All checking accounts might seem to be alike. But a business checking account may offer capabilities that aren’t available with a personal checking account, such as employee access controls, fraud protection tools and payment integrations. Even if you want to open a secondary personal account only for business use, it…
Images by Getty Images; Illustration by Issiah Davis/Bankrate Key takeaways Semi-truck loan timelines range from 24 hours to up to 90 days, depending on the lender and loan type Banks and credit unions tend to take longer to fund semi-truck loans than online or direct lenders Check eligibility requirements and…
This article does not represent the financial advice of Barclays. Individuals should consider their situation carefully before making financial decisions. Not all savings accounts are created equal — especially if you’re dealing with larger amounts. If you have $25,000 or more in your savings account, it’s time to think more…
Key takeaways Closing a credit card may hurt your credit, but the impact varies depending on your credit history. Sometimes, it makes sense to close a card even though it might affect your credit. You can take steps to minimize the potential hit to your credit. If you’re like most…
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Key takeaways The best way to pay medical bills is to set up a payment plan with the provider directly, but you can make those payments with a credit card. Medical debt has federal protections when it comes to your credit report. But if it turns into consumer debt, it…
You’ve watched so many episodes of Fixer Upper you can practically guess what new home remodel miracle Chip and Joanna Gaines are about to pull off. And sure, their projects look hard, but you’re up for the challenge. Now you’re thinking of buying a fixer-upper yourself. Whether you’re a first-time…
Key takeaways A HELOC early payoff or prepayment penalty is a fee that lenders charge if borrowers settle their debt before the agreed-upon timeframe. Also referred to as an “early closure” or “early termination fee,” this penalty is typically either a percentage of the outstanding balance or a flat fee.…
One of the questions I’m asked most often is, “How can I talk to my spouse about money?” If you’re looking for that answer, I’m so glad you’re here. Talking about money can be intimidating for any number of reasons. Maybe one of you is reluctant to tackle your money…
Key takeaways Knowing how to calculate home equity gives homeowners a way to understand their home’s worth — and potentially liquidate it for their needs or wants. Your home equity is basically your home’s fair market value, minus any outstanding sums owed on it. To calculate your home equity, take…
Fears of a possible recession are once again top of mind for investors following the rollout of new tariffs from the Trump administration. The trade war has ignited fears of an economic slowdown, with several analysts boosting the odds of a recession. Naturally, investors often look for stocks that can…
STUDY SUMMARY 58% of Millennials are currently saving for retirement. Millennials are as likely to know how much money they’ll need to retire as Baby Boomers or Gen Xers. Millennials begin saving for retirement at an average age of 23. Downloads Infographics Have questions about this study? Email us or visit our newsroom for…
A bear market is a prolonged period of price declines in a stock or entire market, usually of 20 percent or more from a recent high. Investors typically track the world’s major indexes like the S&P 500 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average to see when they enter bear market…
STUDY SUMMARY 40% of workers say their employers do not provide any type of retirement or financial education. Seven out of 10 workers who have zero retirement savings do not have access to any retirement education from their employers. Employers who do not provide access to retirement education have employees…
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