Articles by Valencia Patrice Higuera

Valencia Higuera is based in Virginia and she covers budgeting, credit cards, and student loan debt, with expertise in frugal living, general banking, and mortgages. She is a self-proclaimed personal finance junkie. Valencia has contributed to publications and outlets including MSN, The Huffington Post, CBS News, Investopedia, and more. Education: B.A. in English from Old Dominion University.

How to Buy Facebook Stock: Invest in the Social Media Network Learn how to buy shares of Facebook stock to become an investor in one of the most popular social media networks in the wold. Kitchen Remodel Loans: How to Finance a Kitchen Renovation Photo of Valencia Patrice Higuera Valencia Patrice Higuera Kitchen Remodel Loans: How to Finance a Kitchen Renovation Renovating an outdated kitchen can take years off the age of your house. This... How to Pre-Qualify for Personal Loans and Get Free Rate Quotes Photo of Valencia Patrice Higuera Valencia Patrice Higuera How to Pre-Qualify for Personal Loans and Get Free Rate Quotes If you’re thinking about getting a personal loan, one of the first steps is to get... Can You Get a Personal Loan If You’re a Non-US Citizen? Find out whether you can get a personal loan if you're a non-U.S. citizen and the requirements that may be involved when submitting an application. Deck Loans: Financing Options for Building a New Deck Learn about the different deck loans and financing option available to help you pay for the construction of a new deck for your home. Tiny House Financing: How to Get a Loan for a Tiny House Photo of Valencia Patrice Higuera Valencia Patrice Higuera Tiny House Financing: How to Get a Loan for a Tiny House A tiny house might be perfect if you’re looking to simplify and you don’t like... Can Students Get Personal Loans for College Expenses? Photo of Valencia Patrice Higuera Valencia Patrice Higuera Can Students Get Personal Loans for College Expenses? College is expensive, there’s no doubt about it. Some people are fortunate... Should You Use a Personal Loan to Pay for Plastic Surgery? Find out whether it is a good or bad idea to take out a personal loan to pay for plastic surgery (or other types of elective cosmetic procedure). Where to Find Personal Loans for Veterans Find out where veterans and military service members (active or retired) can qualify for personal loans at the lowest interest rates, plus any special benefits. Should You Use Personal Loans to Pay for Grad School? Photo of Valencia Patrice Higuera Valencia Patrice Higuera Should You Use Personal Loans to Pay for Grad School? Getting a graduate degree can advance your career. This often results in better...