Key takeaways Paying off wedding debt early on in a marriage is crucial for reducing stress and building a strong foundation for the relationship. Monetary wedding gifts, the debt snowball or avalanche methods, balance transfer credit cards and debt consolidation loans can be tools to pay off wedding debt. Open…
Key takeaways The CFPB allows consumers to file complaints about unfair, deceptive or abusive financial practices across products like bank accounts, credit cards, mortgages, debt collection and student loans. While you don’t have to contact the offending company first, doing so may resolve the issue more quickly and save you…
Key takeaways If you’re looking for a premium travel credit card, the Chase Sapphire Reserve®, The Platinum Card® from American Express and Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card should be at the top of your list. These cards have numerous benefits in common, including annual statement credit offers, airport…
Key takeaways The Platinum Card® from American Express and the American Express® Gold Card both earn valuable American Express Membership Rewards, but their benefits are tailored to suit different lifestyles. The Gold card is ideal for foodies, offering various dining credits and boosted earnings rates on purchases at restaurants and…
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Key takeaways The American Express® Business Gold Card and The Business Platinum Card® from American Express let cardholders earn valuable Membership Rewards points in categories common to many businesses. The Amex Business Gold may be a better choice if you plan to use it for…
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Key takeaways Borrowers face long delays and limited support as federal agencies slash staff. Self-advocacy and documentation are more important than ever. Use available tools like StudentAid.gov, student loan servicer websites, and state consumer protection offices to get help. Crippling staff reductions at the U.S. Department of Education and the…
Key takeaways A personal loan can help you build wealth through investing, but can be a risky strategy for doing so. Some lenders disallow using loan proceeds to make certain investments, such as in mutual funds or stocks. If you decide to take out a loan to invest, it could…
Filing a state tax extension can provide extra time to prepare and submit your state tax return if you miss the original deadline. While the IRS offers a fairly uniform process for federal tax extensions, the rules for state tax extensions vary widely. Some states automatically grant an extension if…
Credit Sesame explains what happens to your credit score and credit report after death, and how to protect loved ones from identity theft and unresolved debts. When someone passes away, their financial footprint does not vanish overnight. In fact, credit reports may remain active for years unless the proper steps…
Key takeaways Investing in real estate is generally considered a safe bet, but it’s not without its risks. Investor home purchases and house-flipping activity both slowed in 2024. As operating costs go up, landlords are seeing smaller net profits. In these uncertain economic times, a tried-and-true investment like real estate…
When tax season rolls around, homeowners often wonder if property taxes are deductible on their tax returns. The answer is yes—you can deduct property taxes on your tax return. In fact, property tax deductions remain one of the valuable benefits of homeownership under current tax law. These deductions allow you…
Tim Grist Photography/Getty Images; Illustration by Austin Courregé/Bankrate Big bank mergers are starting to pick up steam in 2025, and history shows that’s not typically good news for savers. The recent wave of consolidation in the banking industry could spell trouble for your interest rates, account terms and overall financial…
The average interest rates for small business loans for bad credit can climb as high as 99 percent — or higher. Having fair-to-bad credit (a FICO score of 669 or less) can make it more challenging to find business loans with competitive interest rates, but it’s not impossible. Fortunately, bad…
Filing an extension can give you extra time to complete your tax return, typically pushing the deadline from April to October. But what happens if you file an extension but owe money? Filing an extension does not give you extra time to pay any taxes owed. If you may owe…
Key takeaways HELOC fraud is defined as someone stealing funds from an existing home equity line of credit or opening a new HELOC account in a homeowner’s name for the purpose of withdrawing funds from it. Common scams include account takeovers, identity fraud, title fraud, and even the creation of…
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