So you’re dreaming of moving to Florida—the home of Disney World, Universal Studios, the Kennedy Space Center and some of the country’s most beautiful beaches! But how expensive is the cost of living in Florida? That’s a smart question to ask before you replace all your winter clothes with gallons…
What if we told you the prices on groceries, clothes and even houses were going to drop? You’d probably be thrilled! Lower prices? Heck yes. We’re big fans of you keeping more money in your pockets too—but not when the reason for it is deflation. De—who? Deflation. So what is…
Vasily Pindyurin/Getty Images Key takeaways The onus is on you to find out if there’s a recall on a used car you want to buy — no law says the seller has to find out or disclose recall information to you. You can look up recall information on the National…
There’s a lot of talk lately about a four-day workweek—both here in the United States and across the globe. The U.K. just finished the world’s largest four-day workweek experiment ever recorded.1 In Iceland, 86% of the workforce has started running on a shorter schedule (like a four-day workweek) or can…
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Did you know the national average cost of car insurance is $1,342 for full coverage?1 (That works out to about $112 for your monthly car insurance bill.) But remember, that’s the average. Car insurance costs vary a lot depending on a bunch of factors. So, how do insurance companies figure…
Christmas is the season of giving, but that doesn’t have to mean giving more of your money to your insurance company. Yes, we’re going to talk about insurance at Christmas because nothing fills the heart with good cheer like thoughts of dying, crashing your car, your house catching on fire,…
Currency exchange is a common necessity for travelers, international shoppers and anyone conducting business overseas. However, it’s not as simple as changing one currency for another; it’s about finding the best rates and avoiding unnecessary fees. Excessive fees can significantly impact how much money you receive, making it essential to…
You’ve probably heard of Murphy’s Law, right? It says that anything that can go wrong will go wrong. If Murphy has set up camp in your spare bedroom and you’re not sure how you’re going to cover those emergency expenses or pay down your debt, we get it—it can be…
If you’re hoping to buy a house in the near future, your pathway to purchase will look quite different depending on where exactly you want to live. The definition of affordability isn’t identical across the entire country, so it’s important to think about where you can get the biggest bang for…
Wondering just how much debt the average American has? We’ve got you covered! We’re going to look at the average American debt and break it down by age and different types of debt, like student loans, mortgages and credit cards. These numbers may make it look like everyone is drowning…
Key takeaways Despite the generous welcome offer and earning rate on the American Express® Business Gold Card, the $375 annual fee may give some business owners pause. Looking over your past business spending can help you determine the amount of rewards you can earn and whether your rewards haul will…
Images by GettyImages; illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate Options trading can be complex, and the trading jargon may confuse even experienced investors and traders. Two of the most common options contracts to understand are call and put options. Here’s what options traders should know about these popular contracts. What are call…
As a small business owner, financing backed by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) represents some of the most affordable types of business loans available. SBA loans are a popular option for both startups and established businesses alike. These loans tend to feature low interest rates, higher loan amounts, and…
It’s weird to look back over 20 years and see how much has changed in your world. For me, it’s things like, The Dave Ramsey Show is now The Ramsey Show. I’m no longer the only host—I co-host the show with the Ramsey Personalities. My company had fewer than 200…
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