Recession watch
Will the U.S. economy soon be in a recession? It's the trillion-dollar question that even experts don't know the answer to. Bankrate's latest survey of economists put the odds at 59%. Here's how to prepare for a potential downturn, and how one could impact you.
Recessions & your money
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Crypto during a recession: Here’s what to expect
Here’s what crypto experts say you should expect from digital assets if a recession is on the horizon.
4 min read Jun 02, 2023 -
Auto loan delinquency rates expected to return to normal
Delinquency rates are on the rise — but not dramatically so.
3 min read Jun 01, 2023 -
Mortgage rate forecast for June 2023: Don’t count on lower rates
Mortgage rates were supposed to start falling by now. Will they retreat in June?
3 min read Jun 01, 2023 -
14 ways to make extra money during a recession
With inflation making your bills even higher, here are a few ways to bring in cash.
8 min read May 30, 2023 -
Best investments during a recession
After stocks have fallen, investors are paying a lower price for the growth of those businesses.
7 min read May 25, 2023 -
4 investments to avoid during a recession
Avoiding certain investments during a recession can help minimize damages to your returns.
3 min read May 10, 2023 -
When will the Fed stop raising rates? The time could be coming soon
Fed Chair Jerome Powell said interest rates “may not be far off” from their peak.
7 min read May 10, 2023 -
Will the government default? Everything you need to know about the debt ceiling — and how it could impact you
Lawmakers have less than a month to raise or suspend the debt ceiling.
11 min read May 09, 2023 -
More than half of Americans say money negatively impacts their mental health, up sharply from a year ago
A new survey by Bankrate found money is often a major cause of stress for most Americans.
8 min read May 08, 2023 -
How to keep your money from losing purchasing power
Inflation can eat away at your purchasing power, if you’re not keeping up with it.
5 min read May 04, 2023
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