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  Only a quarter of workers attribute their bigger paycheck to GOP tax law

  Many Americans haven’t noticed a pay hike on the heels of tax reform, Bankrate’s survey finds.

  3 min read Mar 05, 2018
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  63% of smartphone users have at least one financial app

  Bankrate’s latest survey finds Americans have largely embraced money apps.

  4 min read Feb 08, 2018
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  Satisfied with your job? Most Americans are, Bankrate survey finds

  With the job market on solid footing, workers report strong job satisfaction.

  3 min read Feb 01, 2018
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  This Giving Tuesday, many Americans plan to give back

  Approximately one out of five charitable donations will be larger than last year’s.

  2 min read Nov 28, 2017
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  I’ve changed my mind about selling my home. Can I back out of the sale contract?

  Homeowners often get seller’s remorse. It can be an expensive affliction.

  3 min read Oct 31, 2017
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  Checking account fees surge. Here’s how to dodge them

  There is a paradox in banking right now: Fees have never been higher, but it’s also easier than ever to sidestep them. Banks continue to lean on fees to make money, as low interest rates and regulatory [...]

  4 min read Oct 24, 2017
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  9 ways to save for a down payment

  You’ve found the perfect house. Interest rates are still low. There’s just one thing standing between you and your dream home: a down payment. Don’t abandon your homeownership dreams just yet. Here [...]

  3 min read Oct 19, 2017
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  Your identity is broken. Here are 3 powerful ways to take control

  Lock down your personal information by finding ways not to share it.

  4 min read Oct 06, 2017
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  Credit monitoring alone won’t protect you from identity theft

  There’s no silver bullet to stop fraud. Here’s how to make the bad guys’ job harder.

  3 min read Sep 12, 2017
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  Like a school transcript, your credit follows you for life

  Your financial report card can help you, or haunt you, through the years.

  2 min read Aug 08, 2017
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  Paycheck problems? Here’s how to save anyway

  A key metric in the June jobs report shows why some Americans are having trouble saving for a rainy day.

  2 min read Jul 11, 2017
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  A cord of firewood doesn’t have to cost a bundle

  Don’t burn a lot of cash buying firewood. Here’s how to get the best price.

  2 min read Jun 26, 2017
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  Solving a math question: How much does the SAT cost?

  The exam itself is relatively cheap, but the prep courses can test a family budget.

  3 min read Jun 20, 2017
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  How much does it cost to change your last name?

  You may seek a new name after marrying, or for a fresh start. See what you’ll pay.

  2 min read May 29, 2017
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  Do you use a strategy for wedding gift-giving? Most people do

  A Bankrate survey finds wedding guests often limit spending. Some even stay home.

  3 min read Apr 19, 2017
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  W-2 form shows my employer barely withheld taxes. Do they owe me money?

  Without pay stubs, you still can check the math on your W-2. Here’s what you can do.

  3 min read Jan 31, 2017
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  Video: Hear kids explain what Fed day is all about

  Not sure what the Fed does when it meets? Let these children fill you in.

  1 min read Dec 14, 2016
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  College students head back to class, and struggle with erratic, part-time work

  College students in particular–who often times hold down part-time jobs with irregular hours at places like retail stores, restaurants and bars—would benefit from more predictable work schedules.

  2 min read Sep 09, 2016
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  Capital loss carryover rules for long-term capital asset loss of $100,000

  You can carry over losses on certain capital assets forever, but it’s not simple.

  2 min read Apr 05, 2016
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  Can I defer passive activity loss to next year if earnings are too high?

  You can only deduct real estate losses to offset gains, but there are a couple of exceptions.

  2 min read Feb 16, 2016