High oil prices due to the Iran war are pushing gasoline prices higher and that could lead to grocery bills rising for American consumers. Oil prices surged in recent weeks after the outbreak of the Iran war, rising from the $60 to $70 a barrel range for most of February to…

Martinns/GettyImages; Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate A money market account is a type of savings deposit account that tends to offer check-writing privileges and a debit card for ATM access to your savings. Typically, savings accounts usually don’t let you write checks from the account, making money market accounts a unique…

Federal Reserve policymakers are monitoring the conflict with Iran for its potential impact on inflation and consumer prices, as energy prices have jumped since the outbreak of hostilities. Oil prices briefly surged over $100 a barrel amid fears of supply disruptions caused by the conflict with Iran, which threatens to stem…

Key takeaways Buying a second home will effectively double your housing expenses, so consider your overall financial picture carefully first. If you plan to rent out the home to offset some of the cost, be sure to research local regulations and tax implications. If you plan to vacation there, make…