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Marcos Cabello, J.D.

Former Writer, Banking
  • 5
    Years of Experience
Ribbon Icon EXPERTISE
  • Economic policy
  • Consumer banking
  • Savings accounts
  • Public policy
  • Federal Reserve news
Education Icon EDUCATION
  • Juris Doctor, Boston University
  • Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts, Criminology and Philosophy. Minor in Psychology, Florida State University

Marcos Cabello is a former financial journalist with five years of experience translating complex money matters into clear, actionable insights for readers. His reporting has been featured on CNET, NextAdvisor, and the Academic Times, where he has covered the full spectrum of personal finance topics—from insurance and investing to emerging trends like cryptocurrency. Marcos has developed a strong track record for explaining Federal Reserve policy decisions and their real-world impact in ways that empower individuals to make informed choices.

Before joining Bankrate, Marcos attended law school, where he honed his analytical skills before returning to his first passion: storytelling. His work blends legal precision with an accessible writing style, helping readers navigate financial decisions with confidence.

When he’s not behind the keyboard, Marcos can often be found playing video games, practicing magic tricks, publishing videos on TikTok and Instagram or diving into creative writing projects.

Marcos beyond Bankrate

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How Video Games Instill Financial Literacy

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Here’s how you can earn thousands by moving to a new town

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How 2 Families Are Navigating Financial Uncertainty

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Saving money in today’s economy isn’t easy — especially if you’re just starting out. But with a plan, a strong savings account and steady contributions, you can start building your nest egg little by little.

— Marcos Cabello, J.D.

Marcos's Picks

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The 10 largest credit unions in the US

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How to join a credit union: Here’s what to do to become a member

Here’s what you need to do to become a credit union member.

Marcos's latest articles

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    PNC Bank offers a variety of CD terms. While you can earn higher rates for a higher balance, you can still find higher yields elsewhere.

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    PNC offers several checking accounts with different features. Here's everything you need to know about their minimum balances, fees and perks.

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  • Wells Fargo Savings Account Interest Rates

    Wells Fargo offers customers savings account options for different stages of their lives. Overall, the yields offered by the big bank leave something to be desired. You can find much higher APYs elsewhere.

    2 min read Mar 05, 2026

  • Truist Bank CD Rates

    Truist Bank, the financial-services giant born out of the merger of SunTrust and BB&T, offers two CDs with competitive yields.

    3 min read Mar 05, 2026

  • Wells Fargo CD Interest Rates

    Wells Fargo offers special and standard rate CDs. The special rates require you to deposit at least $5,000. The standard rates require you to deposit $2,500. You can also earn bonus rates on these CDs if you link a Wells Fargo Prime Checking or Portfolio Account.

    2 min read Mar 05, 2026

  • Bank of America Checking Accounts

    If you’re looking to open a checking account with a large branch network, Bank of America has a handful of options.

    6 min read Mar 04, 2026