Inflation can significantly erode the buying power of cash and threaten households' savings over the long term.

Explore current mortgage rates and what they mean for homebuyers.

Other surcharges that consumers may encounter include a “fair wage” or “living wage fee” surcharge, which is designed to be ...

Federal Reserve officials divided on interest rate cuts, adding uncertainty for a December cut. Americans lack emergency ...

On paper, the US economy looks strong. But for millions of Americans, the day-to-day reality is far less rosy.

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe talks to Bankrate analyst Ted Rossman about consumer spending and debt, and what it tells us about the ...

By Kris Batch The holidays are usually called the most wonderful time of the year, but they are also typically the most expensive time of the year. In a recent survey from Bankrate, 54% of respondents ...

Many towns are holding unique events to support local businesses and attract shoppers, not only on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 29, but all season, ...

First time homebuyers mostly hear about upfront costs of buying, like down payment and closing costs. But what are the ...