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Consumer advocates question Congress’ Dodd-Frank reforms
Congress is looking to change parts of the post-crisis financial reform legislation. Consumer advocates are not impressed.
4 min read Dec 16, 2022 -
5 financial moves DREAMers should make now
DACA immigration protections are coming to an end. Here’s how to mind your money.
7 min read Jul 23, 2018 -
Want to fix your finances? Compare how you spend with others
One of the best tools to change financial behaviors is to compare how you spend with others.
5 min read Jan 29, 2021 -
Libor is rising with other interest rates. Here’s what it means for you
Although it’s being phased out, Libor is very much relevant to borrowers and investors.
2 min read Dec 08, 2021 -
How trended credit data can help you get a mortgage
Find out how this enhanced credit information could help you get access to a home loan.
3 min read Apr 02, 2018 -
Top economists: Expect the economy to heat up further this year
Economists surveyed by Bankrate tell what’s ahead for interest rates, wages and more.
3 min read Feb 25, 2020 -
How to teach your kids good financial habits
Getting your kids to adopt good financial habits doesn’t have to be a chore.
4 min read Nov 19, 2020 -
Top 10 Causes of Debt
These top 10 causes of debt are putting — and keeping — many Americans in the red.
3 min read Feb 15, 2024 -
Should you let the bank pay your bills?
Still visiting multiple websites every month to pay bills? Let the bank handle that.
4 min read Jun 04, 2021 -
5 investments that are better than bitcoin
Want to invest in cryptocurrency? Check out these alternatives instead.
4 min read Sep 21, 2022