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Americans Want ‘Open Banking’ (But Don’t Know What That Means)
OBSERVATIONS FROM THE FINTECH SNARK TANK More and more, whenever I see the term “open banking” being used, my eyes…
5 Budgeting Strategies to Help You Save More for Retirement
Saving for retirement can be challenging, but learning how to effectively budget money can make a significant difference. While you…
How I’m combating unexpected pet care costs with my VentureOne card
On the surface, the Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card is a travel card. Under the surface, it’s a flat-rate…
Will Gen AI Agents Transform Financial Services?
It’s barely 20 months since OpenAI launched ChatGPT, but in that short time we’ve seen a dramatic change in how…
Why Eliminating Tax On Social Security Benefits Is Bad Policy
Former President Donald Trump has joined other politicians advocating for abolishing taxes on social security benefits. The idea may make…
Personal loans interest rate forecast for 2024: Rates may trend down with Fed cuts
Images by GettyImages; Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate Lower personal loan rates may be on the horizon in 2024 after the…
Fed holds off on rate cuts despite slowing inflation
The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged but acknowledged that inflation is improving and the unemployment rate has been edging…
7 banks that offer free checking accounts (or easily avoidable fees)
Banks often charge monthly fees just to maintain your checking account. Some charge penalties if your account dips below the…
Will Kamala Harris Raise Your Taxes? Here Are Six Ways She Might
Will Vice President Kamala Harris raise taxes if she is elected President, and for whom? Her campaign is new, and…
Medicare Premiums: What You Should Expect to Pay in 2024
Medicare isn’t free. This catches many retirees by surprise.Medicare has a reputation for simplicity. You turn 65 and get access…
