Articles by Jeff Yoncich

Jeff is a licensed real estate agent in California and he specializes in home buying, mortgages, and debt, among other money topics. His work has appeared in Business Insider and Trulia. Education: B.A in Business Administration from Fullerton College, University of Texas.

What You Need to Know About the Latest Bank Security Hack Consumers should be very concerned by the latest bank security hack. The hackers could take out loans and commit other kinds of identity theft To Downgrade or Upgrade Your Credit Card: Which is Best? Photo of Jeff Yoncich Jeff Yoncich To Downgrade or Upgrade Your Credit Card: Which is Best? You may not even realize it, but your credit card issuer may offer a higher- or... How to Avoid Probate and Use a Living Trust Photo of Jeff Yoncich Jeff Yoncich How to Avoid Probate and Use a Living Trust Want to make sure that after you're gone your family inherits your property... Capitalize on Home Ownership Tax Benefits With These Deductions Mortgage interest is only one home ownership tax benefit you may enjoy. Here are all the possible deductions home owners should take advantage of. Want to Buy a House? Earn Mom and Dad's Help Many millennials who want to buy a house are finding student debt and bad credit a huge obstacle. It might be time to call mom and dad for some help. 4 Popular Tactics to Pay Off Private Student Loans Compared Photo of Jeff Yoncich Jeff Yoncich 4 Popular Tactics to Pay Off Private Student Loans Compared If you have a student loan from a private, non-governmental institution, you know... How to Find the Best Home Purchase Value Photo of Jeff Yoncich Jeff Yoncich How to Find the Best Home Purchase Value First-time home buyers with little or no experience as buyers in the housing... 7 Reasons You Should Pay Off Your Mortgage Before Retirement Considered in the context of your other financial goals and commitments -- there are good reasons to prepare for retirement by paying off your mortgage. 3 Options to Save More on Real Estate Agents Agents that will pay you, commission rebates, flat-rate fees, negotiation are industry trends that may help you save on real estate agents and their fees. How to Negotiate Higher Pay If You're a Freelancer Photo of Jeff Yoncich Jeff Yoncich How to Negotiate Higher Pay If You're a Freelancer If you're a freelancer you have only one legitimate reason to raise your rates:...