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Prices rise and fall all the time in the U.S. economy. It’s not always inflation.
APYs on high-yield savings accounts remain competitive after Fed rate decision.
A new Bankrate analysis shows mothers earned 31 percent less in wages than fathers in 2023.
JPMorgan raises recession probability to 50%. Learn five practical steps to protect your savings before economic conditions worsen.
Bankrate’s experts are reacting live to the Fed’s latest interest rate decision.
The key benchmark has been as high as 20 percent — and as low as 0 percent.
Your secret financial weapon: A cash-flow cushion with one month of expenses.
Learn why it’s safe to keep your money in the bank during a recession.
Not all equity-tapping methods are created equal.
The Federal Reserve’s decisions have ripple effects, including for mortgages.
Mortgage rates retreat amid swings In markets
Bankrate’s Greg McBride and others weigh in on what to expect for mortgage rates in March 2025 and beyond.
Here’s a look at the largest group of homebuyers today.
While older homes might offer bargains in a time of acutely unaffordable housing, buying one isn’t necessarily an ideal solution.
If you hope to refinance in today’s turbulent market, here’s what to watch.
The pros expected foreclosures to return to pre-pandemic levels by now. What happened?
View current credit card rates based on Bankrate.com’s weekly national survey of large banks and thrifts.
Your credit card might not work in a foreign country. Here are some tips when traveling.
A credit card can be a good financial tool. When should you get one?
Venmo, the mobile payments app, offers a debit card with rewards for spending.
The major airlines offer frequent flyer programs, but some are better than others.
Regardless of the amount, spending beyond your credit limit is generally a bad idea.
Those who apply for a Southwest card for a limited time can earn a Companion Pass by meeting the welcome bonus requirement.
The program offers personalized tasks and monthly progress checks.
Stop the credit card debt cycle and find better ways to manage your finances.
Financial journeys are shaped by multiple goals and responsibilities.
With an 18 percent rate cap, credit unions are a great option for personal loans.
The Fed’s rate hold means loans costs are sticking. Here’s what it means for your business.
Auto rates will likely not decrease this year. Consider how to still save.
Improving college completion could reduce default rates, Mark Kantrowitz argues.
Now is a great time to assess whether you could be paying less.
Smaller business loans don’t always mean an easier time qualifying. Here’s why.
Gen Z and millennials’ outlook on life insurance after navigating financial turbulence
North Carolina teens will face higher car insurance rates for a longer period.
Don’t RSVP to unwanted liability.
Cryptocurrency isn’t backed by traditional banks. Can your personal insurance step in?
Weighing the cost benefit of bringing a car to college? Bankrate has the answers.
Safe drivers continue to see their rates creep up.
Insurance is one of the most regulated industries. Here’s what those rules mean for you.
Costlier construction materials will increase replacement costs for insurers.
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