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Managing your car insurance when moving
Moving can be chaotic, but it’s important to find time to update your car insurance.
11 min read Jul 09, 2024 -
Why is my car insurance so high?
Average car insurance rates increased 26 percent from 2023 to 2024.
8 min read Jul 09, 2024 -
Does homeowners insurance cover fire damage?
Fire is a common cause of damage to homes. Does homeowner’s insurance cover fire?
6 min read Jul 09, 2024 -
How to find affordable homeowners insurance in a high-risk fire zone
Bankrate shares tips on finding home insurance if you live in a high-risk wildfire area.
7 min read Jul 09, 2024 -
10/1 or 10/6 ARM vs. 30-year fixed-rate mortgage
Plan to stay in your house for 10 years or less? A 10/1 ARM may be a good choice.
7 min read Jul 09, 2024 -
Housing market predictions for the rest of 2024
What will the 2024 housing market bring? We asked the experts.
8 min read Jul 12, 2024 -
Best business checking accounts for July 2024
Not paying fees and an easy way to bank should all be priorities. Here are some of our favorites.
10 min read Jul 08, 2024 -
The average American household budget
Americans spent nearly $74,000 in 2022 just to keep their households running.
9 min read Jul 09, 2024 -
Emergency fund amount: How much should you have in emergency savings?
The amount varies by individual, but there are guidelines.
7 min read Jul 08, 2024 -
Is the Capital One VentureOne Card worth it?
If you’re looking for a good starter travel card—or if you simply want a low-cost, no-annual-fee card—the VentureOne Rewards card might be a good option.
7 min read Jul 08, 2024 -
Owner financing: What it is and how it works
The seller playing lender can help buyers. But there are risks on both sides.
8 min read Jul 08, 2024 -
VA home loan requirements for 2024
VA home loans come with generous terms. But don’t assume the lender is giving you a free pass.
5 min read Jul 08, 2024 -
Adjustable-rate mortgages: What they are and how they work
It’s a mortgage with a fluctuating interest rate. Which can be to your advantage — or not.
7 min read Jul 08, 2024 -
Pay off debt or save? Expert tips to help you choose
Here are scenarios for when each choice – paying down debt or saving – makes more sense.
8 min read Jul 08, 2024 -
How to refinance an underwater mortgage
Even if you owe more than your home is worth, there are options to refinance.
8 min read Jul 08, 2024 -
Buying car insurance for a new car
How much will my insurance go up with a new car? Bankrate explores your options.
7 min read Jul 02, 2024 -
Financial fender bender — A single accident raises average car insurance rates 43%
The average cost of full coverage car insurance after an at-fault accident is $3,299 per year — a massive 43 percent increase compared to drivers with a clean record, according to Bankrate’s analysis [...]
7 min read Jul 03, 2024 -
What is short-term life insurance?
Is short-term life insurance right for you? Bankrate explains this type of policy.
7 min read Jul 01, 2024 -
Car insurance after a hit-and-run in Washington
Bankrate reviews what you need to know after a Washington hit-and-run accident.
6 min read Jul 02, 2024