Doug Whiteman
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2017 Best Cities To Retire
Bankrate scored the 50 biggest U.S. metro areas for factors including weather and cost of living. We count down to the city with the best mix of amenities for retirees. → Read More
The 10 Worst States For Foreclosures
Foreclosure rates declined in June, but some states are still having a tough time. → Read More
Foreclosure Rates By State
New Jersey had the nation's highest foreclosure rate in May. How did your state do? → Read More
The 10 Most Affordable Cities For Buying A Car
These are the places where household budgets can best handle today’s vehicle prices. → Read More
Foreclosure Rates By State
New Jersey had the nation’s highest foreclosure rate in April. How did your state do? → Read More
The 10 Worst States For Foreclosures
Foreclosure rates plummeted nationwide in April, but these states are still hurting. → Read More
Kelly Ripa Net Worth
The talk host has a new “Live!” co-host, and lots of cash to show for her TV fame. → Read More
The 10 Best States For Your Retirement
These states offer seniors a good life, though not necessarily warmth or sun. → Read More
Deer Crashes: 10 States Where Your Risk Is Highest
Antler alert! See if you live in a place with a high rate for collisions with deer. → Read More
Experts Give Presidential Candidates Failing Grades On Their Economic Plans
The presidential campaign has been a raucous and unpredictable spectacle that has aroused a range of strong emotions -- including disgust from many of the nation's greatest economic minds. In our 2nd-quarter 2016 Bankrate Economic Indicator survey of leading economists, we asked: What grade would you give to the quality of the debate about economic issues during the current presidential… → Read More
Asking Experts: What Will Drive Stocks In 2016?
Spencer Platt/Getty Images The stock market has already taken investors on a dizzying ride in this relatively young year, plunging and then making up its lost ground. As part of our 2nd quarter 2016 Bankrate Market Mavens survey of leading financial market analysts, we asked: What forces will be the biggest drivers for stocks over the next year? "Zero rates and negative interest rate will be the… → Read More
Is A Recession Likely In The Next 18 Months?
Growth in the U.S. economy slowed at the end of 2015 amid growing economic storm clouds from overseas and other challenges. In our 1st-quarter 2016 Bankrate Economic Indicator survey of leading economists, we asked: What are the odds that the U.S. economy could tip into a recession in the next 12-18 months? “20%. Tightening financial conditions, growth shocks from abroad and more global… → Read More
Money Facts About Leap Year
mbbirdy/E+/Getty Images Dollar$ and cents of leap day It's time for that other 4-year oddity -- the one without debates, robocalls or nasty campaign ads. We're talking about leap year, when February has 29 days. It dates back to Julius Caesar, who wanted a calendar more closely aligned with the Earth's orbit around the sun. Since the trip actually takes about 365 1/4 days, an extra day was… → Read More
See where Walmart stores are closing
More than 150 U.S. Walmart, Sam's Club and related stores are going out of business. → Read More
Friends Actors Net Worth
© Frank Trapper/Sygma/Corbis Net worth of the 'Friends' stars Life has hardly been stuck in 2nd gear for the stars of "Friends." The actors who played Chandler, Monica, Joey, Phoebe, Ross and Rachel have a combined net worth of more than half a billion dollars, according to CelebrityNetWorth.com. As they prepare to share the spotlight again in a 2-hour NBC special next month, we look at which of… → Read More
Is your Macy’s store closing?
Macy's is shuttering 40 of its stores where its retail sales have been weakest. Is your local Macy's on the list? → Read More
The Fed’s ‘close call’
The Federal Reserve indicates last month's rate hike was no slam dunk. → Read More
Asking Market Experts: Will the Feds Interest Rate Hikes Disrupt Markets?
After months, if not years, of suspense and speculation, the Federal Reserve has finally begun lifting interest rates off the record-low levels imposed in the aftermath of the financial crisis. As part of our 1st-quarter 2016 Bankrate Market Mavens survey of leading financial market analysts, we asked: Do you see a risk that the Fed's attempts to "normalize" interest rates could cause disruption… → Read More
Economists: Whats the No. 1 challenge for the next president?
The economy has taken its usual prime spot among campaign issues as candidates debate sluggish economic growth, income inequality, the minimum wage and related matters ahead of the 2016 primary season. What will be the single largest economic challenge facing the new president and members of Congress elected next year? “Income inequality, lack of infrastructure investment and rising health care… → Read More
Deer Crash Risks By State
Will you find a deer in your headlights? See the deer-crash risk in your state By Doug Whiteman • Bankrate.com → Read More