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HYSA vs. money market fund

How to choose between a high-yield savings account and a money market fund.

What is the S&P 500?

When people ask “how the market did today,” they’re often referring to the S&P 500. Here’s what you need to know about this stock index.

A guide to low-cost index funds

Here’s everything you need to know about low-cost index funds, including how they work and how to buy them.

Should you save or invest?

Explore the key differences between saving and investing.

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Is it time to sell Series I bonds?

Here’s what to consider if you’re thinking about investing in I bonds today.

4 min read Nov 01, 2023
New Series I bond rate rises to 5.27% – Is it a good time to buy?

The new rate applies to bonds issued between November 2023 and April 2024.

2 min read Nov 01, 2023
How to become a financial advisor

Interested in being a financial advisor? Here’s what you need to do.

4 min read Nov 01, 2023
What is opportunity cost?

Opportunity cost = the trade-off

5 min read Oct 24, 2023
What is a fiduciary bond?

Understanding fiduciary bonds: Purpose, cost and types.

4 min read Oct 17, 2023
What is an American depositary receipt (ADR)?

ADRs can help you with diversification.

3 min read Oct 16, 2023
What is growth investing?

This type of investing can have higher returns, but it’s often more volatile.

3 min read Oct 03, 2023
Ratings methodology for best financial advisors

How Bankrate chooses the best financial advisors

1 min read Aug 25, 2023
9 in 10 Gen Z investors were active due to inflation or interest rates: Why that’s bad news – and good

Increased buying activity may lead to higher long-term returns – if investors are doing it right.

5 min read Aug 21, 2023
What is EBITDA and how is it valuable?

EBITDA is used in a variety of ways by different stakeholders in a business.

3 min read Aug 17, 2023
What is a fund of funds?

This type of investment can help with portfolio diversification, but may come with a high fee.

3 min read Aug 08, 2023
What is the P/E ratio and how is it used?

Looking for undervalued stocks? Here’s how the P/E ratio can help.

3 min read Jul 31, 2023
6 popular investment strategies of fund managers

Every fund manager has an investment strategy. Here are some of the most popular.

5 min read Jul 20, 2023
Cash accounts vs. margin accounts: What’s the difference?

For the prudent investor, margin accounts can provide huge upside potential.

5 min read Jul 18, 2023
What are incentive stock options (ISOs)?

Learn more about this benefit.

3 min read Jul 05, 2023
5 high-yield alternatives to Series I bonds

With inflation seemingly on the downturn, the yield on Series I bonds is likely to fall over the near term.

4 min read Jun 06, 2023
Survey: Experts see 10-year Treasury yield below 4% over the next year

Bankrate survey of market experts predicts 10-year Treasury yield to reach 3.7% over the next year.

3 min read Apr 04, 2023
Survey: Here are the pros’ top investing ideas and how to handle the Fed’s actions

How should investors position their portfolios until the end of 2023?

5 min read Apr 04, 2023
Secure your savings and boost your returns: 5 ways to a better bank account

It’s the perfect time to double-check your accounts for safety and then look for higher yields.

5 min read Mar 23, 2023
ESG investing statistics 2023

ESG investing is one of the most popular investing trends right now, here’s what you need to know.

6 min read Jan 31, 2023

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