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If you’re looking at HE loans or have a variable-rate line of credit, pay attention to the Fed.

The Federal Reserve’s decisions have ripple effects, including for mortgages.

Mortgage rates drop in hopes of a Fed rate cut

This is the week that was for home equity rates.

The Federal Reserve just lowered interest rates for the first time in four years.

For savers, here’s what to consider when the Fed lowers interest rates.

Rate cuts usually help your budget. This time, the impact may be barely noticeable.

If you want to trim your 2025 tax bill, now is the time to take steps to reduce your taxable income.

For savers, here’s what to consider when the Fed lowers interest rates.

Rate cuts usually help your budget. This time, the impact may be barely noticeable.

Get ahead of your savings by raising your rate by an amount you prefer. Here’s how.

Compare the best high-yield savings rates as of September 16, 2025.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau — a main line of defense against unfair banking practices — has been dramatically scaled back under the Trump administration. In May 2025, Congress overturned [...]

Every financial decision you make is impacted by the Federal Reserve.

Check out Bankrate’s savings picks to help you start off on a long financial future.

As the Fed is cutting interest rates, consider these certificates of deposit (CDs)

The Federal Reserve’s decisions have ripple effects, including for mortgages.

Mortgage rates drop in hopes of a Fed rate cut

In today’s volatile rate environment, waiting a few weeks to apply for a mortgage cost save — or cost — you hundreds.

Three mortgage rate scenarios to watch following a likely Fed rate cut

Mortgage rates drop in hopes of a Fed rate cut

The August jobs slowdown sets the stage for a Fed cut and brought mortgage rates to their lowest levels of the year.

With a big Federal Reserve decision on the horizon, does it make sense to refinance your mortgage now, or wait?

Bankrate analysts and others weigh in on what to expect for mortgage rates in 2025 and beyond.

View current credit card rates based on Bankrate.com’s weekly national survey of large banks and thrifts.

Here’s how to get more out of your credit card while traveling.

Your credit card might not work in a foreign country. Here are some tips when traveling.

A credit card can be a good financial tool. When should you get one?

Regardless of the amount, spending beyond your credit limit is generally a bad idea.

Those who apply for a Southwest card for a limited time can earn a Companion Pass by meeting the welcome bonus requirement.

The program offers personalized tasks and monthly progress checks.

American credit card balances rose to $1.13 trillion in the last quarter of 2023

The Federal Reserve just lowered interest rates for the first time in four years.

Since you likely didn’t have a federal student loan payment due for about five years, it’s understandable that your on-ramp to repayment might not have been a straight shot. You’d even be forgiven [...]

These college towns offer the most value for your education budget.

By all counts, the past month hasn’t been kind to small business owners.

When I was learning to play the piano, I had to endure the agony of music theory books — they were tedious but necessary lessons that helped me understand how to read and play music. Similarly, financial [...]

In some cases, BNPL may be a safer bet financially than a personal loan.

Recent changes in immigration enforcement efforts are impacting small-business customer bases and workforce.

Due to high rates of student loan delinquency, nearly 60 percent of America’s HBCUs could lose access to federal aid.

Extreme weather puts more than a quarter of all U.S. homes at risk.

Experts say that 2024 saw record insurance shopping, even among loyal customers.

Could you be overpaying for insurance? Maybe! Here’s what to do about it.

Could you pay your deductible if you had an insurance claim?

These deductibles are calculated as a percentage of your coverage limit.

Insurance companies may be taking advantage of states with limited regulation.

Bankrate explores what dorm insurance is and if your student needs it.

Has inflation left you underinsured? Bankrate investigates.