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Why I love the Chase Sapphire Reserve

The Chase Sapphire Reserve card offers perks on travel and the opportunity to earn flexible rewards.

4 min read Dec 20, 2023
Debt dominates the 2023 credit cards year in review

Americans are dealing with record-high credit card balances as 2023 comes to a close.

5 min read Dec 20, 2023
Why I love the Amex Business Gold Card

The Amex Business Gold Card offers flexible rewards and great redemptions. Here’s why I love it.

4 min read Dec 19, 2023
Fair market value: What it is, how it’s calculated

Real estate agents use fair market value to help determine pricing.

6 min read Dec 19, 2023
Greg McBride’s 2023 financial checklist: 15 tasks to complete by the end of the year

Before the end of the year comes, try these tips to meet your financial goals.

10 min read Dec 19, 2023
Take the 52-week money challenge: What it is and how to do it

Use this challenge to stash more cash toward your savings goals.

4 min read Dec 19, 2023
What is a bounced check and how do you avoid it?

A bounced check is something that should be avoided. Here’s what you need to know.

5 min read Dec 19, 2023
What is a certified check? Definition, uses and cost

Learn the key characteristics of certified checks and how they differ from other types of payments.

3 min read Dec 19, 2023
Blacklisted by ChexSystems? Here’s what it is and what to do

Here’s everything you need to know about the specialty consumer reporting agency.

4 min read Dec 19, 2023
How to clear up your ChexSystems report

Whether it’s a mistake made by the bank or you, here’s what you need to know.

4 min read Dec 19, 2023
Budgeting for 2024? Set aside extra money for car insurance

Will your auto policy increase in 2024? Bankrate forecasts rates for the new year.

7 min read Dec 19, 2023
Survey: Investment experts see 10-year Treasury yield falling over the next year

Investment analysts expect yields to fall over the coming year.

3 min read Dec 19, 2023
Survey: Here’s how experts see Fed policy hitting stocks in 2024

With the market led by a few names, it looks like stocks could be topping out.

5 min read Dec 19, 2023
Survey: Stocks to march 5.5% higher in 2024, say pros

It’s the 13th straight time that the survey projected gains in the coming four quarters.

6 min read Dec 19, 2023
2024 jumbo loan limits by state

Jumbo mortgages are those with loan sizes above the maximum that is subject to guarantee by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

4 min read Dec 18, 2023
Selling a house fast in Seattle

If you own property in Seattle, you’re sitting on a very valuable asset.

6 min read Dec 18, 2023
5 ways a financial advisor can help you reach your goals in 2024

Discover how a financial advisor can help you achieve financial freedom in 2024.

4 min read Dec 18, 2023
Cost to sell a house in North Carolina

Selling a home isn’t all profit, in North Carolina or anywhere.

6 min read Dec 18, 2023
Is 600 a good enough credit score to buy a house?

With a credit score of 600, you may qualify for an FHA home loan.

5 min read Dec 18, 2023
How to refinance student loans with a low income

These lenders may accept borrowers who haven’t built up their earnings.

4 min read Dec 18, 2023

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