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  Why the coronavirus crisis could cause a double-dip recession — and how to prepare for one

  Some forecasts suggest a resurgence in coronavirus cases could tip the financial system over again. 

  7 min read Sep 10, 2020
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  What to do if you have no emergency savings

  If you’re running out of emergency funds, there are steps you can take to buy some time.

  3 min read Sep 10, 2020
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  Survey: Only 11% of U.S. homeowners will use loans to cover home improvement projects

  Despite high interest rates, most homeowners are using credit cards for renovations.

  4 min read Sep 09, 2020
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  Which presidential ticket will be better for your personal finances?

  A new Bankrate survey finds voters are split.

  8 min read Sep 09, 2020
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  How to add and remove authorized users on a Chase card

  A step-by-step guide to adding and removing authorized users on a Chase credit card

  4 min read Sep 09, 2020
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  Here’s how Americans say their finances have changed since Trump took office

  Plus, Americans are also split over which presidential ticket will be better for their wallet.

  5 min read Sep 08, 2020
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  Should I combine my mortgage and student loans?

  At first glance, just making one low monthly payment has its appeal.

  4 min read Sep 08, 2020
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  Earning Hilton Honors Points by dining out at restaurants

  Hilton Honors Dining is a great program for those who want to be rewarded for one of life’s simple pleasures—eating out at your favorite restaurant. Whether you’re looking for a fancy five-course [...]

  4 min read Sep 07, 2020
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  The state and local budget crisis is here — and your finances could take a big hit

  Accounting for nearly a tenth of the U.S. economy, cutbacks could weigh down the recovery.

  8 min read Sep 04, 2020
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  8 ways to help rescue the job market from coronavirus-driven unemployment crisis

  Ending the crisis depends largely on eradicating the virus and the economic problems it opened up.

  7 min read Sep 04, 2020
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  Coronavirus relief and stimulus plans: Here’s everything Washington has done (and proposed) so far

  From relief checks to unemployment insurance, here’s what could impact your wallet.

  9 min read Sep 04, 2020
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  How to pay your mortgage with a credit card

  Learn how to earn credit card rewards by paying off your mortgage.

  6 min read Sep 04, 2020
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  Ask Bankrate: Is now a good time to invest in physical gold?

  A reader asks whether now is the right time to invest in physical gold.

  5 min read Sep 04, 2020
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  Guide to Venmo for business

  If you’re thinking of setting up a Venmo business account, here’s what you need to know.

  3 min read Sep 04, 2020
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  Poll: Homeowners taking on upgrades during the pandemic

  A majority of homeowners have already completed at least $500 worth of home upgrades.

  4 min read Sep 02, 2020
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  How to make a zero-based budget and why

  Zero-based budgeting can take the stress out of your finances. Here’s how.

  4 min read Sep 01, 2020
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  Review of Bank of America Merchant Services

  If you’re looking for small business merchant services, you may want to consider established brands. There are more providers of merchant services than ever before, and if you’re already a Bank of [...]

  4 min read Sep 01, 2020
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  September will be a key month for COVID credit card promotions

  Amid the COVID-19 crisis, one of the silver linings in the credit card world has been the many “new normal” promotions that card issuers have rolled out. In June, our sister site CreditCards.com found 81 [...]

  3 min read Sep 01, 2020
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  How to get a cash advance with Capital One

  How Capital One cash advances work and what you should consider before you request one.

  5 min read Aug 28, 2020
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  Ask Bankrate: How can you protect investments from inflation?

  A reader asks: If inflation goes up, what is your advice to protect my investments?

  6 min read Aug 28, 2020