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The Pentagon Federal Credit Union is offering a 2.99% APR on 12 to 60 months new auto loans, used auto loans, and refinance auto loans. The PenFed Credit Union primarily serves members of the military and employees of U.S. Department of Defense but you can also join if you workââ¬âor volunteerââ¬âfor The Red Cross.
Read →McGraw-Hill has paid out increasing dividends since 1972 and this trend is showing no signs of ceasing anytime soon.
Read →Global direct seller of beauty products Avon (AVP) has a 3% dividend yield and potentially massive exposure to the emerging Chinese market.
Read →There are few sure things in life: death and taxes. If one considers Hillenbrand (HI), one could possibly add dividends to that list.
Read →America's oldest tobacco company, Lorillard (LO), is doing well and paying out over 5% in dividends.
Read →The Blackstone Group (BX) has grown from a startup in 1985 to one of the world's biggest financial services companies. Not only is the firm growing in almost all markets, but it also yields a tasty 3.48% dividend yield.
Read →The banking industry has just emerged from a massive crisis. Some banks have performed better than others. Some have been paying dividends for decades and continue to do so. Consider First Niagara (FNFG).
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Four Tips on Negotiating the Price of a Car
Buying a car may seem overwhelming, but knowing what to do before you go to the dealership can make the experience an enjoyable one.
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How Low Will Mortgage Rates Go?
Mortgage rates continue to drop for the sixth straight week. How much lower can they go?
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Looking for Reward Programs for PIN-Based Debit Card Purchases? Bank of America Has a Few to Consider.
In a tough economy when interest rates are low, programs that offer other types of benefits can be alluring. Bank of America debit card rewards programs can be used even with PIN-based purchases, but each program has trade-offs.
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ETFs vs. Index Mutual Funds: Which Wins Out?
They both have their share of pros and cons. Find out which investment is smarter for you and your retirement.
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Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card: Is the Annual Fee Worth the Rewards?
The Capital One Venture Rewards credit card offers double-rewards for every dollar spent, and the process is streamlined and simplified if you redeem the rewards for travel. Because of the annual fee, you should only apply if you have excellent credit and if the card program already fits your spending habits.
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Want the Higher Interest Rate of 5-Year CDs but Need Liquidity? Consider CD Laddering.
While banking giants such as Bank of America are announcing further interest rate cuts on long-term CDs, itââ¬â¢s not too late to lock in that higher rate now. CD laddering will help give you liquidity while protecting you from having all your funds stuck in a 5-year CD with a low interest rate.
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Consumers Being More Careful with Their Extra Money
What are you doing with your extra money these days? Many homeowners are using it to refinance their homes at these historically low rates.
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Three Tips for Protecting Your CD Investments
Investing in a CD is a great idea. But do you know how to protect your investment and help it grow to its full potential?
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