Key takeaways Chase and Wells Fargo feature a range of popular rewards credit cards for consumers and small businesses. Options from both banks include cash back credit cards and travel credit cards that offer point transfers to airline and hotel programs. Before you choose between these two issuers, make sure…
America’s top investors have achieved double-digit returns for years, sometimes decades. Following these top investors is a great strategy for two reasons. First, you can learn how these investors think and operate, potentially raising your own financial IQ. Second, their investments may offer you attractive ideas that you can choose…
Credit Sesame discusses the pandemic effect and the ripples still affecting the U.S. economy. Since early 2020 and for the next few years, life was dominated by the pandemic and its after-effects. In 2024, life seemed to be back to normal. The pandemic also had a huge impact on the…
The whole student loan situation over the last three-and-a-half years has been a dumpster fire (to say the least). From payment pauses to failed forgiveness, borrowers have had to deal with so much back and forth from the government, they could probably sue for whiplash. Now that borrowers are finally…
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In case you haven’t heard, the Mint budgeting app is shutting down. And their users are being asked to move to . . . Credit Karma. But if you’re a Mint user who thinks you’ll be able to keep budgeting the same way, you’re going…
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With interest rates easing and inflation cooling, small businesses are getting a much-needed break. A change to the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) refinancing…
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Key takeaways The Bank of America® Unlimited Cash Rewards credit card offers a flat 1.5 percent cash back on all purchases. Bank of…
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If you’re thinking about buying or selling a house and wondering about the housing market, you’re not the only one. The real estate market has seen a lot of unusual trends in the past couple of years, so it makes sense that you’d want the latest market update before you…
Images by Getty Images; Illustration by Issiah Davis/Bankrate The average savings account rate is a benchmark for the overall interest-rate environment, but it’s not a rate you should settle for. Rather, aim for an annual percentage yield (APY) many times the national average, such as those offered by high-yield savings…
With all the excitement surrounding Bitcoin’s recent climb to over $100,000, many investors — new and experienced alike — are wondering if it’s time to hop on the crypto bandwagon. But don’t move too fast. Crypto is highly volatile and not backed by business performance or concrete assets like cash…
Hey Mint users. We know you’re in the market for a new budgeting app. And we know there are plenty of options out there—so how do you pick? Let’s talk through a comparison of Mint vs. EveryDollar. What Is Mint? Mint was one of the most popular budgeting apps…
1. Shop Off-Season One of the best ways to save money on winter clothing is to shop off-season. Retailers often offer significant discounts on winter apparel at the end of the season to make room for new stock. By planning ahead and purchasing items in late winter or early spring,…
Hurricane Helene devastated much of western North Carolina like no other storm in recent history. Rain poured down the mountains, acting like a funnel to the already-swollen streams and creeks feeding into the Broad, Toe and Swannanoa Rivers. The red clay soil, already saturated with water from three days’ rain,…
Key takeaways There are many ways to get free financial advice from a variety of sources. It may be possible to see a financial advisor for free or at a reduced cost. When dealing with more complex financial planning issues, such as estate planning or starting a business, it may…
Credit Sesame’s personal finance news roundup December 28, 2024. Stories, news, politics, and events impacting personal finance during the past week. 2024 Q3 GDP growth strong in final estimate The Bureau of Economic Analysis issued its final estimate of US Gross Domestic Product for the third quarter with a positive…
If there’s one topic we doubt you’re planning to bring up at your next dinner party, it’d be federal income tax. Talk about a buzzkill. No one (except tax professionals . . . maybe) likes to think about taxes. But it’s important to know how much you’ll need to shell…
The winter holiday season is a magical time filled with festivities, family gatherings, and the joy of giving. However, it can also be a period of financial strain, with holiday expenses quickly adding up. The good news is that you don’t need to spend a fortune to enjoy the wonders…
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