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MoMo Productions/Getty Images; Illustration by Austin Courregé/Bankrate You don’t have to look far to find predictions for the future of…
Key takeaways The best consolidation loans allow you to save money on interest, pay off debt more quickly and replace…
Key takeaways Emergency loans for bad credit tend to have higher interest rates and fees than traditional loans. Payday alternative…
When it comes to taxes, dependents can affect your return in ways many families don’t expect. Whether you’re claiming a…
Feverpitched/ Getty Images; Illustration by Austin Courregé/Bankrate Key takeaways Lenders often sell mortgages to other companies or investors to free…
Deciding how to file your taxes as a married couple can have a meaningful impact on your return. Depending on…
The standard deduction for a widow over 65 can be higher than that of the average taxpayer. This has the…
When I offered my annual credit card predictions around this time last year, I speculated that regulatory issues would dominate…
Thomas Barwick/Getty Images What’s considered a “high” credit limit varies depending on a person’s credit history and income, but in…
Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate You’ve lost your job. Who are you going to call? It might have to be your…
Spousal benefits are Social Security payments based on a spouse’s lifetime earnings record, and a spouse may receive up to…
After two years of cheaper deals and better prices, holiday shoppers may have to reach deeper into their wallets again…