Building a portfolio
It takes finesse, but anyone can create the perfect investment portfolio for their life stage and risk tolerance.
How does zero card balance impact score?
A tiny reported balance on your credit card may help your credit score.
Time is money -- so is patience
Time is money but patience can pay off big time when buying a home, looking for a job or investing in the stock market.
Peer-to-peer sites offer college loans
Four peer-to-peer lending sites offer loans for students and parents seeking college funding.
Building blocks of a successful investment strategy
Successful investing starts with knowledge. Here are the basics to get your portfolio on the right path.
Good times, bad times for 1st-time buyers
Buying a home was made very easy for first-timers several years ago. With prices at such low levels, are those loan packages still out there?
Savings strategies for different goals
You can set aside money for a car, a college education and retirement just by planning purposefully.
Finding financial aid as a married student
When it comes to getting college money, marriage can be an advantage instead of an obstacle.
Video: New necessities?
Do you really need all those services to live in today's world?
Is mobile banking safe?
Banking by cell phone is gaining popularity. Here's what you need to know to be secure.
Government buys student loan: What to do?
Thousands of people will soon be getting a letter about their student loans. Here's what they need to know.
Don't default on student loans
If making student loan payments is tough, you can set up a new payment plan, among several other options.
They're not Offering a 401K
I'm only 25 and just took a job with no 401k plan. How do I save for retirement?
Reaping the Rewards of Good Decisions
David and Denise made a decision 27 years ago to not live beyond their means. Today they are definitely living like no one else and want to share with you their success!
No Longer Spiraling Out of Control
"With limit increases and my irresponsibility, soon I owed $12,000 at age 20," Mark said. Read the exciting ending to his story!
Starting Our Marriage with a Financial Plan
"We are starting our marriage out with only one loan, and it has allowed me to find an excellent well-paying position that will let us focus on getting completely out of debt!" Sarah said.
Bankrate's guide to auto buying. |
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Getting Started
Before you go car shopping, do your homework. Know what you want and how you plan to pay for it.
Shop 'til You Drop
Whether shopping online or off, discover how to track down the best vehicle at the best price.
The Buying Experience
You know your budget and did your shopping. Now, it's time to bargain with the seller.
The Leasing Experience
Leasing makes sound, financial sense in certain situations and for certain people. Is that you?
Financing the Deal
Shop for a loan just as you'd shop for a vehicle. Do your homework before signing on the dotted line.
Insuring Your Vehicle
Buying a new car, or a different one than the one you now own, will mean a change in insurance costs. |
Bankrate's guide to obtaining, managing and using credit cards wisely.
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Matching the Card to Your Lifestyle
The smart consumer selects the card that matches his or her spending and payment habits.
Credit Reports, Credit Scores and You
Here's how to order and read your credit reports and how your credit score is affected by the reports.
Costs and Fees
You found a credit card with a great low interest rate. Good for you. Now, what about the fees?
Managing Your Cards
You pay promptly and never go over the limit. But, do you know your consumer rights?
Using Credit Wisely
Savvy spenders use credit carefully. Discover when it's smart to pull out a card and when it's not.
Special-Need Card Users
Here are the cards best for first-time applicants, students and for those with bruised credit.
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