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Schedule E: What It Is, How It Works
If you own rental property, you’ll need to file a Schedule E tax form with the IRS to report rental…
My Bank Closed My Account. What Can I Do About It?
Key takeaways Banks have the right to close accounts for various reasons, including inactivity, low balance or suspicious activity. Prompt…
Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI): How To Calculate It
fcafotodigital/GettyImages Modified adjusted gross income, or MAGI, might sound like just more tax jargon, but knowing how to calculate your…
Student Loans Are Crushing Your Dreams — Kick Them to the Curb
I’ll never forget the weight of my $72,000 graduate student loan bill. It didn’t just affect my bank account —…
Can You Have Two Car Loans At Once?
ASphotowed/GettyImages; Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate Key takeaways You can take out a second car loan, but the lender will likely…
Best Credit Cards for a Disney Vacation
A Disney vacation is a dream for many families but also comes with a hefty price tag. Luckily, there are…
How Much Should Retirees Have Invested In The Stock Market?
The stock market has been on a tear for much of the past decade, with annualized returns of more than…
How Are Home Equity Loan Rates Determined?
Key takeaways Home equity rates are determined by both macroeconomic factors, like the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy, and the borrower’s…
What Is An Alienation Clause?
Fat Chance Productions/Getty Images Key takeaways In a mortgage contract, an alienation clause requires the borrower to repay the full…
Home Valuation: How Much Is Your Home Really Worth?
According to the National Association of Realtors, the median price of an existing home sold in April was $414,000. Of…
