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• Auto loan rates heading in reverse

  Bankrate.com’s economic report shows auto loan rates set for a big drop, says Greg McBride in Your Money Outlook.

  1 min read Jan 01, 1986

  

• Won’t spend, will save sir, yes, sir!

  The Army is a microcosm of society, where young people are not educated about money and are all too eager to spend. Some Army bases, led by Fort Hood, are trying to change that.

  4 min read Jan 01, 1986

  

• Gamble, or lock in now? See answer below

  Mortgage Rate Analysis: Fixed rates slip; now is the time to lock in as rates are as low as they’ll go this year.

  2 min read Jan 01, 1986

  

• Fed likely to let rates ride through the new year

  The Federal Reserve Board is not expected to make a move on interest rates at their meeting next week.

  1 min read Jan 01, 1986

  

• Smart mortgage moves after Fed cut

  Take advantage of the half-point rate cut by the Federal Reserve with these money moves.

  4 min read Jan 01, 1986

  

• A debit debate: Should debit cards offer same protections as credit cards?

  The White House, a U.S. Congressman and consumer groups are pushing for legislation that would beef up consumer protection when a debit card is lost or stolen.

  4 min read Jan 01, 1986

  

• G-SPAN: Channeling Alan Greenspan

  All-day coverage of Allan Greenspan on G-SPAN.

  2 min read Jan 01, 1986

  

• Best moves to make now: Savings

  In light of the most recent Fed action, here are the best moves to make with CDs.

  1 min read Jan 01, 1986