Key takeaways Extended warranties typically cover significant repairs for systems like heating/air, engine, and brakes. Extended warranties may be helpful to luxury car owners or those who plan to keep their car for many years after the manufacturer’s warranty expires. The cost of an extended car warranty can range from $1,300…
Key takeaways Scams are on the rise globally making it important to do your due diligence when shopping for a personal loan. Promises that loan approval is guaranteed, especially with no credit check, is one of many different red flags to watch out for. Checking that a lender is registered…
Key takeaways You can add a child to your car insurance by contacting your agent or adding a driver via an online portal or app. The average cost to add a driver under age 21 to an existing car insurance policy is $2,411 per year. Before adding a teen to…
Indiana may be known as the Crossroads of America, but a lot of people are finding reasons to race to the Hoosier State and put their cars in park. One reason being it’s still an affordable place to plant your roots: The state’s housing costs are well below the national…
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If you’ve never owned a home — or you have, but not recently — you might qualify for a first-time homebuyer loan or assistance. First-time buyer loans typically have more affordable rates and more flexible requirements, such as a lower minimum down payment or credit score. Many help buyers afford…
Key takeaways When used appropriately, credit cards can be powerful credit-building tools. Depending on where you’re starting from, a secured credit card can be a good first step to building strong credit. As you build a strong history with issuers, you may be able to move on to higher-level credit…
Key takeaways An 84-month auto loan generally has lower monthly payments but higher total borrowing costs. It is generally best to avoid 84-month loans, but they might be helpful in certain situations. Before you take out an 84-month car loan, explore all of your options, including waiting until you can…
Maryna Terletska/ Getty Images; Illustration by Austin Courregé/Bankrate Key takeaways Students are paying $11,610 per year on average in tuition and fees at public, in-state schools, and $30,780 for out-of-state undergraduates, according to the CollegeBoard. The average cost of college has skyrocketed in the last 30 years. The average cost…
There are several strategies you can make use of to build generational wealth for your descendants, even if your last name isn’t Buffett, Winfrey or Rockefeller. Generational wealth is simply money that is passed down from one branch of the family tree to the next — and not from just…
Tax season can be a stressful time, but for many, it comes with a financial boost, your tax refund. While it may be tempting to spend it on something fun, using your refund wisely can help you take control of your finances and move closer to a debt-free future. If…
Images by GettyImages; Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate Key takeaways Many graduate students take out loans starting at around $45,000 to cover their education costs. The cost of graduate school has risen exponentially since 2000, and the majority of students borrow loans to pay for the expense. The amount of debt…
Images by GettyImages; Illustration by Bankrate Key takeaways The number of prison education programs is growing, but the offerings are still limited throughout state and federal prisons. Many higher education prison programs are offered at no cost and are funded by the state in which the facility is located or…
Key takeaways The average cost to attend dental school is $312,700, according to the American Dental Education Association. How much you earn varies depending on where you live. The average dentist salary is $191,750. Dentistry students know that dental school will lead them to higher earnings, but first, they…
For new and seasoned investors alike, taking a global approach to your investments can help provide diversification and multiple ways to benefit from the growth in the world economy. While putting your money in foreign markets might sound complex, there are exchange-traded funds (ETFs) set up to streamline the process…
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