Key takeaways The Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan program is an exceptional choice for anyone who regularly flies to or from the West Coast. Mileage Plan boasts a vast partner network of airlines, hotels, rental car companies and everyday shopping sites — all of which can help you earn miles more…
Halfpoint Images/Getty Images Key takeaways Both high-yield savings accounts and money market funds provide safe and accessible places to park your cash, but they come with a few key differences. High-yield savings accounts are FDIC-insured up to $250,000 per account holder, while money market funds are not, though they’re still…
Key takeaways Cosigning means you are responsible for covering payments if the main borrower cannot, but you do not have any legal rights to the car. Co-owning means both parties have equal ownership and financial responsibility for the car. Both cosigning and co-owning can significantly impact your credit scores, either…
Key takeaways A range of credit cards from American Express offer purchase protection against damage or theft, although limits on this benefit vary by card type. This coverage applies when a purchase is damaged or stolen within a specified timeline and charged to an eligible card. Some American Express credit…
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Key takeaways The gap between prices of new-construction homes and existing homes has narrowed. On top of that, builder financing promotions are helping qualified buyers in specific regions. The increase in supply of new homes in the South and West has led to lower prices and more choices for buyers…
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Key takeaways The Chase Slate Edge℠ can help you pay off credit card debt, with a no-interest purchase and balance transfer option for 18 months. After the introductory period ends, an 18.99% – 28.99% Variable APR applies. The Chase Freedom Flex®* card also comes with a purchase and balance transfer…
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