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State Income Tax Rates: Check Your State’s Rates
You have money questions. Bankrate has answers. Our experts have been helping you master your…
Which Student Loan Should You Pay Off First?
Key takeaways Generally, paying off your student loans with the highest interest rates first is…
Residual Interest: What You Need To Know
Key takeaways It’s crucial to understand how residual interest is calculated, especially if you carry…
Paying Off Student Loans: 4 Ways to Start
Chuck Savage/Getty Images Key takeaways Create an account with your loan servicer to begin making…
The Average Tax Refund Each Year, And How Refunds Work
The biggest tax question on most people’s minds, once filing season gets underway, is whether…
Best Banks and Credit Unions of 2025
Images by GettyImages; Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate The best bank and credit union for you…
Imputed Income Life Insurance | Bankrate
Key takeaways Employer-sponsored life insurance over $50K is taxed. The IRS considers excess coverage as…
Second Home Vs. Investment Property: What’s The Difference?
Key takeaways Both investment property and second home mortgages are harder to qualify for than…
Robinhood Launched A New Robo-Advisor. Here’s How It Stacks Up Against The Competition
Bloomberg / Contributor / Getty Images It seems like only yesterday that Robinhood waltzed onto…
What Is Compound Interest? | Bankrate
Compound interest is a powerful force for consumers looking to build their savings. It creates…
Don’t Forget To Report Your Gains From Crypto — The IRS Already Knows About Them
Vladimir Vladimirov/Getty Images While the exact amount is up for debate, the IRS estimates that…
The Venmo Debit Card: Is It Right For You?
Key takeaways The Venmo Debit Card* provides unique benefits to regular Venmo users, offering cash…
