Bitcoin’s price history: From its 2009 launch to its 2025 heights
Here’s how Bitcoin has risen and fallen over time and some of the trends driving those moves.
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Best Vanguard ETFs
Bankrate examined Vanguard’s full lineup of ETFs and created a list of their top funds.
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The auto loan market is in for a rollercoaster ride. We asked 3 industry experts about the ups and downs to come.
Three auto finance experts discuss the uncertain present and future of the market.
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Case-Shiller Index: Home prices keep pushing higher, but they’re cooling a bit
Newest index shows home prices keep pushing ever higher.
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How to get debt relief
The form of debt relief you’re looking for will affect where you can get it.
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0% APR car deals: Are they worth it?
Zero-APR car deals have their pros and cons.
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How Much Americans Are Losing by Keeping Money in Low-Yield Accounts
Big banks pay just 0.01% APY while online banks offer 4.4%. Your $10,000 could earn $897 more over two years. Learn how to switch without changing banks.
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Guide to HomeReady mortgages
It can be a route to homeownership for those with lower incomes.
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How to negotiate car price for the best deal
Negotiating can be intimidating. Follow these steps to haggle with confidence.
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Mortgage lenders vs. banks: Which is best for you?
It depends on your personal situation, goals and preferences.
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7 tips to help dig your way out of debt
If you’re tired of being hounded by creditors, here’s a plan to help you break free.
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What is a deferred annuity?
Despite its advantages, a deferred annuity has some clear drawbacks, some of which are substantial.
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Digital banking trends in 2025
Digital banking makes it easy to access your personal finances from anywhere.
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How to open a checking account online
Here’s how you can open a checking account online, in three steps.
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Paying off graduate student loans: 6 expert strategies
Combine a few methods to get the most value out of your student loan payments.
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Are annuities a good investment?
Are annuities worth it? Learn their pros and cons and if they’re good investments.
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How to get a $50,000 personal loan: Try these lenders
Learn how to get a $50,000 personal loan, including lenders that offer this amount and tips for getting approved.
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What is an immediate annuity? Here’s how they work
Immediate annuities tend to be the simplest and most straightforward type of annuity.
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Taxes on traditional and Roth IRA and 401(k) withdrawals: What you should know
Retirement accounts such as Roth and traditional IRAs and 401(k)s are a great way to save, but mind the tax rules on withdrawals.
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Where to find an $80,000 personal loan: Top lenders
Compare top lenders and calculate long-term costs of $80,000 personal loans.
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