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3 weeks ago | 
bankrate.com | Brittany Howard |Kellye Guinan
Bankrate loans editor Katie Lowery recently bought a car. Despite working in finance for 11 years, the experience was a new one for her. For one thing, this was her first time financing a brand-new car. It was also her first time financing a vehicle for over $10,000. While Lowery has been a devoted fan of credit union financing for years, she reports that she had a great experience with manufacturer financing and would consider it again in the future.
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1 month ago | 
yahoo.com | Kellye Guinan
Key takeawaysRentals for small RVs or trailers can start at $100 to $200 per night. The cost of purchasing an RV can be steep, ranging from $10,000 to $1 million. If you decide to buy, consider buying used to reduce the purchase price. More than 11 million U.S. households currently own an RV, which is the highest number ever recorded, according to the RV Industry Association. However, buying an RV is a big expense.
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1 month ago | 
bankrate.com | Denny Ceizyk |Kellye Guinan |Emmanuel Nyame
72 percent of credit card debt holders make at least some effort to earn credit card rewards, according to data from a recent Bankrate survey. More than half (54 percent) of credit card debtors say it’s gotten harder to pay off their credit card debt in the past year. 41 percent of Americans who maxed out or came close to maxing out their cards saw their credit scores decline. 33 percent of U.S. adults have more credit card debt than emergency savings.
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1 month ago | 
bankrate.com | Rebecca Betterton |Kellye Guinan
Vehicle inventory has increased, making it much easier for shoppers to find the car they want this year. One way to spend less time at the dealership is to research prices and negotiation tactics beforehand. Comparing different loan options will help you to secure the best deal when purchasing a vehicle this year. A car can be the second most expensive purchase many consumers make in their lifetime.
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1 month ago | 
abc6onyourside.com | Kellye Guinan
Choosing a debt consolidation lender: How to find the bestby Kellye GuinanMon, March 17th 2025 at 12:58 PMThe Good Brigade/Getty Images
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1 month ago | 
komonews.com | Kellye Guinan
Key takeawaysDebt consolidation can be accomplished with a personal loan or credit card, depending on your needs and financial goals. Competitive rates typically go to those with good to excellent credit — FICO credit scores of 670 or above. Look for an interest rate that’s lower than what you currently pay to get the best deal. Debt consolidation involves combining multiple debts into a single account to reduce the number of bills you pay each month.
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2 months ago | 
bankrate.com | Mia Taylor |Kellye Guinan |Kenneth Chavis IV
Lease acquisition fees typically range from $600 to over $1,000. The acquisition fee will likely be higher when you lease a more expensive vehicle. The acquisition fee can either be paid upfront or bundled into the monthly payments on your lease. An acquisition fee is a fee you pay when leasing a car or other types of vehicles. It may also be referred to as the assignment, administrative, or origination fee.
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2 months ago | 
finder.com | Kellye Guinan |Kat Aoki |Megan B. Shepherd
Is Fundera legit? Yes, Fundera by NerdWallet is a legitimate service that works with legitimate lending partners. It’s helped more than 85,000 small businesses access over $2.5 billion in funding, and it has a number of programs and resources to help small business owners. It also has a secure website and online form to keep your personal and business information safe. What makes Fundera shine?
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2 months ago | 
bankrate.com | Rebecca Betterton |Kellye Guinan
An in-depth cleaning can run you over $300. Factors like the condition and size of the car, as well as add-ons like stain protection, can affect price. Getting a car cleaned is important for safety reasons, and it could possibly increase the overall value if you want to sell the car. You can also clean and detail your car yourself by using a multipurpose cleaner and glass cleaner, removing trash and vacuuming.
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2 months ago | 
bankrate.com | Kellye Guinan |Pippin Wilbers |Beverly Harzog
Cosigning an auto loan will not usually affect your auto insurance policy or the rates you pay. If you are a cosigner for an auto loan, you are not liable for any accidents or damages caused by the primary borrower. The primary impact to your insurance will be if you are also on the policy that covers the vehicle — or if you are the co-owner. When a family member or friend needs help securing a loan to buy a car, you may be asked to cosign the loan.
