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Leanora Benjamin

Leanora Benjamin

Leanora Benjamin is a mortgage loan officer and finance expert at BestMoney.com. Licensed under NMLS #2283860, she specializes in home financing and mortgage lending, helping clients navigate the loan process. Leanora currently serves as a Mortgage Loan Officer at Achieve and works as a North Carolina Notary Signing Agent.

Posts by Leanora Benjamin

How to Pay Off a Personal Loan Faster: 8 Proven Strategies

Every extra dollar you pay toward your personal loan principal saves money on future interest and shortens your debt timeline.
Read MoreDec 4, 2025
A woman sitting at her desk and figuring out how to pay off her personal loan faster.

Should You Get a Business Loan from a Credit Union? Pros and Cons

Credit unions offer an alternative to traditional banks with lower rates and personalized service, but they come with trade-offs in loan size and product variety.
Read MoreDec 3, 2025
A business owner deciding if she should get a business loan from a credit union.

Online Business Lenders vs. Traditional Banks: Which Is Better?

One of the biggest decisions business owners face is where to get funding, especially when time, credit, and opportunity are on the line.
Read MoreDec 3, 2025
A business owner deciding between an online lender or a traditional bank for a business loan.

What to Do if You Can't Make Your Personal Loan Payment

Facing a payment you can't afford is terrifying, but the worst thing you can do is nothing.
Read MoreDec 3, 2025
A woman worrying that she can't make her personal loan payment.

Is a Vacation Loan a Smart Way to Finance Your 2026 Getaway?

Vacation loans promise immediate access to experiences you'll remember forever, but what lenders don't emphasize is that your payments continue long after your tan fades.
Read MoreNov 26, 2025
A couple wondering if they should take out a vacation loan to fund their holiday.

Holiday Business Loans: How to Fund Your Q4 Inventory

Feeling the holiday pressure? Don't let the next holiday season sneak up on you without the proper planning.
Read MoreNov 26, 2025
A business owner funding his Q4 inventory for 2026.

Business Loan Application Denied? Here Are Your Next 5 Steps

A loan denial isn't the end. It's feedback telling you exactly what to improve.
Read MoreNov 26, 2025
A business owner found out his business loan application was denied and wondering what to do about it.

What Is DSCR and How Does It Affect Your Business Loan Approval?

Looking for a business loan? One figure lenders pay close attention to is your Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR).
Read MoreNov 26, 2025
A man learning about DSCR and how it affects his business loan approval.

HELOC vs. Personal Loan: Which Is Right for Your Home Improvement Project?

Homeowners often think the biggest decision is choosing the right contractor or design. But before the first tile is laid, the real foundation is financial.
Read MoreNov 23, 2025
A man and woman planning their home improvement project.
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