Articles by Kevin Mercadante

Kevin Mercadante is a former mortgage loan officer and blogger behind Out of Your Rut. He is an expert in mortgages, career strategies and retirement planning. Education: B.S. in Accounting and Finance from Montclair State University.

4 Reasons Why You're Missing a Credit Card Sign-Up Bonus Learn about the most common reasons that you're missing a credit card sign-up bonus that you're expecting after meeting the requirements by the deadline. How Do Taxes Change After Marriage? Photo of Kevin Mercadante Kevin Mercadante How Do Taxes Change After Marriage? Going to get married or about to get married? You may be concerned about how... Are Business Credit Card Interest Charges and Fees Tax-Deductible? Photo of Kevin Mercadante Kevin Mercadante Are Business Credit Card Interest Charges and Fees Tax-Deductible? The short answer: Yes. But as is the case with just about everything... How to Get a 401(k) Hardship Withdrawal for Specific Financial Needs Find out whether you qualify for taking out a 401(k) hardship withdrawal, which will let you access retirement funds for dire financial needs. How to Compare and Choose the Best Small Business Loans Find out where to find the best small business loans and learn about the factors to consider when comparing business loan options. Nevada Car Insurance: Guide to Getting Coverage at the Lowest Rates Photo of Kevin Mercadante Kevin Mercadante Nevada Car Insurance: Guide to Getting Coverage at the Lowest Rates Car insurance premiums in Nevada are above the national average. That makes it... No-Fault Insurance: What It Means for Auto Coverage in Your State Photo of Kevin Mercadante Kevin Mercadante No-Fault Insurance: What It Means for Auto Coverage in Your State No-fault insurance was put in place to cut the cost of car insurance by... Michigan Car Insurance: Guide to Getting Coverage at the Lowest Rates See how much it would cost for car insurance in Michigan, including the different coverages available and stat laws that may apply. Hawaii Car Insurance: How to Get the Cheapest Rates Find out how you can qualify for the lowest premiums on car insurance in Hawaii and compare the average rates based on county and coverage levels. Georgia Car Insurance: How to Shop for the Lowest Rates Photo of Kevin Mercadante Kevin Mercadante Georgia Car Insurance: How to Shop for the Lowest Rates Georgia ranks as the 15th most expensive state for car insurance, at an average of...