Personal Finance
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Key takeaways Predatory cards are often viewed as a last resort for those with the worst credit scores. These cards…
If you default on a 401(k) loan, the balance is usually treated as a taxable distribution. This may result in…
While some retirement plans allow in-service withdrawals, most discourage early access with penalties, taxes and missed growth potential. Before making…
Using a 401(k) loan for home improvement may feel like an easy solution to unexpected expenses. After all, you’re borrowing…
When a parent passes away, one of the biggest financial questions families face is whether their children can receive any…
Planning how and when to withdraw money from your retirement accounts can have a big impact on how much of…
Unlike traditional loans, a 401(k) loan is tied to your employer-sponsored retirement plan. That means your repayment options and timeline…
Medicare premiums are based on taxable income and a sudden increase can raise your costs. So if you are considering…
Combining a 401(k) from work with an IRA can help you grow savings faster and give you more options for…
Image by PM Images/Getty Images; Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate Mortgage rates held steady this week, with the 30-year fixed rate…
Image by GettyImages; Illustration by Bankrate Home equity rates nudged modestly higher in the latest week, sticking close to their…