Stilt is an online lending company focused on providing borrowing options for immigrants and visa holders in the U.S. The company was founded by two immigrants, who themselves experience just how difficult it can be to get a loan in the U.S. while on a visa. And, now, Stilt has offered loans to immi…
At a Glance Attending college in the U.S. can be expensive for international students. Top scholarships for international students include Avvo Scholarship Program, Berkeley College International Student Scholarships, Cappex American Scholarships, and more. These scholarships offer opportunities and…
Debt-holders looking to simplify the terms of their student loans and reduce payments often benefit from refinancing, a service that lets borrowers consolidate their loans under a single lender. Lenders vary greatly in the terms and conditions they offer to refinance student debt; some are suitable …
Donald Trump campaigned on promises to restrict immigration to the United States. His administration is now acting on those promises, and some of the starkest changes his administration has implemented apply to green cards. The Trump administration has made getting a green card considerably more dif…
With the world’s largest economy and many of it’s biggest, most profitable companies, the U.S. is an ideal location for H-1B visa holders looking to find a job and carve out their piece of the American Dream. But where are those jobs exactly? With a little help from USCIS, we answer…
When petitioning for an H-1B visa, it’s vital to understand and budget for the associated costs mandated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The process begins with a mandatory $10 registration fee per beneficiary for the initial electronic registration, essential for all…
At a Glance Bad credit refers to a negative track record with lenders, often resulting from late or non-payment of loans, and is reflected in your credit history. Different companies have varying criteria for defining bad credit, and creditworthiness is summarized by a credit score. When it comes to…
At a Glance Undocumented immigrants can buy houses in the United States, despite legal and financial obstacles. Around 31 percent of the undocumented population in the US, or over 3.4 million people, owned homes in 2014. Undocumented immigrants can use an Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN) …
At a Glance Lower car insurance premiums Increased approval rates for renting apartments and buying homes Better interest rates on mortgages and credit cards Improved chances of getting hired for a job, reduced security deposits, and higher chances of credit card and loan approval Most people unders…
You have a B1 visa but it isn’t exactly the visa it used to be. What I mean is that you have a B1 or a B1/B2 business visa from a company you used to be employed at. Although the company no longer employs you, the visa is still there: flashing an expiration date you […]