Personal Finance
Use Bankrate's advice and tools to help make all of your personal finance decisions.
Latest Articles
-
Data you may lose when switching phones
Switching smartphone platforms? Take care not to lose pictures and other data.
4 min read Nov 20, 2014 -
5 areas where you can cut expenses today
High prices and a sluggish economy are squeezing families. Here are five fast cost-cutters.
7 min read Nov 18, 2014 -
Dad co-signs car loan and it haunts him
A lender goes after Dad to pay off his daughter’s 12-year-old auto loan. What’s a dad to do?
2 min read Nov 12, 2014 -
Money-saving secrets of the frugal rich
The wealthy pinch a few pennies to make their dollars go further. Find out how.
3 min read Oct 22, 2014 -
Should you give your kid a smartphone?
Deciding when a child is ready for a smartphone can be tricky. Here are some tips.
4 min read Oct 09, 2014 -
When does credit card debt fall off report?
It’ll take a while for unpaid collections accounts to stop affecting your credit score.
2 min read Sep 17, 2014 -
Is wearable technology worth buying yet?
‘Wearables’ may be the wave of the future, but are they worth paying for in the present?
4 min read Sep 04, 2014 -
Heavy-duty phone cases worth the cost?
You can pay over $100 for an "indestructible" phone case, but is that money well spent?
4 min read Sep 02, 2014 -
Stop paying bills before filing bankruptcy?
You can stop paying some bills before filing bankruptcy, but it might mean more headaches.
2 min read Aug 19, 2014 -
Should you buy a smart toilet seat?
These smart toilets not only hygienically wash and dry your bottom; they entertain you.
3 min read Jul 30, 2014