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Don’t miss out on crucial business deductions this year. Here’s how.

Experts predict an end to Biden-era student loan forgiveness initiatives.

If you’re a homeowner impacted by the Los Angeles wildfires, contact your mortgage servicer as soon as possible.

Home insurance will cover some evacuation costs.

I used these three credit cards to earn thousands of dollars back on purchases my family made in 2024.

Learn the difference between financial therapists, advisors and credit counselors.

Middle-income Americans often don’t feel financially secure, despite their salaries.

The IRS is opening its Free File program on Jan. 10 this year. Here’s how to qualify.

Many women feel financial success is out of reach in today’s economy — but it doesn’t have to be.

Top savings APYs remain above 4%, with plenty of account options to choose from.

A slowdown may already be underway in the once formidable U.S. job market.

Currently, you can lock in annual percentage yields (APYs) on certificates of deposit (CDs) above 4 percent on many nationally available CDs, while a select few financial institutions offer promotional [...]

Savings APYs remain high as the Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady.

Nearly 1 in 4 Americans have no emergency savings, according to a new Bankrate survey.

Several banks continue to offer savings accounts well above 4 percent APY.

Bankrate’s experts are reacting live to the Fed’s latest interest rate decision.

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac can now use a new credit-score metric, VantageScore 4.0.

Submitting a mortgage application can lead some consumers to receive harassing phone calls from lenders — but new legislation may reign them in.

It could take time for the effects of the new tax law to reach the housing market, and mortgage rates.

Mortgage rates rise amid uncertainty in the markets

Mortgage payments have been rising for decades.

Mortgage rates tick down amid uncertainty

Bankrate’s Greg McBride and others weigh in on what to expect for mortgage rates in March 2025 and beyond.

If only our writer knew then what she knows now.

View current credit card rates based on Bankrate.com’s weekly national survey of large banks and thrifts.

Your credit card might not work in a foreign country. Here are some tips when traveling.

A credit card can be a good financial tool. When should you get one?

Venmo, the mobile payments app, offers a debit card with rewards for spending.

The major airlines offer frequent flyer programs, but some are better than others.

Regardless of the amount, spending beyond your credit limit is generally a bad idea.

Those who apply for a Southwest card for a limited time can earn a Companion Pass by meeting the welcome bonus requirement.

The program offers personalized tasks and monthly progress checks.

From beer money to making ends meet, side hustles continue to be popular. Get the stats here.

The states with the highest federal student loan delinquency rates voted red.

Despite the popularity of no-fee financial products, personal loan origination fees are still common — and sometimes expensive.

Navigating debt, relationships and supporting long-term financial goals.

Stephen Carter isn’t your typical car owner. Not only does he own five vehicles, but he rents them out on Turo (think Airbnb for cars). But last fall, Carter didn’t qualify for auto loan approval for [...]

The application for the 2025-26 academic year closes on June 30, 2026.

Graham shares her story of how a $10k personal loan helped her handle a disaster.

New grads are struggling to stand out among the crowd in a challenging job market.

As natural disasters become costlier, home insurance may be key to financial stability.

Bankrate explains how CA, NC, UT and VA car insurance laws are changing in 2025.

Agents and adjusters handle different parts of the insurance policy lifecycle.

Bankrate explores interesting life insurance facts and statistics from 2024.

An adjuster’s opinion of preferred vendor programs.

Some insurance companies are removing the right to appraisal from policies.

The new minimum coverage limits go into effect July 1, 2025.

“They told us the safety inspection was ‘unwarranted.’”