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Credit card interest rates have a way of grabbing your attention, especially when they’re hovering near historic highs and showing no signs of returning to the gentler levels of years past. Even with the Federal Reserve signaling a shift toward lower rates, the relief many consumers are hoping for simply…

The average monthly Social Security payment for a retired worker was $2,071 in January 2026

The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate by a quarter point Wednesday for the third time since September, bringing its key rate to about 3.6%, the lowest in nearly three years

More than 75% of U.S. homes on the market are unaffordable for the typical household, according to a Bankrate analysis.

A Bankrate survey reveals that 54% of US homeowners won't sell in 2025, worsening the housing shortage and leaving renters locked out of a market they may never be able to afford.

The IRS raises 2026 401(k) contribution limits to $24,500, but experts warn this increase won't solve the retirement savings crisis facing middle-income Americans.

Amazon offers a rare $250 credit card bonus with no spending requirement—2.5 times its usual offer. But the high APR can wipe out the bonus within 11 months.

Before snowbirds depart for their winter retreat, they should check their insurance coverage for surprises that might arise, or else be on the hook for repairs.

Parents today are navigating a financial world that looks nothing like the one they grew up with. And for many families, one question keeps coming up: When is the right time to give your teen a debit card?