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Does money equal success? Not according to most May 20, 2013
A new survey finds that only a third of Americans think you need a lot of money to achieve success. Learn which factors ranked as more important.
News Archive
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Has prom spending gotten out of control?
May 06, 2013
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4 questions the Fed statement didn't answer
May 02, 2013
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Rising ATM fees -- and how to beat them
April 26, 2013
Research Center Archive
Estimated cost of Fed policy: $635 billion and counting (infographic) May 19, 2013
The Fed's strategies to lower interest rates may have cost depositors more than half a trillion dollars. Examine these costs with this MoneyRates.com infographic and feature article.
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- Want better service? Try banking online
May 06, 2013 - America's Best Rates 2013 Q1: Online banks go their own way
April 30, 2013 - Best States to Make a Living 2013
April 01, 2013 - Worst States to Make a Living 2013
April 01, 2013
Blog Archive
Is the 'Goldilocks' economy coming back? May 23, 2013
News of easing consumer prices and a growing economy evokes memories of the 1990s economy, which would be great news for savers.
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- Stock market surges on -- but is it sustainable?
May 16, 2013 - April jobs report: a prelude to higher rates?
May 09, 2013 - A reality check on real estate
May 03, 2013 - The yin and yang economy
April 25, 2013
Ask The Expert Archive
Where are the best bank accounts for college students? May 21, 2013
College students face special challenges when shopping for checking and savings accounts, but they still have some strong options.
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- Should I abandon savings accounts for stocks?
May 07, 2013 - Annuity or CD?
April 24, 2013 - Direct deposit into savings or checking?
April 09, 2013 - IRA or 401(k)?
March 26, 2013
Experts Commentary Archive
6 ways to resist debt pushers May 14, 2013
Americans are constantly bombarded with offers to borrow money, so learning to say no is an essential survival skill.
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- The tight-rope economy
April 30, 2013 - Separating financial illusion from reality
April 15, 2013 - A brief history of mortgage and deposit rates
April 02, 2013 - Investing becomes an all-or-nothing game
March 19, 2013
Bank Deals Archive
Citi Platinum Select AAdvantage Visa Signature Card April 12, 2012
First-time holders of this card qualify for 30,000 American Airlines AAdvantage bonus miles and no annual fee for the first 12 months.
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- EverBank Yield Pledge Checking Account Bonus Rate
March 08, 2012 - EverBank Yield Pledge Money Market Account Bonus Rate
March 08, 2012 - Blue Sky from American Express
March 01, 2012 - American Express Premier Rewards Gold Card
February 28, 2012
Credit Cards Archive
5 times you shouldn't listen to your bank April 12, 2013
Understanding how banks make money from you can help you know when it's best to ignore their advice.
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- 7 teachable moments for financial literacy
March 18, 2013 - 4 steps to avoiding a spending hangover
December 05, 2012 - Debunking the myth of retail therapy
November 28, 2012 - 10 steps to a disastrous Black Friday
November 01, 2012
Money Market Archives
6 ways to renew your finances this spring May 16, 2013
It is important to freshen up various aspects of your financial program at least once a year. Why not handle it this spring?
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- A guide to incremental investing
May 01, 2013 - The trouble with investing in gold
April 24, 2013 - Alternative investments: Is there wisdom in the crowd?
March 06, 2013 - 6 ways to protect against investment scams
February 21, 2013
Savings Archives
Want an allowance, kids? Be ready to earn it May 21, 2013
A new survey finds that a broad majority of parents tie their kids' allowances to chores or academic performance. Will this help these children develop better financial habits?
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- 8 money moves for new graduates
May 13, 2013 - Considering a pension advance? Ask these 5 questions
May 08, 2013 - 5 calamities that wreck retirements
May 01, 2013 - Is Mom saving enough for retirement?
April 25, 2013
CD Rates Archive
Interest rates are changing: Are your finances prepared? May 22, 2013
Interest rates changed noticeably in early May, with some rates rising and yield spreads widening. Learn how you can adapt if this trend continues.
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- The curious case of today's bank rates
April 17, 2013 - Helping your portfolio age gracefully
April 03, 2013 - 6 reasons to think twice about hedge funds
January 09, 2013 - 5 hard facts on retirement
January 02, 2013
Mortgage Archives
Handling today's diverging bank rates March 27, 2013
Various interest rates are moving in different directions, which may require consumers to fine-tune their borrowing and deposit strategies.
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- 5 things to know before investing in real estate
February 27, 2013 - 4 financial lessons from 'Downton Abbey'
January 15, 2013 - 5 moves to make after the fiscal cliff
January 15, 2013 - Waiting to refinance: A dangerous game?
October 02, 2012
Checking Archives
Walmart's Bluebird card: Has checking met its match? November 02, 2012
Walmart's Bluebird prepaid debit card is a very competitive product, but there are some inherent drawbacks to using any prepaid card.
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- Why haven't consumers revolted against overdraft fees?
May 14, 2012 - Big banks face big issues
April 04, 2012 - Will overdraft fees benefit from the CFPB inquiry?
March 02, 2012 - Banks search for revenue from wary customers
February 03, 2012
Real People Archive
Working a second job to save for retirement July 02, 2012
Could a second, part-time job be the answer to catching up on your retirement savings? Read how one man is already doing it.
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- How my retirement went missing
April 27, 2012 - Lessons from my IRS audit
March 27, 2012 - My college-savings secrets
February 28, 2012 - Financial lessons from my divorce
January 23, 2012
