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  What is a deferred annuity?

  Despite its advantages, a deferred annuity has some clear drawbacks, some of which are substantial.

  6 min read Apr 29, 2025
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  Digital banking trends in 2025

  Digital banking makes it easy to access your personal finances from anywhere.

  10 min read Apr 29, 2025
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  How to open a checking account online

  Here’s how you can open a checking account online, in three steps.

  5 min read Apr 28, 2025
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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.

  5 min read Apr 28, 2025
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  Are annuities a good investment?

  Are annuities worth it? Learn their pros and cons and if they’re good investments.

  3 min read Apr 28, 2025
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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.

  5 min read Apr 28, 2025
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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.

  5 min read Apr 28, 2025
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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.

  7 min read Apr 28, 2025
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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.

  5 min read Apr 28, 2025
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  J.D. Power study: Customer satisfaction increasing at banks but more so at credit unions

  Customer satisfaction is up at banks and credit unions, but fees are still an issue.

  4 min read Apr 28, 2025
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  10 home renovations you can DIY on a budget, and how to pay for them

  If you go the DIY route, you can change the look of your home on a budget.

  5 min read Apr 28, 2025
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  What to do if you inherit a house with a mortgage

  First off, the mortgage still needs to be repaid — whatever your ultimate plans for the home.

  7 min read Apr 28, 2025
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  2025 Car ownership statistics

  Wondering what the stats are on car ownership in the U.S.? Bankrate examines.

  6 min read Apr 28, 2025
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  U.S. housing market: A nationwide overview

  High prices and steep mortgage rates are still making the housing market tough.

  6 min read Apr 28, 2025
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  HELOC and home equity loan requirements in 2025

  Want to borrow against your home’s value? Be ready to meet these criteria.

  9 min read Apr 28, 2025
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  Best Fidelity ETFs

  Here are some the best-performing Fidelity ETFs to consider adding to your portfolio.

  2 min read Apr 28, 2025
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  5 types of emergency loans and their uses

  If saving up isn’t possible, shop around for the emergency loan with the best rate.

  7 min read Apr 28, 2025
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  Out-of-pocket healthcare: Average costs and how to finance them

  Even with insurance, healthcare events can involve large out-of-pocket costs.

  8 min read Apr 28, 2025
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  Payday loan consolidation: What it is and how it works

  This strategy may help you pay off your debt over time and at a lower interest rate.

  6 min read Apr 28, 2025
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  Passbook loans: Paying to borrow your own money

  If you’re looking for a low-cost loan, ask your bank if it offers passbook loans.

  6 min read Apr 28, 2025