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A full listing of Bankrate's step-by-step advice for readers and their money moves from checking a credit report to buying a new car
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How do I ... Decide to buy a new or a used car?
Article: Here's a guide for deciding whether to buy a new or used car.
2009-01-25T07:00:00
How do I…Find a college scholarship?
Article: Scholarships are one of the best ways to take some of the cost out of ever-rising tuition.
2008-12-01T11:14:00
How do I … Open an account online?
Article: Opening a brokerage or CD account online isn't much different from doing so over the phone or in person.
2008-12-01T11:50:00
How do I …Open an IRA?
Article: Saving in an individual retirement account is a great way to reduce taxes while building a nest egg.
2009-01-23T07:00:00
How do I … Get a secured credit card?
Article: Whether just starting out or in some credit trouble, a secured credit card can help build a credit history.
2008-12-01T13:26:00
How do I ... Claim a tax deduction for home equity interest
Article: If you've taken out a home equity loan or HELOC, don't forget you can deduct the interest.
2009-01-23T14:42:00
How do I … Decide if I should rent or buy a home?
Article: Owning a home is not the right choice for every person.
2009-01-25T07:00:00
How do I … Calculate my taxable income?
Article: Doing your taxes can be a headache, and figuring out your taxable income is no exception.
2009-01-25T07:00:00
How do I ... Get overdraft protection?
Article: Learn how to get overdraft protection on your checking account.
2008-12-18T07:00:00
How do I ... Get health insurance?
Article: Here's a guide to obtaining private health insurance if you are self-employed.
2010-11-18T00:00:00
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Mortgage Rates
High Yield CD and MMA Rates
Other Rates
About this index
Overnight Averages
Product Rate +/- Last week
30 yr fixed
5.02%
4.98%
15 yr fixed
4.55%
4.54%
5/1 ARM
4.18%
4.09%
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Product Rate +/- Last week
30K Home Equity Loan
8.36%
8.30%
30K HELOC
5.29%
5.27%
50K HELOC
5.02%
5.00%
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Product Rate +/- Last week
36 Mo Used Car
7.15%
7.21%
48 Mo Used Car
7.02%
7.09%
48 Mo New Car
6.79%
6.81%
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Product Yield +/- Last week
1 Yr CD
1.71%
1.71%
5 Yr CD
2.94%
2.91%
6 Mo CD
1.26%
1.27%
Compare rates:
Product Rate
Low Interest Cards 9.71%
Balance Transfer Cards 14.54%
All Variable 11.68%
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