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Should I buy an electric car? How to decide in 2024
EV sales are on the rise, but high upfront costs may be limiting.
5 min read Mar 12, 2024 -
HO-8 insurance
HO-8 insurance may be the best choice for your historic home.
7 min read Mar 12, 2024 -
Gap insurance in California: what you need to know
Bankrate has all the info on gap insurance for drivers in California.
6 min read Mar 12, 2024 -
Gap insurance in California: what you need to know
Bankrate has all the info on gap insurance for drivers in California.
6 min read Mar 12, 2024 -
What is Ginnie Mae?
You don’t interact with it. But it makes that affordable mortgage of yours possible.
6 min read Mar 12, 2024 -
California car insurance laws
Bankrate teaches you the ins and outs of California’s car insurance laws.
7 min read Mar 12, 2024 -
What is penalty APR and how do you avoid it?
Learn about penalty APRS and how to avoid them.
6 min read Mar 12, 2024 -
Why the Capital One Savor desperately needs an upgrade
The Capital One Savor needs a refresh to remain a foodie favorite. Here’s how it could level up.
6 min read Mar 11, 2024 -
Discover and Capital One: Top cards to consider
See our expert breakdown of the best card offerings from Discover and Capital One.
8 min read Mar 11, 2024 -
How much does it cost to paint a car? And can you save with DIY?
Investing in a quality paint job can be worth it.
4 min read Mar 11, 2024 -
America’s best value medical schools in 2024
We review the best medical schools based on cost and quality education.
7 min read Mar 11, 2024 -
Mortgage accelerator loan: What is it and how does it work?
Though there’s buzz around mortgage accelerator loans, they aren’t for everyone.
3 min read Mar 11, 2024 -
Delaware PIP insurance: what it is and how it works
PIP is required in Delaware, but do you know how this important coverage works?
7 min read Mar 11, 2024 -
Younger homeowners more likely to have used retirement savings for a down payment — should you?
Is it worth using retirement savings to fund a down payment on a home?
5 min read Mar 11, 2024 -
What is a mortgagee clause?
It’s often mandatory if you’re buying a home with a mortgage.
6 min read Mar 11, 2024 -
Auto loan refinance tips: Avoid wasting time and money
Follow our tips for refinancing a car to help you avoid potentially pricey mistakes.
3 min read Mar 11, 2024 -
Guaranteed issue life insurance
Bankrate explains how guaranteed life insurance offers coverage without exams.
6 min read Mar 11, 2024 -
Top 9 reasons to make 401(k) catch-up contributions
Here’s how catch-up contributions work and how they can help you build a better retirement.
3 min read Mar 11, 2024 -
What is a covered call options strategy?
A covered call is a lower-risk option strategy and it’s even suitable for beginning options investors.
6 min read Mar 11, 2024
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