the don’t be broke blog

What is a credit score? When a consumer applies for credit lenders want to know what risk they’d take by loaning money. A credit score helps lenders evaluate a credit report. It is a number that summarizes credit risk, based on a snapshot of a credit report. Ultimately, credit scores influence the credit that’s available […]

At Dollar Loan Center, we guarantee we are better. We will beat the rate of any area payday lender or your loan is interest free! Here is how it works: Bring in your current payday loan or cash advance contract to any Dollar Loan Center location, and we guarantee we will beat the rate! That’s […]

Here’s where to start when you’re staring down an insurmountable debt. Do-It-Yourself Debt Help No one can help you like you can help yourself. Look at your finances, see where you can make some spending cuts, and pay that extra money forward to make more aggressive progress against your debt Debt Consolidation In most cases, […]

For more then 15 years the Dollar Loan Center referral program has rewarded you for introducing your friends and family to our family. For the first time ever we are changing things up. Not only are we upping the ante on your first referral, but also we are laying the foundation for you to earn […]

The April 18 deadline for taxes is fast approaching. You can file online free through IRS.gov. Just choose a Free File company and then click on their link to prepare and e-file the return. The tax software helps eligible taxpayers find tax breaks. This could include tax credits such as the Earned Income Tax Credit. […]

Daily Interest Explained: Dollar Loan Center low rate signature loans have interest that accrues daily. Which means you will only pay interest for the amount of time you need it. For example, if you keep your loan out for 3 days, you only pay 3 days worth of interest. Those other guys charge you two […]

Getting a loan with us is so easy, let’s walk you through the process. You’ll need to bring in 3 things: A photo ID A current paystub And form of address verification, which is a fancy way for us to say, bring us a piece of mail so we can see your address. You’ll then […]

TRANSCRIPT BELOW… Welcome to Dollar Loan Center Tax Tips Here are a few tax breaks that individuals typically miss. Don’t pay more taxes than you need to. People say this all the time, but it can be hard to find every deduction, credit and income adjustment you are entitled to. You might be aware of […]

Cold weather is here to stay, well at least for the next several months. Spring is but a dream away, but for now you have the present of ever increasing energy costs and colder weather in the months ahead. Plan now for chilly temperatures and spend a little to save big. Laying down a little […]

If you’ve noticed an uptick in engagement announcements on Facebook recently, it’s not all in your head — engagement season is a real thing. But if you’re thinking about proposing to your own partner, you’ll want to make sure you’ve talked through the practical side of things first. “You’ll want to have really good, open […]