What to do if you can’t open a bank account
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Apr 02, 2024
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What is offshore banking?
Learn the advantages and disadvantages of offshore banking and whether or not the risks are worth the potential benefits.
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Average closing costs on a house in 2024
Which states have the highest and lowest average closing costs?
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Term deposit vs. call deposit: What’s the difference?
Liquidity will be a big factor in choosing between term deposits and call deposits.
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5 common types of bank account fraud and how to protect yourself
Being scammed can have devastating effects on your financial life.
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How promotional (bonus) CD rates work
These CD specials help you earn more money on interest without taking on risk.
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Car depreciation: What it is and how it works
Depreciation can reduce your car’s value by between 10 and 15 percent each year.
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3 reasons to switch to an online bank
Competitive rates, fewer fees, and convenience are all reasons to consider online banking.
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How to save $10,000 in a year
Here’s a guide to saving $10,000 in one year to make yourself more financially secure.
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Best credit cards for airport lounge access
Find out the best travel credit cards for airport lounge access.
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Is it safe to link bank accounts?
Linking bank accounts is a way to make it easier to transact between the two.
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7 things to do if you lose your wallet
Losing your wallet can be reduced to a minor inconvenience if you know what to do.
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What is a jumbo loan and when do you need one?
As the name implies, it’s a loan for a lot more money. But it has higher requirements too.
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What is an excellent credit score?
You can maintain good credit by practicing responsible financial habits, such as making on-time payments, but it takes some credit card savvy to lift your credit score from good to excellent.
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How to get car insurance
Bankrate shares all the steps you need to know to get the best car insurance.
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Actual cash value
What is actual cash value home insurance? Bankrate explains.
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Worried about mobile banking security? Follow these best practices
Not all mobile banking apps are as secure as they could be. Here’s how to stay safe.
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Banks that refinance student loans
You may get extra discounts by refinancing student loans with a bank.
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Why is college so expensive?
College costs are rising nationwide. Here are the contributing factors.
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How to make a zero-based budget
Zero-based budgeting can take the stress out of your finances. Here’s how.
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