Mortgages
Thinking about selling your home in the Show-Me State? If you’re like most homeowners, you’ll take the traditional approach of hiring a real estate agent — then waiting for a qualified buyer to make an offer, negotiating the terms, and waiting again for their financing to come through. But if…
Anyone who’s ever maxed out a credit card knows the unique pain it brings. There’s deep frustration. There’s shame and embarrassment. There’s the fear of looking at a credit card statement and seeing a balance that brings a sense of helplessness. But there’s also the reality: A maxed out credit…
Richard Drury/ Getty Images; Illustration by Austin Courregé/Bankrate Borrowing against the value of your home became cheaper in the most recent week. The $30,000 HELOC (home equity line of credit) fell 5 basis points to 8.56 percent, a new 52-week low, according to Bankrate’s national survey of lenders. Meanwhile, the…
Key takeaways The Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan is a good choice for anyone who regularly flies to or from the West Coast. The Mileage Plan boasts a vast partner network of airlines, hotels, rental car companies and everyday shopping sites — all of which can help you earn miles more…
Image by GettyImages; Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate Key takeaways Plan what to pack so that you can avoid baggage fees and extra hassle at the airport. Consider signing up for an airline rewards program and a starter travel credit card to travel on points and miles in the future. Know…
Key takeaways Balancing your checking account entails keeping track of your starting balance and any and all withdrawals and deposits, so you are aware of your balance. Tracking your withdrawals and knowing your balance can help you avoid an overdraft fee or insufficient funds fee as well as quickly realize…
Kathrin Ziegler/Getty Images Key takeaways Balance transfer cards can be a helpful financial tool for paying off credit card debt or an expensive purchase over time without incurring interest charges. The U.S. Bank Visa® Platinum Card offers one of the best cell phone protection benefits on the market, not commonly…
Key Takeaways The Wells Fargo credit card trifecta includes the Wells Fargo Active Cash® Card, Wells Fargo Attune℠ Card* and the Wells Fargo Autograph℠ Card or Wells Fargo Autograph Journey℠ Card You don’t need all three cards to get the most of your credit card rewards. Two cards that fit…
Caring for aging parents can be one of the most rewarding yet challenging roles many of us will take on. As parents grow older, everyday tasks can become more difficult for them to manage alone, and their care needs can increase quickly, often catching families off guard. This is where…
Key takeaways The BankAmericard® credit card offers one of the longest intro APR balance transfer periods on the market. The BankAmericard doesn’t charge an annual fee but still offers plenty in the way of benefits. This is not a rewards card — its primary benefit is the lengthy intro APR…
