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Is It Ever Too Late to Buy Life Insurance?

Life insurance can provide security, protection and peace of mind. It's never too late to explore your options.

Lease or Buy a New Car? Here’s How to Decide.

Automotive leases can get complicated, to say the least. Here are a few simple ways to know whether buying or leasing is the way to go.

The Current State of CD Rates: Maximize Your Returns

With interest rates expected to drop later this year, now may be the time to open a CD and lock in a high interest rate for your cash.

How to Budget for Pet Costs (and Avoid Debt)

Here’s a simple framework to keep four-legged friends from running up your credit card balance.

The State of Emergency Funds in 2024

With inflation so high, Americans are spending more and saving less. Does this mean the end of the emergency fund?

Time vs. Timing: Why Time in the Markets Is More Important for Long-Term Investors

Financial experts tend to recommend focusing on long-term investing rather than timing the market. Here are five tips to help you do so.

Spotting Scams: Common Types of Investment Scams and How to Avoid Them

Investment scams resulted in reports of heavy losses in 2023. Here's how to spot red flags and protect yourself.

Can Traditional Banks Survive in a Digital World?

With online banks growing in popularity, can traditional brick-and-mortar banks survive in a digital world?

Are No-Penalty CDs Worth It?

With a no-penalty CD, you can access funds any time penalty-free while taking advantage of today's high interest rates.

Banking 101: Your Complete Guide to Understanding Banking Basics

Simplify your banking journey with InvestorPlace’s comprehensive banking guide. Learn which account types fit your savings goals.

Switching Banks for Higher Rates: Is It Worth the Hassle?

Switching banks can be worth it for a higher rate, even if doing so is often a hassle. However, there are several factors to consider…

How Joining a Credit Union Could Save You Hundreds of Dollars This Year

Interest rates are eight to 10 points higher at the largest credit card companies even if you have a good credit score. But there are plenty of credit unions out there with better rates on lots of different financial services.

So you’re out of debt. What’s next?

Being in debt is a stressful, often overwhelming, place to be in life. It can impact your relationships, your job prospects, and your ability to…

Buy Now, Pay Later: What’s the Catch?

BNPL has some clear advantages over credit cards - only IF you use it wisely. Here's how it works and the traps to avoid.

5 Ways to Tell If I Should Apply for That Rewards Credit Card

If you’ve got things to buy anyway, you may as well earn cash, flights, hotels, or gift cards while doing it. There are just a few considerations that the credit-card ad is going to minimize… or fail to mention at all.

Inflation: What It Is and Why It Matters

Inflation is a sustained rise in the costs of goods and services, which results in lower purchasing power. Learn how inflation works, how it is…