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What It Is, How It Works And Who Pays It
You won’t see the term “OASDI tax” mentioned as frequently as the many other types of taxes you regularly pay…
When Refinancing Makes Sense Despite High Mortgage Rates |
Key takeaways Refinancing in today’s current rate environment isn’t for everyone, but there are several reasons why it could be…
Flat Tax: What It Is, How It Works And Why It Matters
When you think of tax rates, your mind may jump to the progressive income tax system the U.S. government uses,…
Line of Credit vs. Credit Card: What’s the Difference?
Key takeaways Both a line of credit and a credit card are types of revolving credit where you can borrow…
Lying On A Credit Card Application
Key takeaways Lying on a credit card application is fraud and can have serious legal consequences. You shouldn’t need to…
HELOCs Retreat, Home Equity Loans Rise A Bit
Image by GettyImages; Illustration by Bankrate After rising for the last few weeks, the average rate on a $30,000 home…
Does Car Insurance Cover Your Parked Car?
Alan Schein Photography/Getty Images Nobody wants to walk out to their car to find a dented bumper or smashed window,…
Is Bitcoin The New ‘Big Tech’ Stock?
Key takeaways Bitcoin has shed its outsider status and now moves in sync with big tech stocks — especially during…
Bigger Isn’t Always Better For Today’s Homebuyers
Key takeaways The typical mortgage payment doubled between 2020 and 2024, while today’s new homes are smaller than they have…
Is Linking Bank Accounts Safe?
Key takeaways Linking bank accounts makes it easier to transfer funds, automate savings, split direct deposits and potentially avoid certain…
