If the college you applied to Early Decision deferred your application, but you still want to be considered in Regular Decision, you should probably write a letter of continued interest right away.

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Interest usually starts accruing as soon as you accept a loan, take a draw from a line of credit or start revolving a credit card balance. However, creditors sometimes offer options to defer interest ...

Financially distressed growers can miss a yearly loan installment and pay it at a later date under a new program from USDA’s Farm Service Agency. “Oftentimes, what producers need is just a little ...

Deferred compensation allows individuals to delay receiving part of their income until a future date, often during retirement. This strategy is appealing for retirement savings and tax management, as ...

Store credit cards may try to lure you in with steep discounts and tempting sign-up offers, but you should think twice before signing up for one. That's because many retail offer credit cards or ...