Sarah Brodsky

St. Louis

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Freelance Writer at U.S. News and World Report

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Articles

90 years of new beginnings

2 weeks ago | familybusinessmagazine.com | Sarah Brodsky

Fort Worth, Texas-based Standard Meat Company is opening a fifth production facility this year — its largest yet at 180,000 square feet. While this protein portioning, cooking and packing company once focused mainly on raw proteins, it has expanded into ready-to-eat products over the past five years, nearly doubling sales since January 2019. But the company's growth was far from inevitable.
What You Need to Know About Bridge Loans

3 weeks ago | money.usnews.com | Sarah Brodsky |Sebastian Oliveira |Ray Frager

Getty ImagesYou'll have to make interest-only monthly payments on the bridge loan until you sell your old home. Key Takeaways A bridge loan is a type of short-term financing that can help you buy a new home before selling your current home. Bridge loans are generally more expensive than first-lien mortgages, and qualifying can be harder. Before deciding on a bridge loan, consider alternatives like a HELOC or personal loan.
Line of credit vs. credit card: What’s the difference?

1 month ago | aol.com | Sarah Brodsky

Key takeawaysBoth a line of credit and a credit card are types of revolving credit where you can borrow up to a certain amount and only pay interest on what you borrow. A line of credit typically has a lower APR and a higher credit limit than a credit card, but a credit card offers more convenience, a grace period and potential rewards for spending. A line of credit may require more documentation and a personal credit check for approval, while a credit card is easier to obtain.
Line of credit vs. credit card: What’s the difference?

1 month ago | kimatv.com | Sarah Brodsky

Line of credit vs. credit card: What’s the difference? by Sarah BrodskyWed, May 28th 2025 at 4:15 PMImages by Getty Images; Illustration by Austin Courregé/BankrateShare
Line of credit vs. credit card: What’s the difference?

1 month ago | ktul.com | Sarah Brodsky

Line of credit vs. credit card: What’s the difference?
What Is a Rate and Term Refinance?

1 month ago | money.usnews.com | Sarah Brodsky |Gina Freeman |Ray Frager

Key Takeaways A rate and term refinance replaces your previous mortgage with a new loan that has a different rate, a different term or both. You can use a rate and term refinance to switch from one type of loan to another, such as going from an FHA loan to a conventional loan or from an adjustable-rate mortgage to a fixed-rate mortgage. If you want to use your refi to consolidate debts or access money for repairs or other expenses, consider a cash-out refinance or limited cash-out refinance.
Capital One Venture X vs. Amex Platinum Card

Mar 26, 2025 | bankrate.com | Sarah Brodsky |investing. Sarah writes |Madison Hoehn

The Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card and The Platinum Card® from American Express are two of the top premium travel cards on the market. The Venture X has an edge thanks to its higher rewards potential, but the Amex Platinum’s welcome offer outshines the former. The right option for you may come down to whether you can successfully recoup the Amex Platinum’s $695 annual fee.
Deed of Trust vs. Mortgage: Does it Matter?

Mar 25, 2025 | money.usnews.com | Sarah Brodsky |Ray Frager |Gina Freeman

Key Takeaways A deed of trust is a legal instrument that is similar to a mortgage in that both documents allow financed property to be seized and sold if the borrower defaults. With a deed of trust, a trustee holds title to the property or has a lien on the property until the loan is paid off. A deed of trust generally allows the trustee to foreclose and sell the property without going through the court system.
What Happens When You're Clear to Close

Mar 23, 2025 | money.usnews.com | Sarah Brodsky |Whitney Blair Wyckoff |Gina Freeman

Key Takeaways "Clear to close" is a phrase lenders use to indicate that you've met your home loan's requirements and are ready to schedule closing. It's not a guarantee that your loan will be funded. You'll review your closing disclosure, schedule a walkthrough of the property and make an appointment to sign your final documents. Once you are cleared to close, stay in close contact with your lender and follow instructions. Avoid making major changes to your finances.
What is the Fair Housing Act?

Mar 21, 2025 | creditkarma.com | Sarah Brodsky

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