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How Strong Emotional Health Can Build Financial Resilience
Each May, Mental Health Awareness Month invites us to reflect on the invisible burdens we…
HELOCs Retreat, Home Equity Loans Rise A Bit
Image by GettyImages; Illustration by Bankrate After rising for the last few weeks, the average…
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…
Is Linking Bank Accounts Safe?
Key takeaways Linking bank accounts makes it easier to transfer funds, automate savings, split direct…
What happens to your car loan when the cosigner dies?
Key takeaways If your cosigner dies, continue making loan payments as usual to avoid default…
What Is A High-Yield Savings Account?
Key takeaways A high-yield savings account pays significantly more interest than traditional savings accounts —…
What Is Direct Deposit? | Bankrate
Key takeaways Direct deposit allows your employer to send your paycheck directly to your bank…
How To Sell And Buy A House At The Same Time
Key takeaways Selling your current house while simultaneously buying a new one requires careful planning,…
Why Are Auto Delinquencies on the Rise? 5 Industry Experts Weigh In
Americans who are underwater on their car loans owe record amounts, and lenders are repossessing…
Best Places For Auto Loans With Bad Credit
Key takeaways Even if you have a lower credit score, banks, credit unions, online lenders…
A coffee shop run by a bank can be… good?
This page was originally published in late 2024 and reflects the author’s experiences and financial…
Step-Up CDs: What They Are And How They Work
Key Takeaways Step-up CDs feature predetermined rate increases that automatically boost your APY at scheduled…
