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Here’s who will benefit the most from the $59 trillion ‘Great Wealth Transfer’
When baby boomers start passing away, what will happen to their assets?
4 min read Sep 25, 2018 -
Avoid these 3 mistakes when consolidating your debt
Consolidation can be a useful tool to overcome your debt — but beware of these pitfalls.
4 min read Sep 13, 2018 -
Adding it up: Here’s how much Americans spend on financial vices
Bankrate’s survey finds many people are falling victim to common spending traps.
5 min read Sep 12, 2018 -
Jobs report shows US economy added 201K jobs in August
See what happened with jobs, unemployment and average hourly earnings.
2 min read Sep 07, 2018 -
Economists survey: Experts wary ‘leaner economic times’ lie ahead
Bankrate’s survey of top financial experts suggests the economy can’t get much better than this.
3 min read Sep 04, 2018 -
What not to buy in September
If you want the best prices, steer clear of this stuff for a while.
2 min read Sep 04, 2018 -
Women feel financial stress more — and it’s because they’re becoming major players at home and work
The shifting relationship between women and money brings unique financial stress.
4 min read Aug 26, 2018 -
How much does it cost to have a baby?
Having a baby is one of the most memorable experiences in life — but be sure to prepare for the price tag.
4 min read Aug 24, 2018 -
This is the No. 1 reason Americans are losing sleep
Our survey reveals what causes people to toss and turn at night.
4 min read Aug 16, 2018 -
Experts weigh in: Here’s when you should reach key financial milestones
Ten financial pros share their views on when to buy a home and more.
5 min read Aug 14, 2018