Personal Finance
Key takeaways When used appropriately, credit cards can be powerful credit-building tools. Depending on where you’re starting from, a secured…
PeopleImages/Getty Images Key takeaways Mortgage origination is the process through which the lender approves and creates your loan. Steps in…
Key takeaways A second credit card can benefit you in more ways than one, although the right card for you…
Key takeaways TSA PreCheck and Clear can both save you time while traveling. TSA PreCheck allows you to go through…
Big changes are coming to Social Security, and they might hit your wallet sooner than you think. From eliminating taxes…
Key takeaways Personal savings accounts help individuals store and grow money, while business savings accounts help companies manage cash reserves…
Key takeaways RefiJet stands out for its cash-out refinancing program for customers with vehicle equity. iLending offers personalized customer service…
PhotoAlto/Eric Audras/ Getty Images; Illustration by Austin Courregé/Bankrate Key takeaways Hotels can charge your card anywhere from the moment you…
When you close on a home purchase or mortgage refinance, there are always various closing costs to pay. From appraisals…
In behavioral economics, there’s a concept called “nudging” — small, thoughtful prompts that help us make better decisions without being…
Key takeaways In-house financing, credit cards, personal loans and point-of-sale financing are common ways to fund engagement rings. Features like…
Key takeaways How much you’ll need to save for a car down payment depends on the price of the car…