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Recession warning signs to look out for and tips to protect yourself
Smart financial practices will serve you well no matter what the economy does.
4 min read Jan 18, 2019 -
How Disney World helped me teach my kids about saving money
Teaching kids about the value of saving money can and should begin at a young age, in my opinion.
6 min read Jan 15, 2019 -
Survey: Majority of Americans don’t expect their finances to improve in 2019
Among those with a bleak forecast, half point the blame at Washington, Bankrate’s survey finds.
5 min read Jan 14, 2019 -
Thinking about filing for unemployment during the government shutdown? Read this first
Federal workers should keep in mind that the jobless benefits may have to be repaid.
2 min read Jan 11, 2019 -
11 outrageous travel fees to avoid
Don’t fall victim to unexpected fees. Watch for these costs and stretch your vacation dollars.
5 min read Dec 28, 2018 -
MLK weekend is a month away — make your travel plans now to save
Follow these tips to make the most of the first long weekend of 2019.
3 min read Dec 21, 2018 -
5 economic issues to watch closely in 2019
From trade worries to market volatility, pay attention to these trends in the new year.
4 min read Dec 20, 2018 -
7 last-minute holiday shopping tips
There’s still time to avoid crowds and score bargains for everyone on your list.
4 min read Dec 13, 2018 -
Survey: 3 in 5 workers say they haven’t gotten a pay boost in the past year
Bankrate’s survey finds the hot labor market hasn’t translated to a pay bump for most workers.
4 min read Dec 12, 2018 -
Kathy Kraninger is confirmed as CFPB’s new director. Here’s what this means for consumers
The watchdog agency’s teeth have been dulled considerably in Trump era.
3 min read Dec 06, 2018