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Some key facts and figures everyone who has a house should know.
Mortgage rates rise as inflation sticks around
Here is where some analysts say crypto prices are going.
This is the week that was for home equity rates.
Find out how much your Social Security payments could grow over time.
Consider credit-building tools to create or build your credit score.
What you need to know about the estimated increase expected for Social Security benefits.
Nearly half of Americans are still in credit card debt.
Businesses may now be starting to pass along higher costs from tariffs to consumers.
Prices rise and fall all the time in the U.S. economy. It’s not always inflation.
Tariff concerns will likely cause the Fed to hold rates steady at its July meeting.
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.
Bankrate’s Economic Indicator Survey: Unemployment could rise to the highest since 2021 by next year
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.
Mortgage rates rise as inflation sticks around
More than half of U.S. homeowners say there’s no mortgage rate that would make them comfortable with selling their home this year.
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.
Bankrate’s Greg McBride and others weigh in on what to expect for mortgage rates in March 2025 and beyond.
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.
Discover offers a broad range of credit cards that let you rack up rewards for cash back, travel and more.
The Big, Beautiful Bill’s student loan repayment provisions are groundbreaking.
Answering the top queries for loan applicants with weighty financial concerns.
Older cars, bigger loans: What the rise in vehicle age means for borrowers.
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 [...]
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.
Who pays for safety? Body shops say insurers increasingly refuse to cover full OEM collision repairs
“They told us the safety inspection was ‘unwarranted.’”
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