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Marcus by Goldman Sachs High-Yield Savings Accounts Review
The days of leaving your money in low-yielding, brick-and-mortar banks are a thing of the past. In order to get the best rates available for your savings, consider using an online bank like Marcus by Goldman Sachs. While Marcus has only existed since 2016, Goldman Sachs has built a positive reputation over more than 150 years, and its online banking through Marcus currently offers savings and certificate of deposit (CD) accounts that feature above-average rates without monthly fees.
Veterans United Home Loans Mortgage Refinance Review
VA loans offer veterans and active-duty service members competitive interest rates with no down payment or private mortgage insurance (PMI) requirements. But did you know you can also access some of these benefits when refinancing your home? There are many options available and it’s important to choose one of the best mortgage refinance companies that offer VA home loans.
Capital One 360 Performance Savings High-Yield Savings Accounts Review
Whether you're just beginning to build savings or already have a healthy account balance, a no-fee high-yield savings account can help you reach your savings goals faster. Capital One’s 360 Performance Savings account may fit the bill. This Capital One 360 high-yield savings account review can help you determine if it’s the right option for stashing your savings.
What Is VA Cash-out Refinance?
Like a home equity loan or a home equity line of credit (HELOC), a VA cash-out refinance offers eligible borrowers the opportunity to access the equity they’ve accumulated in their property. This type of loan allows qualified veterans to utilize the proceeds from their refinanced mortgage for any purpose they desire, from home renovations to paying off other debts.
How Do You Know If You Passed a Background Check?
You’ve applied for the job, signed the authorization for the background check and are now waiting for the results for what seems like way too long. If more than a week has passed, it’s easy to start getting worried. However, there are plenty of reasons why searches can be delayed and a lengthy wait isn’t necessarily bad news.
Dollar Scholar Asks: When Is Getting a New Credit Card Worthwhile?
This is an excerpt from Dollar Scholar, the Money newsletter where news editor Julia Glum teaches you the modern money lessons you NEED to know. Don't miss the next issue! Sign up at money.com/subscribe and join our community of 160,000+ Scholars. There's nothing like traveling in Europe. I love the...
How to Trade Gold
Gold is one of the most widely traded commodities in the world. This precious metal has been used as a currency and a store of value for thousands of years and is considered a safe haven investment during market volatility. Below, we will explore the different ways to trade the...
Want to Retire With $1 Million? Start Saving by This Age
Workers seem to know how much money they need to be comfortable in retirement — previous surveys suggest that it's over $1 million. But what they often don't know is when, exactly, they need to start saving in order to reach that goal. It looks like we now have...
How to Remove Commonwealth Financial Systems From Your Credit Report
If Commonwealth Financial Systems, Inc. (CFS) has contacted you about an unpaid bill, whether by phone or collection letter, chances are high that the unpaid debt could be affecting your credit. If so, you may be wondering how to remove them from your credit report. When you owe money to...
Dollar Scholar Asks: Should I Buy Gold?
This is an excerpt from Dollar Scholar, the Money newsletter where news editor Julia Glum teaches you the modern money lessons you NEED to know. Don't miss the next issue! Sign up at money.com/subscribe and join our community of 160,000+ Scholars. You know that classic scene from Parks and Recreation...
Most Americans Don't Know What Long-Term Care Insurance Covers
Most Americans will need long-term care as they age, but a recent survey shows very few people are clear on what they’ll need to cover the expenses related to this kind of support. A study from insurance company Nationwide and trade group LIMRA shows that among the roughly 1,400...
Student Loan Bills Are Coming Soon: Here's What Borrowers Can Do to Prep
After a three-and-a-half-year pause, student loans are back: Millions of borrowers with federal student debt will be getting a loan bill in the coming weeks. Interest on most federal student loans began accruing again Friday, and loan servicers will be sending out bills in September with due dates in October, according to Scott Buchanan, executive director at the Student Loan Servicing Alliance.
5 Guidelines to Help You Choose the Best Password Manager
Let’s face it: keeping track of all your usernames and passwords is not a simple task. The average person today manages dozens of passwords with many different security requirements. Password managers alleviate the stress of having a ton of passwords and help defend against hackers by generating and storing...
MassMutual Life Insurance Review
MassMutual Life Insurance has provided life insurance solutions to individuals and families for over 170 years. Now the fifth-largest life insurance company in the U.S., it offers a variety of different policies, including whole life, universal life, term life and variable universal life insurance. If you’re shopping for a life...
Automakers Are Courting Car Buyers With New 0% APR Financing Deals
After a long and frustrated dry spell for new car deals, automakers are advertising a growing number of 0% APR financing offers. These promotions are especially attractive given that current loan rates for new cars are often above 7%, but there are pros and cons to these deals. Usually, 0%...
Why Certain Social Security Beneficiaries Will Get 2 Payments in September
For some recipients of Social Security, September will deliver not one but two benefits payments — and no, it’s not an error. The “extra” payment is because of a quirk in the payment schedule (it’s already happened two other times this year). The Social Security Administration will send out Supplemental Security Income payments, which go out to adults 65 or older who meet certain income requirements and adults and children with qualifying disabilities or blindness, on the first and last day of September.
Discover High-Yield Savings Accounts Review
If you're looking for a savings account that will help you grow your money without charging you pointless monthly fees, a Discover high-yield savings account might be worth looking into. Its lack of fees means you can sit back and watch your savings do what they're supposed to do — grow. In this article, we'll cover the pros and cons, offerings, accessibility, customer reviews, and cost of Discover's savings account.
Credit Glory Credit Repair Review
It only takes one financial mishap to damage your credit score and, in turn, jeopardize your ability to qualify for loans and credit. Bad credit can be damaging, but it can also be fixed. The easiest way to improve your credit is by hiring a credit repair company to handle the work for you.
Want to Buy a Home in This Market? You Might Have to Build It Yourself
Homebuyers frustrated by the lack of existing houses for sale are finding relief in the form of brand-new ones. New construction homes have been a bright spot in this year’s otherwise lackluster housing market. About one-third of all single-family homes listed for sale in the U.S. since the beginning of 2023 have never been lived in before, according to a recent report from brokerage Redfin.
From 'Barbie' to Bud Light, Here’s How Pop Culture Changes the Way People Invest
Pop culture, like blockbuster movies and our obsession with celebrities, can impact everything from the clothes we wear to the food we eat. And, as new data shows, it can also influence the stocks we buy. Investing platform Public's recent retail investor report found that while retail investors continue to...
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