Can a business charge for using a credit card?
Businesses tend to cover merchant fees, but other times consumers eat the cost.
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Jan 30, 2025
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Are home equity loans tax-deductible?
The loan interest is — but only if you meet certain criteria.
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Best marketplaces to sell things online and make money
Your closet could be a treasure trove for making extra cash.
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Does a HELOC affect your credit score?
You bet — in ways both good and bad. Here’s how to judge its impact.
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Investing in precious metals with a self-directed IRA: A beginner’s guide
Adding precious metals to your IRA can offer more diversification.
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2025 jumbo loan limits by state
Jumbo mortgages are those with loan sizes above the maximum that is subject to guarantee by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
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Should you buy a second home?
Is owning a second home a ton of work or a ton of fun?
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Gainbridge annuity review: Company overview and annuity offerings
Gainbridge often offers competitive interest rates on its annuities.
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How our experts’ credit scores changed with credit card consolidation loans
How two Bankrate experts used credit card consolidation loans — and what changed.
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What are mortgage-backed securities?
Your humble home loan may be part of an asset that keeps mortgage money flowing.
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How to maximize Citi ThankYou Points with the Citi Double Cash
Should you use your cash back as Citi ThankYou points?
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The best regional banks of 2025
Many of these banks offer low-fee accounts and higher yields than some of the biggest banks.
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Which CD term is best in a lower rate environment?
Find out which CD term is best for your financial goals in a lower rate environment.
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Do’s and don’ts of saving during a recession
Wondering what to do when it comes to saving during a recession? Here’s what the experts have to say.
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Fed pauses interest rate cuts despite Trump’s call to lower rates ‘immediately’
Interest rates are not coming down as quickly as they surged.
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What happens when a bank is liquidated?
Watch for these money headaches if your bank fails and no other bank takes over.
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How to Choose a Bank Aligned with Your Values: A Comprehensive Guide
There are banks aligned with political values, faith and causes. Here’s how to choose.
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How the Federal Reserve impacts savings account interest rates
For savers, here’s what to consider when the Fed lowers interest rates.
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Are CDs safe?
All CDs have one thing in common: They’re among the safest places to park your cash.
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My credit score is stuck in the 600s. How do I rebuild my credit faster?
Rebuilding credit takes time — but there are steps you can take to do it faster.
4 min read Jan 29, 2025
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