Personal Finance
FG Trade/GettyImages; Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate Key takeaways Federal law requires mortgage lenders to automatically cancel private mortgage insurance (PMI)…
Key takeaways Your starting credit score depends on your initial credit activity; there is no standard starting point. You need…
We’re heading into the final months of the year, which makes this the ideal time to lower your 2025 tax…
Key takeaways It’s possible to secure a competitive auto loan rate after bankruptcy, but it will be more challenging. To…
Your retirement years are usually when life becomes a little more predictable: daily routines are formed, social security benefits are…
Key takeaways In most cases, homeowners insurance policies do not cover mold damage as it’s often tied to home maintenance.…
Key takeaways Home insurance may cover tree debris removal in some scenarios, such as after a windstorm or ice storm,…
Israel Sebastian/Getty Images Key takeaways Even without a job, you can generally get an emergency loan if you can provide…
Key takeaways Tax lien investing is a potentially high-yielding — but risky — real estate investment strategy. Investors cover an…
Key takeaways Variable annuities offer regular payouts in exchange for a lump sum or series of premium payments. These annuities…
Ariel Skelley/Getty Images Key Takeaways Only 8% of Americans visited bank branches as their primary banking method in 2024, but…
Key takeaways Based on the 28/36 rule, you should aim to spend a maximum of $2,333 per month on your…