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Sick of Outrageous Borrowing Rates? Focus on High Savings Rates Instead
When rates go down, we'll see the opposite. At its most recent policy meeting, the Federal Reserve held the federal funds ...
I’m 59 with just $42,000 in my 401(k), $77,000 in student loans, and no property — after a lifetime of steady work and past struggles, is my retirement doomed?
When you are 59, you are getting very close to retirement age. Fidelity says you should aim to have eight times your salary ...
2 borrowers who should open a home equity loan now (and 2 who shouldn't)
The decision to open a home equity loan largely depends on what type of homeowner you are. Here's what to consider.
From emergency savings to dream vacations to lifestyle inflating: 15 things you should — and shouldn't do — in a recession
Lifestyle inflation can be a silent budget killer. This can happen if you get a raise or a bonus check, making spending a ...
Best Free Savings Accounts for March 2025: Up to 4.60%
Compare the best free savings account rates—with no monthly fee—with our ranking of over 100 national banks and credit unions ...
Fed leaves rates unchanged. But here are changes you can make to earn more on savings or pay less on debt
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday decided yet again to stand pat on interest rates. Despite the Fed’s inaction, there are ...
Home equity loans vs. HELOCs: What to consider for April
As the home equity borrowing landscape becomes cheaper, borrowers should consider these three items for April.
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What the Fed’s Rate Policy Means for Your Finances
Here’s how the central bank’s interest rate stance influences car loans, credit cards, mortgages, savings and student loans. By Tara Siegel Bernard and Ron Lieber The Federal Reserve is ...
4 Reasons To Put Your Student Loan Payments on Autopay
Student loan repayments can feel overwhelming from juggling due dates, interest rates and your budget for the month. That's ...
From emergency savings to lifestyle inflating: things you should — and shouldn't do — in a recession
While the standard advice — save diligently, invest in your 401(k) and avoid unnecessary spending still applies, a recession ...