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Bankrate2 days ago
Does a HELOC affect your credit score?
You bet — in ways both good and bad.Here’s how to judge its impact.
AOL4 days ago
The tiny house trend: Should you downsize to a tiny home or ADU in retirement?
Thinking about a tiny home as part of your retirement? Learn about the tiny house movement and accessory dwelling units — and how to finance one.
Bankrate3 days ago
How to invest in the Magnificent 7 stocks
The Magnificent 7 stocks have rewarded investors. Here’s how to buy them.
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AOL2 days ago
7 best bank accounts for older savers, seniors and retirees
See our editor's picks for best savings, checking and hybrid accounts for active agers, seniors and retirees, updated for July 2024.
Benzinga3 days ago
Were high-income Americans really paying 91% income tax in the 1950s?
There's a common belief that wealthy Americans were heavily taxed in the 1950s, with a top income tax rate of 91%. But was this the case? Let’s breakdown what was happening wit…
AOL3 days ago
Daily mortgage rates for July 12, 2024: Rates tick lower across the board to end week of positive inflation data
See today's average mortgage rates for a 30-year fixed mortgage, 15-year fixed, jumbo loans, refinance rates and more — including up-to-date rate news.
AOL2 days ago
When’s the next Federal Reserve meeting? The FOMC — and how it affects your finances
The Fed meets 8 times a year to set monetary policy that affects how Americans borrow and save. Here's when its rate-setting committee meets next.
Bankrate4 days ago
7 mindset shifts that can make you a millionaire
Here are seven key mindset shifts that you can make to help you become a millionaire
AOL21 hours ago
Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage: Which should you choose for health coverage?
Both plans offer healthcare coverage but differ greatly when it comes to accessing care. Learn how they work and about benefits and drawbacks when comparing your coverage choic…
Bankrate6 days ago
Pay off debt or save? Expert tips to help you choose
Here are scenarios for when each choice – paying down debt or saving – makes more sense.
The Motley Fool8 days ago
Here's what the average couple on Social Security is earning in 2024
Two checks are definitely better than one, but how far they go depends in part on your choices.
AOL8 days ago
Tax breaks after 50 you might not know about
Are you over 50 and looking to minimize your tax burden — and maximize your savings? See 9 catch-ups, credits and exemptions for the 2024 tax year.
Bankrate5 days ago
Bankrate’s Q2 Economic Indicator Survey: What economists see for the job market, inflation, the Fed and more in the year ahead
Behind the slowing economy is a Fed determined to defeat red-hot inflation.
AOL9 days ago
What is a brokered CD — and should you invest in one?
You can buy brokered CDs through your brokerage firm, but they differ from traditional CDs in key ways. Here's what to know before buying one.
Bankrate8 days ago
Gen Z wants to retire early, but are they being realistic?
This confidence can be attributed largely to the red-hot job market.
AOL7 days ago
84 best discounts for ages 50+: Where to save money for active agers, seniors and retirees
We round up the best deals at supermarkets, retail stores and restaurants and on entertainment, travel, pharmacies and more for those ages 50+ — updated for July 2024.
Moneywise9 days ago
Here’s the income you need to be in the top 1%, 5%, and 10% in the US — plus 3 essential tips to help you climb higher the ladder
Here's how to climb up another rung on the class ladder.
Bankrate9 days ago
6 types of emergency loans and their uses
If saving up isn’t possible, shop around for the emergency loan with the best rate.
The Motley Fool10 days ago
Struggling with healthcare bills? Take these 4 steps now
It's not easy to keep up with medical bills. Read on to see what steps to take if you're falling behind.
AOL13 days ago
5 popular budgeting strategies — and how to find the best fit for how you save
Compare 5 budgeting strategies to find a fit with your lifestyle and values — and one you'll stick with over the long run — including who each is best for and why.
Bankrate10 days ago
Are home equity loans tax-deductible?
Home equity borrowers can deduct interest, but only if they meet these requirements.
Fox News12 days ago
How criminals are exploiting personal information to target vulnerable older Americans
People over the age of 60 lost a whopping $3.4 billion to scams in 2023, an increase of nearly 11% from the previous year, according to the FBI.
Bankrate11 days ago
5 popular strategies for building a bond portfolio
Understanding these bond management strategies may help strengthen your portfolio.
GoBankingRates13 days ago
Insurance experts explain: 7 costly insurance features you absolutely don't need — health, auto and more
Insurance is a necessary component of life. From health to home to auto and beyond, having insurance means that you are equipped with a backup plan in the event that the worst …
AOL1 month ago
How to find and open a high-yield savings account
Looking for a safe place to park your cash while earning 10x more than your typical account? See 5 steps to opening an HYSA.
AOL13 days ago
Personal loan vs. home equity loan: Which is the best fit for your financing?
Personal loans and home equity loans are popular ways to fund home improvements, consolidate debt and pay for big expenses. Here's how to compare the best fit for your financin…
Bankrate12 days ago
The next trillion-dollar stocks: Who are the world’s next largest companies?
Here are some of the best candidates to become a trillion-dollar stock.
GoBankingRates14 days ago
50 cities where earning $200K is considered middle class (a few may surprise you!)
A generation ago, an annual salary of $100,000 meant you had arrived, that you were part of the upper crust in your community. Then, $100,000 in wages became the standard for l…
Bankrate13 days ago
Best ETFs for falling interest rates: Top funds for when the Fed cuts rates
Here are some ETFs that may respond favorably to falling interest rates.
Ageist3 months ago
Wondering if you can afford yourself in retirement? 5 income-adding ideas to consider
Retirement has changed; our financial preparation should change, too. Current research highlights that 55% of Americans are concerned that they cannot achieve financial securit…
Bankrate14 days ago
Best short-term bond funds in July 2024
Looking to earn a decent return with low risk? Consider these short-term bond funds.
AOL14 days ago
Savings interest rates today: Shift your savings to earn today's highest yields of up to 5.30%
Get today's best rates on high-yield and traditional savings accounts to quickly grow your everyday nest egg.
AOL16 days ago
6 steps to starting a consulting business in retirement — and ways it can help your budget beyond the income
Bringing in more money during retirement has a host of financial benefits beyond an extra paycheck — from lowering the taxes you pay to increasing the amount you receive throug…
Bankrate15 days ago
What to know when inheriting an annuity
Here’s how inheriting an annuity works and what to do with it.

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How to invest in the Magnificent 7 stocks

7 best bank accounts for older savers, seniors and retirees

Were high-income Americans really paying 91% income tax in the 1950s?

Daily mortgage rates for July 12, 2024: Rates tick lower across the board to end week of positive inflation data

When’s the next Federal Reserve meeting? The FOMC — and how it affects your finances

7 mindset shifts that can make you a millionaire

Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage: Which should you choose for health coverage?

Pay off debt or save? Expert tips to help you choose

Here's what the average couple on Social Security is earning in 2024

Tax breaks after 50 you might not know about

Bankrate’s Q2 Economic Indicator Survey: What economists see for the job market, inflation, the Fed and more in the year ahead

What is a brokered CD — and should you invest in one?

Gen Z wants to retire early, but are they being realistic?

84 best discounts for ages 50+: Where to save money for active agers, seniors and retirees

Here’s the income you need to be in the top 1%, 5%, and 10% in the US — plus 3 essential tips to help you climb higher the ladder

6 types of emergency loans and their uses

Struggling with healthcare bills? Take these 4 steps now

5 popular budgeting strategies — and how to find the best fit for how you save

Are home equity loans tax-deductible?

How criminals are exploiting personal information to target vulnerable older Americans

5 popular strategies for building a bond portfolio

Insurance experts explain: 7 costly insurance features you absolutely don't need — health, auto and more

How to find and open a high-yield savings account

Personal loan vs. home equity loan: Which is the best fit for your financing?

The next trillion-dollar stocks: Who are the world’s next largest companies?

50 cities where earning $200K is considered middle class (a few may surprise you!)

Best ETFs for falling interest rates: Top funds for when the Fed cuts rates

Wondering if you can afford yourself in retirement? 5 income-adding ideas to consider

Best short-term bond funds in July 2024

Savings interest rates today: Shift your savings to earn today's highest yields of up to 5.30%

6 steps to starting a consulting business in retirement — and ways it can help your budget beyond the income

What to know when inheriting an annuity

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