Personal Finance
Key takeaways A routing number is a nine-digit code that identifies your bank for electronic transactions like direct deposits, wire…
Klaus Vedfelt/GettyImages Taxpayers can soon take advantage of a new federal tax credit of up to $1,700 for donations to…
Images by Getty Images; Illustration by Issiah Davis/Bankrate Key takeaways A certificate of deposit (CD) is a savings account that…
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Key takeaways CD investing offers a guaranteed return. When CDs are issued from federally insured banks and credit unions, your…
Financial planners often recommend aiming for roughly three times your annual salary in retirement savings by the time you reach…
By age 55, you’re about a decade away from retirement. Many financial experts suggest having seven to eight times your…
Images by Getty Images; Illustration by Bankrate Key takeaways Most major credit card issuers offer the option to easily lock…
Any number of reasons might prompt you to close a bank account, but there are a few important steps to…
Key takeaways Discover offers a variety of flat-rate and bonus category credit cards that earn cash back or miles on…
Photography by Getty Images Key takeaways Preferred credit cards are designed for individuals with good to excellent credit scores who…
Key takeaways A financial counselor helps people with core financial tasks such as budgeting, saving and debt management. Many financial…