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A guide to airline companion passes
Airline companion passes vary, but they can all save you money.
9 min read Jan 14, 2026 -
Bankrate’s Interest Rate Forecast for 2026: See what’s next for mortgage rates, credit card rates, auto loans and more
Rates could soon be within range of their pre-pandemic peaks. There’s a catch.
11 min read Jan 06, 2026 -
With homes out of reach, renters are re-defining the American Dream
Rising home prices shift the American Dream as renters seek freedom and flexibility.
5 min read Dec 08, 2025 -
Divorce season is almost here. Experts wish you knew more about the process
Holiday stress and New Year reflection fuel a rise in divorce filings each January.
7 min read Dec 05, 2025 -
How to upgrade credit cards with the same issuer
There are several benefits to upgrading your card with your current issuer.
4 min read Dec 03, 2025 -
Laid off with a monthly mortgage payment. How do you manage?
A cooling job market is leaving some homeowners without steady income. Learn how to continue paying your mortgage.
4 min read Nov 20, 2025 -
For young people in debt, bankruptcy seems like a get out of jail free card. Is it?
Bankruptcy is gaining popularity among younger generations. Here are some considerations before filing.
5 min read Nov 12, 2025 -
This single mom of 3 uses SNAP to feed her family. Now, she’s caught in a political tug-of-war
The government shutdown has led to food insecurity for SNAP recipients.
3 min read Nov 10, 2025 -
These financial planners have a message for women: You’re in charge
From investing to advocating for better pay, these financial planners share the strategies that can help women build lasting wealth.
6 min read Nov 05, 2025 -
Corporate America wasn’t cutting it for these women, so they rewrote the rules
Meet the women who left corporate life to redefine success on their own terms.
6 min read Nov 05, 2025