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  Historical CD interest rates: 1984-2025

  Take a look at the days when CDs were offering investors double-digit returns.

  4 min read Feb 03, 2025
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  The best dividend mutual funds

  The best dividend mutual funds are an attractive prospect for any investor, but especially for retirees.

  3 min read Feb 03, 2025
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  To do list before your auto policy renews this year

  Is your auto policy renewing soon? Here’s what you should have top of mind.

  4 min read Feb 03, 2025
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  How the Trump administration’s tariffs and deportations could affect the housing market

  The president’s promised tariffs and deportations could have devastating affects for housing.

  5 min read Feb 03, 2025
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  How to talk with your partner about money: Financial coaches and therapists weigh in

  Three experts share the best ways to start a money conversation with your partner.

  7 min read Feb 03, 2025
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  How to calculate your FIRE number

  Dreaming of early retirement? Learn how much money you’ll need.

  4 min read Feb 03, 2025
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  What is the Russell 2000 Index?

  Not quite sure what the Russell 2000 is? Here’s what you need to know about this popular stock-market index.

  4 min read Feb 03, 2025
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  Colorado is getting a FAIR Plan in 2025. Here’s what that means for homeowners

  Colorado’s FAIR Plan offers last-resort insurance. But at what cost?

  4 min read Feb 03, 2025
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  Upgrade vs. Upstart: Which offers better personal loans?

  Upgrade vs. Upstart: Which personal loan is better?

  3 min read Feb 03, 2025
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  How to spot auto loan fraud: 4 scams to watch out for

  Car loan scams are costly. Learn warning signs for top scams and how to avoid them.

  5 min read Feb 03, 2025
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  How to avoid auto loan fraud: 4 scams to watch for

  Don’t let scammers drive off with your money.

  5 min read Feb 03, 2025
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  The debt relief trick I learned when I stopped paying my credit card bill

  When my credit card debt was sold to collections, I didn’t know what to do. Luckily, the solution was so easy that it almost felt like a trick.

  6 min read Feb 03, 2025
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  What is Fannie Mae? All about America’s big mortgage market-maker

  Among other things, it makes your mortgage possible — and affordable.

  8 min read Feb 03, 2025
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  How to do a balance transfer with American Express

  Learn about balance transfers with Amex and what you need to initiate one.

  5 min read Feb 03, 2025
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  Trump tariffs rattle global markets: What investors should brace for

  Here are key likely impacts from Trump’s tariffs and why investors are right to worry.

  5 min read Feb 03, 2025
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  The true cost of an emergency loan in 2025

  Financing could add hundreds to the cost of an emergency, depending on the type.

  7 min read Feb 03, 2025
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  5 annuity mistakes you do not want to make

  Always ask questions until you fully understand all the annuity contract’s terms.

  4 min read Feb 03, 2025
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  Survey: Almost half of loan applicants have been denied over the past 12 months

  Rate cuts from the Fed usually help borrowers. They aren’t right now.

  9 min read Feb 03, 2025
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  Mortgage rate forecast February 2025

  Bankrate’s Greg McBride and others weigh in on what to expect for mortgage rates in January 2025 and beyond.

  3 min read Feb 01, 2025
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  Best short-term bond funds in February 2025

  Looking to earn a decent return with low risk? Consider these short-term bond funds.

  2 min read Feb 01, 2025