Interest on Emergency Loans Can Get ‘Ugly.’ What to Know When You Need Money Quickly – TIME NextAdvisor

  • September 21, 2021
  • By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
  • GreenPath Financial Wellness is a trusted national nonprofit with more than 60-years of helping people build financial health and resiliency. Our NFCC-certified counselors give you options to manage credit card debt, student loans and homeownership.

Excerpt from Time NextAdvisor discusses the best options when there is an immediate need for cash, with insight from Financial Wellness Expert, Jeff Arevalo.

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Unexpected emergencies can make a dent in our finances.

The TIME NextAdvisor looks to GreenPath to help explain the different kinds of emergency loans, ranging from traditional installment loans to more predatory forms that charge exorbitant interest rates.

Before taking out a loan, understand how each type works and what kind of fees to expect.  See insight from Jeffrey Arevalo, a financial wellness expert at GreenPath Financial Wellness.

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If you are having trouble managing your finances during an emergency, financial counseling could be a good option.

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LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR OPTIONS

If you are having trouble managing your finances during an emergency, financial counseling could be a good option.

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