Valicia France

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What Are Hard Money Lenders and How Do They Work?

Oct 29, 2024 | marketwatch.com | Valicia France |David Gregory

If you need quick cash or can’t qualify for a traditional loan, you may be considering a hard money loan as an alternative option. Hard money lenders typically consider property value rather than creditworthiness for loan approval, and hard money loans can usually be approved and disbursed in less than two weeks. However, hard money loans typically have higher interest rates and much shorter repayment timelines, along with some other disadvantages.
Is PEMF Safe During Pregnancy? Find Out Here

Aug 21, 2024 | healthnews.com | Valicia France |Alifia Fernandes Jokubauskienė

PEMF (pulsed electromagnetic field) therapy uses electromagnetic fields to help manage injury and chronic pain, with several studies showing its benefits in reducing patient pain and stress. As a non-invasive, affordable option, PEMF may be considered an especially attractive therapy option by pregnant people. However, PEMF is a fairly new therapy and has not yet been proven safe for use during pregnancy.
What Is an FHA Construction Loan and How Does It Work?

Aug 16, 2024 | marketwatch.com | Valicia France |Paul Underwood

An FHA construction loan combines key features of both basic mortgage loans and construction loans. An FHA mortgage loan is a home loan insured by the federal government that you use to purchase an existing home. You will use a construction loan if you want to build a new home. FHA construction loans finance the construction phase and then convert to a regular mortgage loan once the home is completed.
Ovulation Pain and Pregnancy Success

Jul 22, 2024 | healthnews.com | Valicia France |Alifia Fernandes Jokubauskienė

Ovulation can be a mostly pain-free or even unnoticeable experience for most individuals. However, many women and individuals assigned female at birth (AFABs) of reproductive age commonly experience ovulation pain. Ovulation pain, Mittelschmerz, is believed to be linked to the growth of the ovarian follicle that holds and then releases the mature egg for fertilization. Tracking your ovulation is a key part of managing your health and pregnancy plans.
Signs You Need Hormone Replacement Therapy

Jul 9, 2024 | healthnews.com | Valicia France

Hormones play an essential role in the development and daily functioning of our bodies. Whether expected or unexpected, the changes or imbalances in our hormones can cause challenging symptoms affecting our physical and mental health. For example, hormonal imbalances may contribute to discomfort or even painful symptoms experienced with sleep disorders, sexual disorders, period problems, or during natural transitions (such as menopause and aging).
Butt Cramps During Periods: Causes & Solutions

Jul 1, 2024 | healthnews.com | Valicia France

Menstrual cramping is experienced in anywhere between 16% and 81% of women and individuals assigned female at birth. During your period, hormonal changes lead to uterine contractions that help push period tissue and blood out of the uterus and cervix. These contractions result in the cramping experienced during your period. However, cramping, pain, and discomfort from these contractions radiate from the abdominal area through the lower back, inner thighs, and even the buttock region.
Menopause and Sleep: Managing Sleep Disruptions

Jun 25, 2024 | healthnews.com | Valicia France

The menopausal transition is a natural progression in the life of women and individuals assigned female at birth (AFABs). But this time may not be without its challenges. Sleep disorders are a common issue faced during menopause, affecting anywhere between 16% and 60% of individuals from peri- through post-menopause.
Menstrual Disc vs Cup: Which One Is Better?

Mar 1, 2024 | healthnews.com | Valicia France

Embarking on the journey of womanhood brings with it approximately 2,280 days of menstruation over a lifetime. That's over 400 periods and a staggering 10,000 disposable menstrual products used. Enter menstrual cups and discs — sleek, innovative alternatives resembling contraceptive cervical caps and diaphragms.
What is a Home Equity Agreement and How Does It Work? (2024 Guide)

Feb 14, 2024 | marketwatch.com | Valicia France |David Gregory

Home equity is the portion of the homeowner’s property they own outright, calculated as the property’s current market value minus any outstanding mortgage balances. The structure of a HEA is a little complicated, but basically it works like this: A HEA company agrees to give you a lump sum of cash based on the value of your home and the equity you have in it right now.
How Do Personal Loans Affect Your Taxes? (2024 Guide)

Jan 23, 2024 | marketwatch.com | Valicia France |Jen Hubley Luckwaldt

Tax Reporting Requirements and Documentation Even for personal loans that are not taxable, there may still be reporting requirements by the IRS. For example, one requirement involves the use of the IRS Form 1099-INT, which you use to report interest income earned from a loan. If you’re the lender and receive $10 or more, you will need to report it using the Form 1099-INT.