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A full listing of Bankrate's step-by-step advice for readers and their money moves from checking a credit report to buying a new car
Credit cards archive
How do I … Get a secured credit card?
Article: Whether just starting out or in some credit trouble, a secured credit card can help build a credit history.
2008-12-01T13:26:00
How do I ... Close a credit card account?
Article: Here are the steps to take to close your credit card account without damaging your credit.
2008-12-18T07:00:00
How do I … Improve my credit score?
Article: When you think of the phrase "credit score," you're probably thinking of a number between 350 and 850.
2009-01-23T07:00:00
How do I … Get my credit report?
Article: You should review your report at least once a year to be sure it's accurate and to check for identity fraud.
2008-12-01T14:25:00
Calculate your payment and more
Article: Find out how long it will take to pay off your credit card balance with Bankrate.com's financial calculator
1986-01-01T00:00:00
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Overnight Averages
Product Rate +/- Last week
30 yr fixed
4.96%
5.03%
15 yr fixed
4.53%
4.56%
5/1 ARM
4.21%
4.19%
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Product Rate +/- Last week
30K HELOC
5.29%
5.27%
30K Home Equity Loan
8.36%
8.32%
50K HELOC
5.02%
4.99%
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Product Rate +/- Last week
48 Mo Used Car
7.02%
7.10%
48 Mo New Car
6.79%
6.80%
36 Mo Used Car
7.15%
7.22%
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Product Yield +/- Last week
6 Mo CD
1.23%
1.27%
1 Yr CD
1.75%
1.72%
5 Yr CD
2.93%
2.94%
Compare rates:
Product Rate
Low Interest Cards 9.71%
Balance Transfer Cards 14.54%
All Variable 11.68%
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