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Most Holiday Staples Cost More This Year. Here’s How To Budget
After two years of cheaper deals and better prices, holiday shoppers may have to reach deeper into their wallets again…
Mortgage Rates Rise Amid Post-Fed Volatility
Image by PM Images/Getty Images; Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate Mortgage rates jumped higher this week, with the 30-year fixed rate…
Home Equity Rates Hold Steady At Two-Year Lows
Image: Getty Images; Illustration: Bankrate Home equity rates were unchanged in the latest week, holding at their lowest point in…
The 10 Largest Credit Unions In The US
While the top ten largest credit unions still hold significantly less in assets than even the top five largest banks,…
Rents Are Falling. Will Home Prices Follow?
Good news for those looking for more affordable housing: Rents keep falling. In October, rents fell for the 27th straight…
7 Top Reasons To Save Your Money
Key takeaways Saving builds security, flexibility, and freedom — not just a rainy-day fund. Cash reserves protect you from financial…
Can You Lose Money On A CD
PeopleImages/Getty Images Key takeaways CDs are among the safest places to keep your money, but early withdrawals or inflation can…
Is mobile banking safe? How to actually protect your money
Key takeaways Mobile banking is secure when you use official apps and follow best practices. Major banks invest billions in…
8 Bank Accounts With Built-In Budgeting Tools
Key takeaways Built-in budgeting tools help automatically track and categorize spending without needing separate budgeting apps. Most major banks now…
Debt Isn’t Always Negative: Good Vs. Bad Debt
Debt is often discussed in negative terms, but debt isn’t just good or bad. It falls on a spectrum, and…
