Illustration by Bankrate / Photo by Getty The gender pay gap isn’t closing anytime soon, especially for women of color. Black and Hispanic women earn the least compared with men, and a Bankrate analysis of the latest income data from the Census shows it could take generations for their pay…
Practical Money Tricks That Lead to Real Treats Getting out of debt doesn’t happen overnight, but small, consistent actions can help you regain confidence and control. Here are a few tried-and-true strategies: Budget like a pro: Track every dollar for a month to see where your money really goes. Focus…
Key takeaways Credit unions typically offer better rates on savings and lower rates on loans compared to traditional banks. Membership is required and may have specific eligibility requirements based on location, employer or affiliation. Your deposits are federally insured up to $250,000, just like at banks, providing the same level…
Key takeaways A home equity line of credit (HELOC) on an investment property is a loan taken out against a piece of real estate that generates income or a financial return. Lenders will consider both the borrower’s creditworthiness and the property’s financials when evaluating an investment property HELOC application. These…
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Key takeaways Unsecured business loans don’t require you to back the loan with valuable assets Making on-time payments and building payments into your budget can help you effectively manage the unsecured business loan If you’re struggling to make repayments, talk to your lender and consider…
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Drazen Zigic / Shutterstock While on duty, members of the military are protected by the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA), a federal law designed to provide financial and legal protections to active-duty military members, reservists and members of the National Guard. They also get some of the best credit card…
When I finished graduate school, I had $72,000 in student loans weighing me down. But less than a year after graduation, I’d paid it all off, thanks to the debt snowball method and some hefty determination. It was aggressive and at times downright exhausting, but I’ve stayed debt-free for years…
shapecharge/Getty Images; Illustration by Issiah Davis/Bankrate You’ve carefully planned for retirement and secured a steady stream of income with an annuity. But then life throws a curveball at you. Maybe your dream vacation home goes on the market, an unexpected medical emergency or you need to help a child with…
Key takeaways: Many Gen Xers are stretched thin trying to meet both their elderly parents’ financial needs and their own. As many Gen Xers already report low retirement savings and emergency funds, the cost and time commitment of caregiving can make it even harder to meet financial goals for themselves…
Real estate is still one of the most reliable ways to build wealth in America. It’s also a popular choice among investors, with 24 percent reporting that real estate was their preferred long-term investment, according to a 2025 Bankrate survey. But in recent years, a wave of real estate investing…
Key Takeaways Debt Settlement Drawbacks: Often leads to high fees, unfinished results, and credit score damage leaving consumers still stuck in debt. Advantages of a Debt Management Plan (DMP): A Debt Management Plan with ACCC reduces interest rates, consolidates payments, and provides a clear path to debt freedom. Empowering Personalized…
The Chase Slate® is no longer accepting new applications as of March 2020. Those interested in the Chase Slate® can check out the Chase Slate Edge℠* instead. Key takeaways Balance transfers can reduce interest costs by moving debt to a lower or 0 percent intro APR card. Watch for transfer…
Key takeaways If you received a store credit card you didn’t sign up for, that means someone else likely signed you up without your permission. Issuing a card without your permission violates the Truth in Lending Act and is considered fraud. You should cancel the card immediately and take steps…
Key takeaways 7(a) and 504 loans remain a popular funding tool for businesses across industry, revenue and size categories The SBA weekly lending report provides valuable information on loan funding based on specific demographic data The majority of 7(a) loans for working capital are under $50,000, while the majority of…
Key takeaways Credit unions may offer lower mortgage rates and fees, but often lack the in-person branches and digital services that banks do. Bigger banks might offer a wider variety of loan products and don’t mandate that you become a member. It may be easier to get a mortgage with…
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