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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 Aug 18, 2021 -
Ask Bankrate: How can savers stay ahead of inflation?
A reader asks how people living on fixed income can beat inflation.
4 min read Jul 12, 2022 -
Which presidential ticket will be better for your personal finances?
A new Bankrate survey finds voters are split.
8 min read May 05, 2022 -
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 Mar 15, 2022 -
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 03, 2020 -
Ask Bankrate: Is now a good time to invest in physical gold?
A reader asks whether now is the right time to invest in physical gold.
5 min read Jul 12, 2022 -
Ask Bankrate: How can you protect investments from inflation?
A reader asks: If inflation goes up, what is your advice to protect my investments?
6 min read Jul 12, 2022 -
Ask Bankrate: Are dividend stocks still a good investment?
A reader asks: Dividend stocks had been getting hammered. Are they still a good investment tool?
4 min read Jul 12, 2022 -
Ask Bankrate: Should I pay down my mortgage or extend the loan term?
A reader asks who’s nearing retirement asks if it’s smart to pay down the mortgage faster.
6 min read Sep 21, 2022 -
Survey: 3 in 5 parents say remote learning will negatively impact their finances
A new school year is just around the corner — and for many that means it’s time to convert the home into a classroom with remote learning being the new norm for millions of American families as a result [...]
5 min read Jan 25, 2023