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When Should You Refinance Your Mortgage?
Key takeaways Refinancing your mortgage could make sense for several reasons: lowering your interest rate, taking cash out of your…
Downsize Your Home to Supersize Your Budget and Make Room for Joy
When I bought my “dream” home, I thought I’d made it. A four-bedroom house in an established neighborhood that I…
Preferred Vendor Programs Are Common — but Keep an Eye Out for These Red Flags
If you’ve ever filed a home or auto insurance claim, your insurance company may have provided you with a mechanic…
457(b) Retirement Plans: Here’s How They Work
Key takeaways A 457(b) retirement plan is a tax-advantaged way for government employees, and a few others, to save for…
Dollars and Debts With Denny: The Art of the Side Hustle
Let’s face it: The single-job mindset is not paying the bills for most people. The evidence is everywhere. Credit cards…
When Should You Remove Yourself As An Authorized User?
Key takeaways Becoming an authorized user on a credit card helps you build your credit, but it should be a…
Mortgage Rates Tick Down As Fed Holds Steady
Image by PM Images/Getty Images; Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate Mortgage rates moved down this week, with the 30-year fixed rate…
Why Did My Card Issuer Increase My Credit Limit?
Key takeaways Your issuer might have increased your credit limit because you’ve shown responsible credit card usage. Issuers…
Capital One Venture Vs. Bank of America Travel Rewards
Key takeaways The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card offers a higher welcome bonus and rewards rate compared to the…
HELOCs Hold Steady, Home Equity Loans Rise Slightly
Image by GettyImages; Illustration by Bankrate Not much movement in home equity loan rates in the latest week. The average…
