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Article: Learn how the FDIC protects deposits and what you need to know to keep your investments secure.

Article: Retailers are trying to get you to overspend this holiday season. Here are seven ways to make it easy for them.

State agencies that help you find unclaimed money

Article: A listing of all the state agencies that help you find unclaimed money and property.

Even in a recession, companies still hire

Article: Even in a recession, there are ways to not only get a job, but to secure the one you have.

Borrowers look for mortgage modification

Article: Homeowners who can't pay their mortgage can get a better deal from the lender. But it's a complex process.

The ABCs of higher education

Article: Bankrate's college guide provides answers to questions about campus life and funding the high cost of tuition.

'Lost' check will clear bank eventually

Article: A check credited to a payee's account eventually will be debited from the payor, says Dr. Don Taylor.

Interest Rate Roundup

Article: Here's a look at the state of interest rates on five common consumer banking products and the latest rates from Bankrate.com's weekly national survey of large banks and thrifts.

Will the Fed make a move?

Article: The Aug. 7 Federal Reserve meeting was a ho-hum affair. Tuesday's meeting will be anything but.

Safe & Sound ratings do change

Article: The Safe & Sound system tells you the soundness of your banking institution, says Dr. Don.

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Overnight Averages

Product	Rate	+/-	Last week
30 yr fixed	3.82%		3.73%
15 yr fixed	3.11%		3.03%
5/1 ARM	2.67%		2.68%

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Product	Rate	+/-	Last week
30K Home Equity Loan	5.74%		5.75%
30K HELOC	4.67%		4.67%
50K HELOC	4.25%		4.25%

View rates in your area:

Product	Rate	+/-	Last week
36 Mo Used Car	4.34%		4.35%
48 Mo Used Car	4.35%		4.35%
48 Mo New Car	3.24%		3.24%

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Product	Yield	+/-	Last week
6 Mo CD	0.46%		0.47%
1 Yr CD	0.70%		0.75%
5 Yr CD	1.47%		1.47%

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Product	Rate
Low Interest Cards	10.69%
Balance Transfer Cards	16.10%
All Variable	14.45%

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