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  ‘The craziest thing I did to save money’

  Our savers include a cemetery dumpster-diver and a woman with a hot dog horror story.

  Jun 12, 2018
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  Leaving a legacy: Why everyone needs an estate plan

  Establishing an estate plan can help you prepare for the future and leave a legacy for the people you love.

  Jun 11, 2018
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  How to pay for home improvements

  It’s fun to imagine how you’ll use a new space in your home, but how will you pay for it?

  Jun 07, 2018
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  Jobs report shows US economy added 223K jobs in May

  See what happened with jobs, unemployment and average hourly earnings.

  Jun 01, 2018
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  Is a recession on the horizon? See what top economists say

  Analysts surveyed by Bankrate predict we’ll see an economic downturn sooner rather than later.

  May 30, 2018
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  Memorial Day weekend bursting with bargains for the military

  America shows its thanks with dining, shopping and entertainment deals.

  May 28, 2018
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  Debt Consolidation Loans

  If you find yourself deep in debt, the options for digging yourself out can seem overwhelming. It is easy to fall prey to debt solutions that can put you in an even worse position. Thankfully, for those [...]

  May 23, 2018
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  Half of Americans aren’t taking a summer vacation. Here’s why

  Our survey reveals the biggest hurdle preventing people from taking a summer getaway.

  May 23, 2018
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  8 big lottery winners whose money and luck ran out

  Each of these winners walked away with millions — but it seems their luck ended there.

  May 23, 2018
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  Retired seniors’ guide to downsizing

  Check out this guide for retired seniors with advice to consider when downsizing.

  May 23, 2018