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Capital One Venture vs. VentureOne
martin-dm / E+ / Getty Images Key takeaways The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card and the Capital One VentureOne…
Downsize Your Home to Supersize Your Budget and Make Room for Joy
When I bought my “dream” home, I thought I’d made it. A four-bedroom house in an established neighborhood that I…
Bank Statement Loan: What It Is And Who It’s For
Key takeaways A bank statement loan allows you to qualify for a mortgage using bank statements rather than tax returns.…
When Should You Refinance Your Mortgage?
Key takeaways Refinancing your mortgage could make sense for several reasons: lowering your interest rate, taking cash out of your…
Money Market Funds: How To Invest In This Highly Liquid, Low-Risk Asset
Getty Images; Illustration by Austin Courregé/Bankrate Key takeaways Money market funds are an investing and savings vehicle that holds short-term…
What Is An Expense Ratio And What’s A Good One?
Key takeaways An expense ratio is the cost of owning a fund on an annual basis and measured as a…
Preferred Vendor Programs Are Common — but Keep an Eye Out for These Red Flags
If you’ve ever filed a home or auto insurance claim, your insurance company may have provided you with a mechanic…
What Credit Score Do You Need To Buy A House?
FG Trade/GettyImages; Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate Key takeaways Your credit score is one of the most important factors lenders look…
457(b) Retirement Plans: Here’s How They Work
Key takeaways A 457(b) retirement plan is a tax-advantaged way for government employees, and a few others, to save for…
Roth 401(k) Vs. 401(k): Which One Works Better For You?
Key takeaways 401(k) retirement plans come in two types: traditional and Roth. A traditional 401(k) allows you to contribute…
