Articles by Paul Sisolak

Paul Sisolak is a personal finance journalist with an extensive background in news reporting. He covers saving, investing, real estate, and the economy. Paul has contributed to major publications, including CNN, CBS, Yahoo, U.S. News & World Report, and more. Education: B.A. in Journalism from Monmouth University.

How to Use CDs to Save for a Home Down Payment Learn how you can use certificates of deposit (CDs) to save for a home down payment and find out ways to earn the highest interest for fast savings growth. Why Your Credit Card Application Was Rejected Photo of Paul Sisolak Paul Sisolak Why Your Credit Card Application Was Rejected It’s never fun to find out that a loan application was rejected. When you’re... Why Choose a Live Financial Advisor Over Automated Advisor? Photo of Paul Sisolak Paul Sisolak Why Choose a Live Financial Advisor Over Automated Advisor? Conventional financial advice since the dawn of mankind has always come from a... How to Open a Business Checking Account Learn what information and documents banks require when you want to apply for a new business checking account to separate personal and business finances. The Best Personal Loans to Buy a Car Compare the best personal loans for buying a car. Learn about the pros and cons of using personal loans instead of traditional auto financing -- whether from a bank or dealership. Find out the key factors to look for when applying for a personal loan for the purpose of a new (or used) car purchase. Which Credit Reports Do Lenders Use for Credit Card Applications? Photo of Paul Sisolak Paul Sisolak Which Credit Reports Do Lenders Use for Credit Card Applications? When you're applying for a new credit card in the United States, the credit report... The Best Long-Term Personal Loans Compared Photo of Paul Sisolak Paul Sisolak The Best Long-Term Personal Loans Compared Part of what makes personal loans so appealing is the variety of uses you can put... How to Use Personal Loans to Refinance Student Loans Learn how to use personal loans to refinance student loans, whether they're federal or private loans -- subsidized or unsubsidized. Find out the benefits and drawbacks of consolidating student debt. Compare the personal loan options from banks, credit unions, and online lenders for the best rates. Are Personal Loans Taxable or Tax-Deductible? Learn about all the tax implications and rules regarding personal loans. Find out if the borrowed funds can be considered taxable income and whether or not the interest paid on the personal loans is tax-deductible. Moreover, see if other tax benefits and disadvantages apply to personal loans. How to Get Approved for Personal Loans With Bad Credit Photo of Paul Sisolak Paul Sisolak How to Get Approved for Personal Loans With Bad Credit With bad credit, getting a personal loan can prove to be quite difficult because...