Personal Finance
According to the latest Consumer Sentinel from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), about one in five Americans have lost money to…
Key takeaways Unexpected expenses can be stressful and overwhelming, but having a plan in place can help alleviate some of…
Key takeaways A credit score of 650 or higher is optimal for most lenders who offer student loan refinances. A…
The Good Brigade/Getty Images Key takeaways A 529 plan is a tax-advantaged savings account intended for college education expenses. These…
Key takeaways Becoming a dentist is generally a well-paying career across the United States, though general dentistry is not the…
Makiko Tanigawa/Getty Images: Illustration by Issiah Davis/Bankrate Key takeaways Unsecured small business loans come in many different forms, so it’s…
Gather around – yes, closer – for a spooky tale about your money and your financial future. It begins with…
alvaro gonzalez/ Getty Images; Illustration by Austin Courregé/Bankrate Key takeaways In-house financing, credit cards, personal loans and point-of-sale financing are…
pixdeluxe/GettyImages; Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate Key takeaways Refinancing from a 30-year mortgage to a 15-year mortgage can save you a…
MilosStankovic/Getty Images Key takeaways You can borrow a $20,000 personal loan through most banks, credit unions and online lenders. Assess…
If you are looking at purchasing a used car in part because it is cheaper than a new car, you…
Key takeaways It is possible to upgrade from a secured credit card to an unsecured one after building up credit,…