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How to get preapproved for an American Express credit card
Key takeaways American Express offers preapproval opportunities for some of its cards. To get preapproved, you can check for offers…
Is the Amex Blue Cash Preferred worth it?
Key takeaways If you spend a lot on groceries, transit and gas, The Blue Cash Preferred® Card from American Express…
Ally Bank vs. Marcus by Goldman Sachs
Logos by Ally Bank and Marcus by Goldman Sachs; Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate Online-only banks typically offer higher yields on…
South Florida Rains: How To File Your Flood Insurance Claim
In the wake of the recent South Florida floods, many face the challenge of filing a flood insurance claim. This…
Credit cards for stay-at-home parents
Daxiao Productions/Shutterstock.com Having one parent stay at home to help with the household and the kids can be a huge…
Learn The Hidden Hazards In Donor-Advised Funds Before Donating
Donor-advised funds (DAFs) surged in popularity in recent years and now are among the most popular ways to make charitable…
How to do a credit card balance transfer
Key takeaways A balance transfer can be a helpful tool for paying off high-interest credit card debt interest-free for an…
James McLeod’s Transformation From Bullied Youth To Vitiligo Advocate
James McLeod, a Westchester County, NY native known affectionately as 'That Vitiligo Guy,' has transcended adversity to become a beacon…
I’m 62 With $1.6 Million in My 401(k). Should I Convert $160,000 Per Year to a Roth IRA to Avoid RMDs?
Converting your 401(k) to a Roth portfolio will allow you to entirely avoid RMDs. This is a legitimate form of…
How CBO’s New Budget Estimates Make New Tax Cuts More Complicated
The Congressional Budget Office’s latest fiscal update is filled with terrifying numbers: The projected deficit for this fiscal year will…
