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Cash Back vs. Travel Points: How To Choose Credit Card Rewards
Key takeaways Cash back credit cards make sense when you want to earn simple rewards for each dollar you spend.…
Cashier’s Check Vs. Certified Check: What’s The Difference?
Image by GettyImages; Illustration by Bankrate Key takeaways A cashier’s check is paid for with bank funds, while a certified…
How To Renew A Certificate Of Deposit (CD)
Key takeaways You can automatically renew your CD through most banks by doing nothing during the grace period, though this…
What Is A Homestead Exemption?
Key takeaways Homestead exemptions offer exceptions to financial claims on your primary residence. Homeowners filing for bankruptcy may be able…
Is an IRA Certificate of Deposit (CD) Tax Deductible?
Key takeaways You can deduct traditional IRA CD contributions from your taxes if your income falls within certain limits. For…
What is the New Car Insurance Grace Period?
Photography by Getty Images; Illustration by Bankrate Key takeaways After you buy a new car, your insurer may offer a…
Why You Should Aim To Retire Early, Even if You Fail
When I set the goal to retire by the age of 40, my financial advisor laughed at me. I’d read…
How to Prepare Your Home for Hurricane Season
Preparing your home for a hurricane could be a wise decision, since the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts a…
Escrow Insurance: What Is It and When You Need It
Images by GettyImages; Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate If you’re in the process of purchasing a home, you may have heard…
High-Yield Savings Rates Today: July 28, 2025
Key takeaways Despite political pressure from President Trump, the Federal Reserve is expected to hold interest rates steady at its…
