This piece was originally published in early 2023 and reflects the author’s financial decisions during that time. The rest of…
Key takeaways Borrowers may refinance second homes and investment properties to get a lower interest rate or access the home’s…
When you think about estate planning, wills, trusts and life insurance usually top the list. But annuities deserve a spot…
Image by GettyImages; Illustration by Bankrate A split decision for home equity rates, as the Federal Reserve delivered an expected…
Image by PM Images/Getty Images; Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate Mortgage rates fell this week, with the 30-year fixed rate averaging…
Getty Images / Win McNamee / Staff Key takeaways The Federal Reserve’s September rate cut is likely the beginning of…
If we have long been guilty of over-borrowing student loans for college, perhaps part of the solution is using a…
For the first time in nine months, the Federal Reserve looks ready to cut interest rates. It might not be…
Key takeaways International students can get credit cards, but you’ll likely need an ITIN or someone who’ll let you become…
Key takeaways Your starting credit score depends on your initial credit activity; there is no standard starting point. You need…
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