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Alan Donahue

Alan Donahue

He writes for BestMoney and enjoys helping readers make sense of the options on the market.‎

Posts by Alan Donahue

Mortgage vs. Mortgage Refinance - What's the Difference?

The more you understand about your home and the mortgage you pay, the easier it will be to sort through your finances and have realistic expectations for your current situation.
Read MoreAug 24, 2026
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How to Get a Home Loan When You Have Bad Credit

Bad credit may seem like it stands between you and a new home purchase. Fortunately, there are ways to get a mortgage even with bad credit.
Read MoreAug 24, 2026
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Understanding Common Mortgage Terms

Applying for a mortgage involves a lot of confusing numbers, but it's actually the words around those numbers that you should be focused on. Learning and understanding common mortgage terms can make the application process a lot easier.
Read MoreAug 24, 2026
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Here’s the Secret for Living a Debt-Free Life

Does That Pile of Monthly Bills Keep Growing? With Debt Consolidation, You Can Live Debt-Free Starting Tomorrow!
Read MoreAug 24, 2026
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Getting a Loan While in Retirement? <br /> It's Not That Far-Fetched

Seniors: Stop Spending Your Retirement Savings. Take Out a Loan for Any Purpose in Just 1 Day.
Read MoreAug 24, 2026
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Here’s How Americans Can Get a Quick Loan of up to $100,000

No Damage to Your Credit and No Bank Involvement. This Is How Americans Get Loans for Home Renovations.
Read MoreAug 24, 2026
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Here’s How Americans Can Get a Quick Loan of up to $100,000

No Damage to Your Credit and No Bank Involvement. This Is How Americans Get Loans for Home Renovations.
Read MoreAug 24, 2026
man, woman and money

Getting a Loan While in Retirement? <br /> It's Not That Far-Fetched

Seniors: Stop Spending Your Retirement Savings. Take Out a Loan for Any Purpose in Just 1 Day.
Read MoreAug 24, 2026
Old Woman

Here’s the Secret for Living a Debt-Free Life

Does That Pile of Monthly Bills Keep Growing? With Debt Consolidation, You Can Live Debt-Free Starting Tomorrow!
Read MoreAug 24, 2026
woman

Get More Affordable Pet Insurance in Less Than 2 Minutes

Choose a high-quality, low-cost health plan for your furry friend
Read MoreAug 24, 2026
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