Realtor commission changes are here: What they mean for homebuyers and sellers
The way real estate commissions work just changed for both buyers and sellers.
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Aug 16, 2024
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Chase bans certain BNPL transactions
Chase is changing its policy related to BNPL payments with its cards
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APR vs. interest rate: What’s the difference?
The APR and interest rate on your mortgage aren’t the same. Here’s what to pay attention to when you compare costs.
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Refinancing a home equity loan: When and how to do it
How to calculate if the costs outweigh the benefits.
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Can you spend from a savings account?
There are ways to access your money and ultimately spend it. Here’s how.
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5 saving strategies for financial goals
Creating a timeline is a useful way to plan and meet all your financial goals.
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Can lawmakers save the collapsing Florida home insurance market?
Bankrate interviewed experts to learn why the Florida insurance market is in crisis.
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Best credit cards with cellphone insurance
Protect your phone with the best credit cards for cellphone insurance.
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Are annuities a good investment?
Are annuities worth it? Learn their pros and cons and if they’re good investments.
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Can you use home equity to buy a second home?
Yes, you can. But the more relevant question is: Should you hock one house to buy another?
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What is a 7/1 adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM)?
It could be a good deal, depending on how you think interest rates are trending.
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Pros and cons of a home equity line of credit (HELOC)
A HELOC has low interest rates, but it requires you to use your home as collateral.
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What is a prepayment penalty?
It’s basically a fee to stop you from settling your mortgage early.
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5 steps to a financial glow-up
A financial glow-up is essentially a money makeover. It’s taking a thorough look at your finances and following up with actions to meet your money goals. “Glow-up” may be a trendy term, but taking [...]
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7 of the best ways to build residual income
Here’s why it’s so important to maximize your residual income.
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What are stablecoins and how do they affect the cryptocurrency market?
Here’s how stablecoins work, what risks they present and how to check if a stablecoin is safe.
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What credit score is needed to buy a house?
The higher your credit score, the lower the mortgage rate you’ll qualify for.
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What to do if your 401(k) is losing money
Here are five actions to take if your 401(k) balance has been getting smaller.
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Time-weighted return: What it is and how to calculate it
Learn how time-weighted rate of return works and how to use it for your portfolio.
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8 of the best Warren Buffett quotes of all time
These 8 Warren Buffett quotes may help make you a better investor.
3 min read Aug 14, 2024
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