Personal Finance
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Key takeaways Leasing an electric vehicle (EV) allows you to test out the driving experience without committing to full ownership.…
Key takeaways Secured auto loans are the most common financing option for borrowers looking to purchase a vehicle. These types…
Key takeaways Access to credit is tightening for all consumers, but particularly for consumers with subprime credit scores of 699…
Key takeaways A personal loan can get you cash within days at a fixed rate and steady payment. Personal loans…
Image: Getty Images; Illustration: Bankrate HELOC rates are feeling the impact of the Federal Reserve’s recent quarter-point rate cut. The…
Most drivers only interact with a rental car on vacations or time away — and for many, they can also…
Key takeaways Applying for a car loan with good to excellent credit may result in a more competitive interest rate…
Luis Alvarez/GettyImages; Illustration by Hunter Newton/Bankrate Key takeaways There is no minimum credit score required to buy a car, but…
Key takeaways There are two main types of student loans: federal and private. Federal student loans are easier to qualify…
Key takeaways No-credit-check loans target borrowers with poor credit or limited credit history. These loans often carry sky-high interest rates,…
Key takeaways The amount you can afford for a car depends on whether you’re buying or leasing — the latter…














