Category: Advisor
This Travel Card Is Outsmarting the Competition—Here’s Why I Keep It In My Wallet
When it comes to selecting the best travel rewards credit card, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the options available. Two of the top contenders in recent years, however, have been the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card and the Chase Sapphire Reserve® card, which charge annual fees about as large as their lofty […]
A Higher Gas Tax Rolled Out In Several States—Here’s the Smartest Way to Fight Back
Gasoline taxes increased in several states on July 1, just ahead of Independence Day weekend and vacation season. Included in the gas tax hike are several states that already boast some of the highest gas prices in the country, including California and Washington. The excise tax is a government-imposed charge to cover the cost of […]
These Insurance Mistakes Could Cost You Thousands As A First-Time Renter—Here’s What To Avoid
Moving into your first apartment is exciting—finally, your place, your rules and a massive trip to Ikea. But one thing often gets skipped before you get settled in: renters insurance. It’s not the flashiest part of adulting, but if your stuff gets stolen, your apartment floods or a guest slips and gets hurt, it can […]
Riding Uber Or Lyft This 4th Of July? Use These Cards To Earn Cash Back
As you pack your bags in preparation for your upcoming Independence Day, your options for how to scoot around your new locale may be one of the biggest costs of your trip. Since the pandemic, prices of U.S. car rentals have surged. Travelers can expect to pay on average $49-$78 daily for a rental, according […]
Vet Bills Are Soaring in 2025 — These Tips Could Help You Save Thousands
A generational uptick in spending for pet parenthood, driven in part by Gen Z, means that millions are being hit with vet bills, including unexpected emergency costs. A March 2025 Colliers report cites data that 66% of American households now own at least one pet. The Rover pet site’s recently released “True Cost of Pet […]
The American Express Platinum Review 2025: Worth The Splurge Or Just A Shiny Hunk Of Metal?
A $695 annual fee isn’t exactly pocket change, but The Platinum Card® from American Express (Terms apply, see rates & fees) delivers plenty of perks to make that price tag feel worth it. So if you’re thinking, “That’s way too much,” you might want to give it another look. This card is perfect for those […]
Current Mortgage Refinance Rates: July 3, 2025 – Rates Climb
The rate on a 30-year fixed refinance rose to 6.66% today, according to the Mortgage Research Center. Rates averaged 5.58% for a 15-year financed mortgage and 6.42% for a 20-year financed mortgage. Related: Compare Current Refinance Rates !function(){“use strict”;window.addEventListener(“message”,(function(a){if(void 0!==a.data[“datawrapper-height”]){var e=document.querySelectorAll(“iframe”);for(var t in a.data[“datawrapper-height”])for(var r,i=0;r=e[i];i++)if(r.contentWindow===a.source){var d=a.data[“datawrapper-height”][t]+”px”;r.style.height=d}}}))}(); 30-Year Fixed Refinance Interest Rates Drop 1.08% Currently, the […]
Today’s Top Money Market Account Rates For July 3, 2025 – Rates Hit 4.5%
Key Takeaways The highest money market account rate available today is 4.50% Changes from the Fed or your bank can quickly change money market rates Online banks typically offer the most competitive yields on the market Current Money Market Rates As of today, the highest money market rate is 4.5%, compared to a national average […]
This Week’s Personal Loan Rates: July 1, 2025—Rates Move Higher
Rates on personal loans jumped up last week. But you can still snag a reasonable rate, whether you’re looking to finance a home remodeling project, deal with unexpected bills or temporarily improve your cash flow. From June 23 to June 28, the average fixed interest rate on a three-year personal loan was 13.87% for borrowers […]
Private Student Loan Rates: June 30, 2025 – Loan Rates Decrease
Rates on 10-year fixed-rate private student loans moved down last week. If you’re interested in picking up a private student loan, you can still get a relatively low rate. /*! purgecss start ignore */.tns-outer{padding:0!important}.tns-outer [hidden]{display:none!important}.tns-outer [aria-controls],.tns-outer [data-action]{cursor:pointer}.tns-slider{transition:all 0s}.tns-slider>.tns-item{box-sizing:border-box}.tns-horizontal.tns-subpixel{white-space:nowrap}.tns-horizontal.tns-subpixel>.tns-item{display:inline-block;vertical-align:top;white-space:normal}.tns-horizontal.tns-no-subpixel:after{clear:both;content:””;display:table}.tns-horizontal.tns-no-subpixel>.tns-item{float:left}.tns-horizontal.tns-carousel.tns-no-subpixel>.tns-item{margin-right:-100%}.tns-gallery,.tns-no-calc{left:0;position:relative}.tns-gallery{min-height:1px}.tns-gallery>.tns-item{left:-100%;position:absolute;transition:transform 0s,opacity 0s}.tns-gallery>.tns-slide-active{left:auto!important;position:relative}.tns-gallery>.tns-moving{transition:all .25s}.tns-autowidth{display:inline-block}.tns-lazy-img{opacity:.6;transition:opacity .6s}.tns-lazy-img.tns-complete{opacity:1}.tns-ah{transition:height 0s}.tns-ovh{overflow:hidden}.tns-visually-hidden{left:-10000em;position:absolute}.tns-transparent{opacity:0;visibility:hidden}.tns-fadeIn{filter:alpha(opacity=100);opacity:1;z-index:0}.tns-fadeOut,.tns-normal{filter:alpha(opacity=0);opacity:0;z-index:-1}.tns-vpfix{white-space:nowrap}.tns-vpfix>div,.tns-vpfix>li{display:inline-block}.tns-t-subp2{height:10px;margin:0 auto;overflow:hidden;position:relative;width:310px}.tns-t-ct{position:absolute;right:0;width:2333.3333333%;width:2333.33333%;width:2333.3333333333%}.tns-t-ct:after{clear:both;content:””;display:table}.tns-t-ct>div{float:left;height:10px;width:1.4285714%;width:1.42857%;width:1.4285714286%} /*! purgecss end ignore */@media (max-width:1023px){.small-card-rating.rate-fees-present{margin-top:-12px}}@media (max-width:370px){.small-card-rating.rate-fees-present{margin-top:0}}.small-card-rating .card-rating{align-items:center;background:#fff;border:1px solid #eee;border-radius:108px;box-shadow:0 4px […]
