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Telematics impact insurance rates and driver behavior — California’s missing out.
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Many states offer sales tax holidays, during which they waive sales tax on clothes, computers, school supplies and more.
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Here are the best ETF strategies for beginners, including top ETFs.
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Benét Wilson lost her previous job unexpectedly last May. Wilson, my colleague and a lead credit cards writer for Bankrate, said she wasn’t too worried about her financial situation at first. She had [...]
This is the week that was for home equity rates.
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Mortgage rates dip as inflation sticks around
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Existing-home sales are sliding amid record-high prices.
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A unique lender may be able to help if you’ve defaulted on your student loans.
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Despite political pressure, the Fed is expected to maintain interest rates.
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Businesses may now be starting to pass along higher costs from tariffs to consumers.
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Prices rise and fall all the time in the U.S. economy. It’s not always inflation.
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Tariff concerns will likely cause the Fed to hold rates steady at its July meeting.
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Many women feel financial success is out of reach in today’s economy — but it doesn’t have to be.
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Top savings APYs remain above 4%, with plenty of account options to choose from.
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A slowdown may already be underway in the once formidable U.S. job market.
Currently, you can lock in annual percentage yields (APYs) on certificates of deposit (CDs) above 4 percent on many nationally available CDs, while a select few financial institutions offer promotional [...]
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Mortgage rates dip as inflation sticks around
Many programs are available to help homebuyers save enough for a down payment.
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Mortgage rates rise as inflation sticks around
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More than half of U.S. homeowners say there’s no mortgage rate that would make them comfortable with selling their home this year.
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Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac can now use a new credit-score metric, VantageScore 4.0.
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Submitting a mortgage application can lead some consumers to receive harassing phone calls from lenders — but new legislation may reign them in.
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It could take time for the effects of the new tax law to reach the housing market, and mortgage rates.
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Mortgage payments have been rising for decades.
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View current credit card rates based on Bankrate.com’s weekly national survey of large banks and thrifts.
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Your credit card might not work in a foreign country. Here are some tips when traveling.
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A credit card can be a good financial tool. When should you get one?
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The major airlines offer frequent flyer programs, but some are better than others.
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Regardless of the amount, spending beyond your credit limit is generally a bad idea.
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Those who apply for a Southwest card for a limited time can earn a Companion Pass by meeting the welcome bonus requirement.
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The program offers personalized tasks and monthly progress checks.
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Discover offers a broad range of credit cards that let you rack up rewards for cash back, travel and more.
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A unique lender may be able to help if you’ve defaulted on your student loans.
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Support is healthiest when offered from a place of capacity, not obligation.
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AI is the engine behind the modern financing experience at dealerships.
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Federal student loans are still your first stop for funding college, but some private lenders now offer similar perks.
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LendingClub customers can receive two percent of their on-time loan payment in cash back.
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Interest accrual resumes Aug. 8 for SAVE plan enrollees.
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The Big, Beautiful Bill’s student loan repayment provisions are groundbreaking.
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Answering the top queries for loan applicants with weighty financial concerns.
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Telematics impact insurance rates and driver behavior — California’s missing out.
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Learn why Texas homeowners are facing high rates and difficulty obtaining insurance.
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As natural disasters become costlier, home insurance may be key to financial stability.
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Bankrate explains how CA, NC, UT and VA car insurance laws are changing in 2025.
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Agents and adjusters handle different parts of the insurance policy lifecycle.
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Bankrate explores interesting life insurance facts and statistics from 2024.
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An adjuster’s opinion of preferred vendor programs.
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Some insurance companies are removing the right to appraisal from policies.
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