Author: Sophie Erskine

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Sophie Erskine

How to Prepare for a Recession | Avant
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5 Ways to Prepare for a Recession

According to the Economist, a recession is a period of significant decline in economic activity. Outputs and investment suffer, as do business profits and there is typically rising unemployment. To help ensure you and your family are least affected, here are five ways you can prepare for a recession and minimize its impact on your lives. What is a Recession? As mentioned, a recession is a significant decline in economic activity that lasts for months or even years. A recession

March 14, 2023
How Much Money Should Be In My Emergency Fund? | Avant
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How Much Money Should Be In My Emergency Fund?

What is an Emergency Fund? An emergency fund is an easily accessible pool of money set aside in case of an urgent or unforeseen financial situation. Financial ups and downs occur naturally, so it pays to be prepared for the

March 9, 2023
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Meet Jeremy from the Money Movement Team

Every unique and talented Avantee is a co-creator of the Avant culture we love. We hope the @Avant series helps you get to know who we are, how we do what we do, and what it looks like to build

January 26, 2023
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Meet Stephen from the Operations Platform Team

Every unique and talented Avantee is a co-creator of the Avant culture we love. We hope the @Avant series helps you get to know who we are, how we do what we do, and what it looks like to build

January 25, 2023
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Meet Peter from the TPM Team

Every unique and talented Avantee is a co-creator of the Avant culture we love. We hope the @Avant series helps you get to know who we are, how we do what we do, and what it looks like to build

January 24, 2023
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Personal Loan Calculator

When it comes to loan repayment, nobody likes surprises. The personal loan payment calculator from Avant allows you to estimate monthly payments for the loan you need. Simply input the amount you want to borrow, how many months until repayment,

January 9, 2023
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Types of Personal Loans

Life sometimes throws us a curveball and we find that we may need a little extra money. Luckily, there are a number of different types of personal loans available to help you through difficult times. Banks and other lenders offer

December 7, 2022
Sanket, Credit Card Risk Manager, smiling in glasses and a coat next to the Avant logo on a rally red background
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Meet Sanket from the Credit Card Risk Team

Every unique and talented Avantee is a co-creator of the Avant culture we love. We hope the @Avant series helps you get to know who we are, how we do what we do, and what it looks like to build

December 7, 2022
Henan, Originations Risk Manager, in a suit and glasses next to the Av ant logo on a boundless blue background
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Meet Henan from the Credit Card Risk Team

Every unique and talented Avantee is a co-creator of the Avant culture we love. We hope the @Avant series helps you get to know who we are, how we do what we do, and what it looks like to build

December 6, 2022
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How Do You Build Credit?

How to Build Credit Your credit can impact virtually all of the financial aspects of your life. Anything that requires a credit check – like buying a car, getting a mortgage, or even renting an apartment – is made more

October 31, 2022
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How Does a Personal Loan Affect Your Credit Score?

Thinking about a personal loan? It could be a great solution to pay for unexpected costs, urgent expenses, or to consolidate debt. Taking out a personal loan may also help build your credit when you make payments on time and

October 27, 2022
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How to Get a Personal Loan

If you ever need to pay for large or unexpected expenses, one of the options you have is to apply for a personal loan. When applying for a personal loan, however, remember that it’s not just the amount of money

October 27, 2022

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