Personal Finance
Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on The Penny Hoarder. Selling gift cards is generally safest and most convenient through online marketplaces, while local buyers sometimes offer more money but require extra legwork. Gift cards often resell for about 60% to 90% of their face value, depending on the brand and where…
The single biggest reason you’re paying too much for car insurance: Insurance companies know you hate to think about it, much less to shop around for it. Result? They raise your rates, confident that the hassle of switching means you’ll stay where you are and pay what you’re told. Not…
Image: Getty Images; Illustration: Bankrate A mixed week for home equity rates. The $30,000 home equity line of credit fell two basis points to 7.43%, according to Bankrate’s national survey of lenders. Meanwhile, the five-year $30,000 home equity loan rose two basis points to 8.12%, its highest level this year.…
PaeGAG / Shutterstock.com“Tell me about yourself.” Interview questions can sometimes feel a bit awkward. And since you are trying to impress your recruiter, you can’t be too modest. On the other hand, being too cocky is also a bad idea. How should you best answer it? Read on and learn…
You don’t have to look far to find the best senior discounts, but you have to reach a certain age first. And that age can vary, as not all businesses define “senior” the same way. Members of groups like AARP and the Association of Mature American Citizens (AMAC) know that…
A retirement plan that needs to last 30 or more years can succeed or fail based on its structure. Account types, contribution levels, asset allocation, tax treatment and withdrawal sequencing will determine how much you keep, how long it lasts and how much goes to taxes. That is why the…
El Nariz / Shutterstock.comFor many people, getting up bright and early is the best way to get a jump-start on their workday. A quick run, followed by a shower and a cup of coffee, gets these early birds off on the right foot. If you find yourself in that category…
Kmpzzz / Shutterstock.comEveryone wants to save more money. But right now, it can feel like a real uphill battle. So we dug into Americans’ savings habits, struggles, and stress points in our State of Savings survey. You might be surprised at what we found. Only 37% of working Americans say…
Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on FlexJobs.com. Graduating in 2026? According to a recent survey by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), employers plan to hire 5.6% more graduates from the Class of 2026 than they did the year before. At the same time, entry-level remote and hybrid jobs…
Dean Drobot / Shutterstock.comWhere can you find antique Pez dispensers, hot vintage heels and (finally!) the perfect lamp to match your weirdly patterned bedspread — all for sale for just a few bucks? Or better yet, where can you sell them to make some extra cash? We’ll give you a…
