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Survey: Top economists see unemployment rate holding above pre-pandemic levels into 2021
While economists were more optimistic, they weren’t without doubts about the risks to the outlook.
7 min read Oct 01, 2020 -
What is rapid rescore?
Everyone knows that the rate you get on your mortgage can cost or save you thousands over the term of your home loan. But did you know that you may be able to influence (lower) that rate while you are [...]
5 min read Oct 01, 2020 -
5 ways to save for private school tuition
Finding a way to pay for private school can be tough, but these tips might help you better afford it.
5 min read Sep 25, 2020 -
Ask Bankrate: When will yields on savings and money market accounts stop falling?
One Bankrate experts suggest deposit yields may be close to bottoming out.
5 min read Sep 25, 2020 -
Survey: Nearly half of Americans say their top financial priority is getting caught up or staying current on bills
About 46 percent of Americans name paying bills as their top priority.
4 min read Sep 23, 2020 -
Trump vs. Biden: Where the presidential candidates stand on key issues affecting your wallet
We looked at candidates’ speeches, public remarks and websites to see where each stands.
17 min read Sep 17, 2020 -
Ask Bankrate: How can savers stay ahead of inflation?
A reader asks how people living on fixed income can beat inflation.
4 min read Sep 11, 2020 -
Which presidential ticket will be better for your personal finances?
A new Bankrate survey finds voters are split.
8 min read Sep 09, 2020 -
Here’s how Americans say their finances have changed since Trump took office
Plus, Americans are also split over which presidential ticket will be better for their wallet.
5 min read Sep 08, 2020 -
How to pay your mortgage with a credit card
Learn how to earn credit card rewards by paying off your mortgage.
6 min read Sep 04, 2020