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  6 tips to set (and hit) your savings goals

  If you’re looking to become a better saver, here are some tips for setting savings goals.

  6 min read Jan 24, 2025
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  The best credit unions of 2025

  These credit unions offer great rates and top-notch features — and many make it easy to join.

  9 min read Jan 24, 2025
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  60-day rollover rule: What retirement investors need to know

  Here’s how to safely navigate the indirect rollover rule and what to watch out for.

  5 min read Jan 24, 2025
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  What is a precomputed interest car loan?

  Precomputed interest is front-loaded at the beginning of the loan.

  5 min read Jan 24, 2025
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  Home equity hazards: The risks of tapping your property’s value

  It can be a smart move, but don’t get trapped by surprise terms.

  12 min read Jan 24, 2025
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  2025 U.S. wildfire statistics

  Wildfires have increased in size and frequency in recent years. Explore the statistics.

  8 min read Jan 24, 2025
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  HELOCs replace cash-out refinancing for equity-rich homeowners

  Cash-out refis are out, and home equity lines of credit are in.

  2 min read Jan 24, 2025
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  VA home loan requirements for 2025

  VA home loans come with generous terms. But don’t assume the lender is giving you a free pass.

  4 min read Jan 24, 2025
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  These 3 AI stocks soared in 2024. Is it too late to invest?

  Investors may be wondering if it’s too late to get in on these AI stocks.

  3 min read Jan 24, 2025
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  Trump signs crypto executive order: What investors need to know

  President Trump just signed an executive order designed to promote U.S. leadership in digital assets and financial technology.

  2 min read Jan 24, 2025
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  How to buy life insurance in 8 steps

  Bankrate shows you how to buy a life insurance policy in just a few steps.

  12 min read Jan 24, 2025
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  5 questions you need to ask before buying an annuity

  Annuities are complex. That’s why it’s important to ask the right questions.

  5 min read Jan 24, 2025
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  7 best ways to invest in yourself

  Want to earn more? Here’s how you can invest in yourself to increase your value.

  4 min read Jan 24, 2025
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  Existing-home sales end 2024 on the rise

  The end of 2024 saw a bump in existing-home sales.

  3 min read Jan 24, 2025
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  Best mortgage lenders with no origination fee in 2025

  Here are some of the best no-fee mortgage lenders in 2024.

  3 min read Jan 24, 2025
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  Chase tool helps you avoid getting burned by recurring charges

  Chase’s Stored Cards feature can help you track where your money is going.

  5 min read Jan 24, 2025
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  Went into credit card debt for the holidays? 5 steps to take now

  Here’s how you can remedy your financial hangover after the holiday season.

  4 min read Jan 23, 2025
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  How to start investing in 2025

  Forget about getting rich quick: Start investing now and you’ll get richer, later.

  9 min read Jan 23, 2025
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  With rising construction costs, your home insurance could fall short — here’s how

  It’s more expensive now to rebuild your home — which could leave you underinsured.

  5 min read Jan 23, 2025
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  Investing order of operations: Where should I invest next?

  It’s not about doing everything at once — it’s about knowing what to prioritize and when.

  8 min read Jan 23, 2025