Personal loan vs. personal line of credit: What’s the difference?
Here’s how to decide which type of unsecured debt is best for your situation.
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Nov 15, 2024
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What is a Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) loan?
TSP loans can help federal employees cover big expenses.
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Should I buy a boat or rent one? Consider these factors
Buying or renting a boat depends on your wants, needs and financial situation when both options have pros and cons.
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How to compare installment loan lenders and find the best offer
Find the best installment loan for your situation in 5 steps.
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Is buying an RV worth it, or should you just rent one?
Should you buy or rent an RV? It depends on your travel plans.
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Who pays closing costs, the buyer or the seller?
Who pays closing costs, buyers or sellers? And how much are they for each?
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Should I file bankruptcy for $12K debt?
Bankruptcy isn’t a cure-all. You should avoid it if you can’t afford these consequences.
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What is the long-term capital gains tax?
Certain windfalls are considered capital gains. Here’s how to determine what you’ll owe.
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What is an upside-down car loan and how do I get out of it?
Here’s how to minimize the amount of time you stay with negative equity.
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Apps to use for international money transfers
Certain apps offer the ability to transfer money from one country to another.
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What is pet insurance?
Pet insurance can help pay for expensive veterinary costs for your pet.
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What Trump’s win means for your finances
A new presidential administration brings lots of changes. What does this transition mean for your money?
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Warren Buffett’s portfolio: Here are the stocks Berkshire Hathaway is buying or selling
Here are the latest changes to Berkshire Hathaway’s portfolio and Buffett’s top bets.
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Personal loan interest rates in 2024 | Facts and statistics
Interest rates are rising, so what does that mean for your finances?
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Bitcoin’s price history: From it’s 2009 launch to breaking all-time highs in 2024
Here’s how Bitcoin has risen and fallen over time and some of the trends driving those moves.
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HELOC rates drop to 8.61%, while home equity loans hold steady
HELOC rates fell to new 52-week lows, while home equity loans were unchanged this week.
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5 types of mortgage loans for homebuyers
A comprehensive list to help you find the right financing tool for your dream home.
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Inflation and the housing market: Decoding the latest numbers
The housing market isn’t immune from outside economic forces, including inflation.
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The dos and don’ts of hurricane cleanup for insurance claims
Bankrate’s insurance team reviews dos and don’ts for hurricane cleanup.
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What does it mean to be rich?
A new survey goes over what people think is required to be rich.
5 min read Nov 13, 2024
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