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Tips for first-time car insurance buyers
For first-time buyers, shopping for car insurance can feel intimidating. If you’re running into steep quotes, not sure which company…
Social Security payment schedule: When are benefits paid each month?
Social Security retirement benefits are paid to retirees and recipients of survivors benefits each month. Benefits are paid in the…
What is a fixed annuity?
A fixed annuity is one popular way to secure an income for retirement, with the main advantage being that the…
Is impulse shopping putting your budget in the red? Try ‘slow shopping’
If you’re like many shoppers, you’ve experienced, on occasion, making an impulse purchase. Just like that, without a thought, you…
What are the pros and cons of home equity loans?
FG Trade/GettyImages; Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate Key takeaways Benefits of a home equity loan include consistent monthly payments, lower interest…
How a car loan settlement affects your credit
Key takeaways If you cannot repay your auto loan, your lender may be willing to accept a settlement for less…
Home improvement grants for seniors: 2024 options
Key takeaways Different types of grants are available at the federal, state, and local levels, such as the Weatherization Assistance…
Limited home insurance options in California as major carriers pull back
California is home to nearly 40 million people, 55 percent of whom are estimated to own homes. If you are…
Who pays closing costs in Texas?
Images by GettyImages; Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate Whether you are selling your Texas home or buying a new one, signing…
Housing market predictions: The forecast for the next 5 years
It’s been a wild real estate ride over the last few years. After a red-hot market characterized by very low…
