Recession watch

Will the U.S. economy soon be in a recession? It's the trillion-dollar question that even experts don't know the answer to. Bankrate's latest survey of economists put the odds at 59%. Here's how to prepare for a potential downturn, and how one could impact you.

Recessions & your money

Recessions and real estate

How might a recession affect the housing market? Find out what the experts think.

7 min read

How to protect retirement savings

Here are some tips to help make sure your retirement savings are protected in the event of a recession.

4 min read

Saving during a recession

Wondering what to do when it comes to saving during a recession? Here’s what the experts have to say.

5 min read

Financial guide for the unemployed

The once-booming labor market is starting to face some trouble.

10 min read

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5 best investments that hedge against inflation, and others to avoid

Here are five of the best inflation hedges to help protect your portfolio against inflation.

5 min read Jun 05, 2023
How to break the credit card debt cycle

Learn about five ways in which you can break out of the credit card debt cycle.

4 min read Jun 05, 2023
Crypto during a recession: Here’s what to expect

Here’s what crypto experts say you should expect from digital assets if a recession is on the horizon.

4 min read Jun 02, 2023
Auto loan delinquency rates expected to return to normal

Delinquency rates are on the rise — but not dramatically so.

3 min read Jun 01, 2023
Mortgage rate forecast for June 2023: Don’t count on lower rates

Mortgage rates were supposed to start falling by now. Will they retreat in June?

3 min read Jun 01, 2023
14 ways to make extra money during a recession

With inflation making your bills even higher, here are a few ways to bring in cash.

8 min read May 30, 2023
Mortgage forbearance: What is it and how does it work?

Answers to borrowers most common mortgage forbearance questions

4 min read May 25, 2023
Best investments during a recession

After stocks have fallen, investors are paying a lower price for the growth of those businesses.

7 min read May 25, 2023
7 ways to manage financial stress during trying times

Follow these tips to manage your finances and relieve some stress.

6 min read May 12, 2023
4 investments to avoid during a recession

Avoiding certain investments during a recession can help minimize damages to your returns.

3 min read May 10, 2023