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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HOA fees: Everything you need to know
Understand the costs of being in an HOA before you buy your home.
8 min read Mar 22, 2024 -
Fed leaves interest rates unchanged, sees borrowing costs staying higher for longer
The higher rates rise, the more Fed watchers wonder: Is the Fed about done?
9 min read Sep 21, 2023 -
Americans’ expenses are rising faster than their paychecks
High inflation and interest rates are leading many Americans to rely on credit.
3 min read Sep 14, 2023 -
10 ways to save $100 more each month
If you’re struggling to save money right now, you’re not alone. Here’s how a few easy changes can help.
6 min read Sep 07, 2023 -
Wages are finally rising faster than inflation. Will Americans ever feel like it?
Americans still have a ways to go to fully recover their purchasing power.
11 min read Feb 26, 2024 -
In a one-two punch for buyers, home prices rise as mortgage rates soar
Home prices keep trending down, but buyers still can’t afford them.
3 min read Aug 23, 2023 -
Is student loan debt a national crisis? 48% of borrowers say so
Half of current borrowers are also calling student loan debt a national crisis.
17 min read Aug 16, 2023 -
U.S. debt downgrade means mortgages just got more expensive
The downgrade of U.S. debt created one more reason for mortgage rates to stay at a peak.
4 min read Aug 03, 2023 -
How to grocery shop during a recession
What to buy, when to shop and how to earn rewards on groceries
3 min read Apr 23, 2024 -
Fed hikes interest rates to 22-year high, keeps more increases on the table
The real question is: What will the Fed’s next moves be?
8 min read Aug 29, 2023
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