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  12 types of CDs: Which one is best for you?

  CDs come in many varieties, making it easy to find one that meets your needs.

  8 min read Mar 12, 2025
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  2024 and 2025 tax brackets and current federal income tax rates

  Find your income tax bracket and learn how to calculate your marginal tax rate and effective tax rate.

  8 min read Mar 12, 2025
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  How to accept credit card payments as a business

  Should your small business accept credit cards? The benefits likely outweigh the fees.

  12 min read Mar 12, 2025
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  Why I love the Hilton Honors American Express Card

  Earn bonus points at Hilton properties with this no-annual-fee Hilton credit card.

  5 min read Mar 12, 2025
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  The history of FDIC insurance limits: What to know

  Here’s a look at every time the FDIC has increased its deposits insurance limits.

  3 min read Mar 12, 2025
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  HELOCs drop to two-year lows, near 8%, and home equity loans fall too

  This is the week that was in home equity lending.

  3 min read Mar 12, 2025
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  How to get a personal loan with low interest rates

  Here’s how to qualify for a low interest personal loan.

  5 min read Mar 12, 2025
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  What is an unsecured loan?

  These loans don’t require collateral and typically charge higher interest rates.

  6 min read Mar 12, 2025
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  What is the APR on a personal loan?

  An APR is a snapshot of how much your personal loan will cost each year.

  4 min read Mar 12, 2025
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  What is a low-interest personal loan?

  You’ll need excellent credit and good finances to qualify.

  3 min read Mar 12, 2025
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  Mortgage rates tick up, still well below 7%

  Mortgage rates retreated this week as the Federal Reserve opted not to cut rates.

  2 min read Mar 12, 2025
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  Warren Buffett’s 90/10 portfolio: Does this strategy still make sense in 2025?

  Looking for a low-cost, simple portfolio? Warren Buffett’s 90/10 guideline may be a fit.

  4 min read Mar 12, 2025
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  What is the average personal loan interest rate?

  Personal loan interest rates today are unusually high, thanks to market forces.

  4 min read Mar 12, 2025
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  5 credit card mistakes to avoid on your international spring break trip

  Check out 5 tips for avoiding credit card mistakes during international travel.

  4 min read Mar 12, 2025
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  Ex-CFPB ombudsman’s message to federal student loan borrowers: ‘Demand’ what you’re ‘legally entitled to’

  ‘Demand’ what you’re ‘legally entitled to’: Advice from the former CFPB ombudsman.

  6 min read Mar 12, 2025
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  Here’s everything savers need to know about APY

  The APY percentage shows how much an account earns per year. Here’s what you need to know.

  4 min read Mar 12, 2025
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  How to get a mortgage for a vacation home

  It can be fun, but can you afford it?

  5 min read Mar 12, 2025
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  What are usury laws and maximum interest rates?

  Usury laws vary by state and have many exceptions, especially when it comes to credit cards.

  4 min read Mar 12, 2025
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  Types of mortgage refinance: How to choose

  There are many mortgage refinance options, and more than one might suit your needs. Here’s how to choose the best one.

  6 min read Mar 12, 2025
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  5 top mistakes to avoid during a market sell-off

  Steer clear of these common investing pitfalls when markets are falling.

  4 min read Mar 12, 2025