to a set amount of money that you can draw on as you need, and pay it back over time with [...]
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Amazon® Prime Day 2021
Blog What is Amazon® Prime Day? Amazon® Prime Day is an annual shopping event exclusively for Amazon® Prime members. Amazon® Prime Day this year starts on June 21st and lasts only 48 hours. Amazon® Prime Day is packed with awesome deals, exciting product [...]
Top 9 Father’s Day Gifts and Celebration Ideas
Blog Father's Day is a special day for the father figure in your life. No matter who that person is, you'll want to make sure you plan a little something special to show appreciation for everything they have done and will continue to [...]
Mariner Finance’s Buy Now, Pay Later Point of Sale Financing – No Payment for 90 Days
Blog The point of sale can be a very exciting, but also stressful time for both a customer and dealer. A consumer’s excitement can, at times, be over shadowed by the stress of wondering how to budget for the purchase. [...]
What is the Emergency Rental Assistance Program and how may it help?
Blog The Emergency Rental Assistance Program was created to assist households that are unable to pay rent and utilities due to the COVID-19 pandemic. $25 billion in funds are being provided directly to states, U.S. territories, local governments, and Indian tribes (described as [...]
Top 8 Mother’s Day gifts and Celebration Ideas
Blog Mother’s Day is a special time of year for millions of people. Whether you celebrate your mother, stepmother, grandmother, aunt, or another influential figure in your life–you’ll want to make sure you are showing your appreciation to them on this special day. [...]
Going on a Cruise in 2021 and Beyond
Blog It’s no secret that cruise vacations – and companies – were badly affected by the COVID pandemic. Fortunately, going on a cruise in 2021 and beyond is starting to look very promising. Many people still have concerns about health protocols, however. [...]
What Changes Airlines and Hotels Are Making in 2021
Blog People are eager to get out and start traveling once again. However, you may still be curious about what changes airlines and hotels are making in 2021. Companies are going to great lengths to ensure your comfort in using their facilities, [...]
Top Spring Cleaning Tricks
Blog Up to 77 percent of households engage in spring cleaning every year, according to the American Cleaning Institute (ACI). Today, homes may be heated differently, but spring cleaning still offers many benefits, especially if anyone in your household suffers from allergies or asthma. [...]
The Top 10 Beach Destinations That Won’t Break the Bank
Blog Vacationing in 2021 could be a little different than years past. As the country starts to recover from the pandemic and a chaotic 2020, this upcoming summer presents a great opportunity to get away and have some fun. You can vacation [...]
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Medical Bills and their Impact on Your Credit
Blog With the incorporation of the Affordable Care Act, the staggering costs of medical bills have been widely discussed in the past few years. What isn’t discussed as frequently however, is the impact that this debt could have on your credit score should [...]
7 Money-Saving Tips for Attending a Sporting Event on a Budget
Blog So you’re ready to take the whole family to a sporting event— great! Only problem is things can get expensive fast. According to Team Marketing Report’s 2019 Fan Cost Index, the average cost for an NFL ticket for [...]
Cheap Tailgating Tips
Blog Regardless of where you are located in the United States, the fall means school is back in session and another sports season has started! While football is arguably the most popular fall sport, these tips can help you [...]
Eating Healthy on a Budget
Blog Many people have the stigma that eating healthy is expensive and is difficult to accomplish on a consistent basis. While this can be true, there are many sensible ways to maintain a healthy, well-balanced diet while actually [...]
Back-to-School: College
Blog Back-to-school doesn’t just mean K through 12; it includes college as well! Whether you are sending your child off to school or going back yourself, cut costs with these college planning tips. Are your kids not in college? [...]
Back-to-School: Money-Saving Tips
Blog Ready or not, back-to-school season has arrived! Whether you have kids or are headed back-to-school yourself, you already know how costly this time of year can be. According to a recent study, parents spend about $685 on [...]
Private: Reverse Mortgage Facts
Blog With pension plans declining, and more people becoming reliant on Social Security, maintaining a reasonable standard of living after retirement might seem like a pipe dream to some. For individuals who own their own home, a reverse [...]
Money-Saving Vacation Tips
Blog How To Save Money On Vacation Regardless if you are going on a day trip or a full on family vacation, Mariner Finance has gathered tips to save you even more money during this fun, yet usually costly [...]
Home Buying FAQ’s
Blog To close out our home buying guide, we have compiled answers to questions (FAQ’s) you may have about the home buying process. Refer to Step 1 and Step 2 of our home buying guide to help you with [...]
Step Two – To Buying a Home!
Blog Now that you know your credit qualifies you for a mortgage, and the maximum dollar amount you are qualified for, you can shop for homes based on the approval criteria. Not sure about your pre-approval? Check out [...]
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Private: Quick and Easy Thanksgiving Recipes
Blog Planning and cooking a Thanksgiving meal can be a tedious and time consuming task. To help with your Thanksgiving meal prep, we compiled a list of delicious side, dessert, and drink recipes that can all be made in less than one [...]
How to Keep the Holidays Affordable
Blog The holiday season is right here. We gathered tips to make your holiday season budget-friendly and fun. After doing some research, we quickly learned the best way to prep for this holiday season is to plan ahead, [...]
Quick, Cheap, and Easy Halloween Treat Recipes
Blog Thrill your party guests and kids this Halloween with these delicious and easy-to-make Halloween treats! Halloween Marshmallow Pops: 18 Snyder's Gluten Free Pretzel Sticks 18 Large marshmallows Cake Mate Orange Easy Squeeze Frosting Cake Mate Halloween Decors Directions: 1. [...]
Cheap Halloween Costume Ideas
Blog 13 Cheap and Easy Halloween Costume Ideas. Halloween is quickly approaching! Do you have a costume yet? Before heading to the store for an expensive costume, why not try to make cheap costumes yourself? Not only will you save money, but you [...]
Cheap and Fun Fall Activities
Blog Fall marks the beginning of pumpkin carving, apple picking, haunted hayrides, and more. Enjoy this special time of year with your friends and family without breaking the bank! Click through the slideshow below to discover fun and cheap fall activities everyone [...]
Back-to-School: College
Blog Back-to-school doesn’t just mean K through 12; it includes college as well! Whether you are sending your child off to school or going back yourself, cut costs with these college planning tips. Are your kids not in college? [...]
Back-to-School: Money-Saving Tips
Blog Ready or not, back-to-school season has arrived! Whether you have kids or are headed back-to-school yourself, you already know how costly this time of year can be. According to a recent study, parents spend about $685 on [...]
Affordable Cookout Ideas
Blog Inexpensive Cookout IdeasDiscover our inexpensive cookout ideas! It’s that time of year again! When the weather is nice, having friends and family over for a cookout can be a great time. Whether it’s for a holiday or just [...]
Unexpected Costs in a Wedding Budget
Blog With the two most popular months to get married right around the corner, June and September, couples are realizing their wedding budget expenses are inevitably adding up. From the reception venue, photographer, and catering costs, it’s easy to [...]
Private: Can You Really Afford to Attend that Wedding?
Blog Weddings are easily one of the most memorable events in any couple’s life, and as a friend or family member, it only makes sense that you want to be there to support them. But, what happens when [...]