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What Is the 100,000-Mile Rule in Car Insurance?The 100,000-mile rule in car insurance can help you slash premiums by ditching coverage you can't use.
By Rachael Green
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What Medicare Covers When You Travel in the US and AbroadMedical emergencies can happen at any time. Knowing what Medicare coverage you have, anywhere in the world, can help you avoid a massive bill.
By Donna LeValley
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The 1% Deductible Rule to Avoid Overpaying for Home InsuranceYou could be overpaying for home insurance if your deductible is too low. But going too high can be just as risky. That's where the 1% deductible rule comes in.
By Rachael Green
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Should You Get a Long-Term or Short-Term CD Before the Fed Meeting?Is a long-term or short-term CD better to open before the Fed meeting this week? Here's what you need to know.
By Erin Bendig
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Why a 5-year CD is Still Your Best Bet After the Fed MeetingWith the rate pause at the April Fed meeting, you still have time to lock in historically high interest rates with a 5-year CD.
By Rachael Green
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How To Get the Best Savings Account BonusesA savings account bonus gives your savings a head start while taking advantage of high interest rates before they disappear. Here's what you need to know.
By Erin Bendig
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Why You Should Get Whole Life Insurance After the Fed MeetingNow is a good time to diversify your retirement portfolio with a whole life insurance policy.
By Rachael Green
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Is It Worth Getting a High-Yield Savings Account Before the Fed Meeting?The Fed didn't cut rates at its April meeting, giving savers more time to capitalize on higher rates.
By Sean Jackson
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Best CD Rates — A Risk-Free Way to SaveSavings The best CD rates allow you to outpace inflation and reach your savings goal fast. See our top picks.
By Sean Jackson
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