With travel credit cards and loyalty programs, nothing lasts forever. Welcome bonuses, benefits and rules are in constant flux. The best deals can last for years or be erased in a matter of weeks. With that in mind, I’ve identified three opportunities to take advantage of in 2026, all of …
The holidays may be over but your budget could still be carrying the weight of all that spending. In fact, according to a LendingTree survey, more than a third of Americans (37%) racked up holiday debt this year, averaging $1,223 — up from $1,181 last year and the highest level …
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A new year tends to make people pause and think about what they want to do differently with their money. One place people seem to be curious about is what the wealthy do. CNBC Select spoke with Michael Sonnenfeldt, founder of TIGER 21, a peer-to-peer network for high-net-worth individuals, about …
Nearly 175 million Americans carried credit card debt into the holiday season, according to TransUnion data. With balances averaging more than $6,500 and APRs hovering around 23%, clearing the ledger is on many people’s minds in the new year. Making progress with debt can feel insurmountable, especially if you didn’t …
Alexander Spatari | Moment | Getty Images If you’ve fallen behind on your student loans, it may be more challenging to get a property manager to approve you for rental housing, financial experts say. “Delinquency is a bad sign for creditworthiness, and landlords may choose not to rent to potential …
Between hosting dinners, buying gifts and travel, the holidays can get pretty expensive. And if you’re finding that your paycheck just doesn’t go as far as it once did, credit cards or personal loans may seem like the easiest way to extend your income to afford everything the holiday season …
While December is often considered the best time to buy a car, the first month of the year means less competition and dealers who are even more desperate to offload last year’s models. This January is especially ripe for deals, according to Kelley Blue Book managing editor Sean Tucker, as …
Parties and events are some of the most enjoyable ways to connect with loved ones to celebrate the holidays and mark special occasions — whether it’s a small family dinner or a fully catered, Instagram-worthy soiree. But while the memories are priceless, party costs can quickly add up, especially if …
If you’re *this close* to paying off your credit card balance and want to walk into the new year debt-free, there are a handful of small, but helpful, steps you can take in these last couple weeks you have left. Apart from winning the lottery or receiving a surprise inheritance, …
