Articles by Peter Bennett

Peter is a staff writer at MyBankTracker.com who covers banking, personal finance, investing and homeownership.

5 Ways to Take Advantage of the Rising Dollar Today A rising dollar presents American consumers with several buying opportunities. Here are 5 great ways to take advantage of the dollar's rising value. Banks vs. Credit Unions: Where to Get a Mortgage? Photo of Peter Bennett Peter Bennett Banks vs. Credit Unions: Where to Get a Mortgage? What's the difference between getting a mortgage loan at your bank vs. a credit... 10 Ways to Copy How Rich Celebrities Save Money Photo of Peter Bennett Peter Bennett 10 Ways to Copy How Rich Celebrities Save Money Too often we read about people who spend money, lavishing millions on homes, cars,... Avoid the 10 Worst Investments Ever With These Smarter Alternatives There's is lots of competition for the worst investments ever, including penny stocks, buying a home and time shares. Should You Rollover Certificate of Deposit (CD) After it Matures With interest rates still super low, savers are asking themselves, are CDs worth it? Here are 10 options to consider as your CD approaches maturity. How to Reduce Some of Your Mortgage Closing Fees Photo of Peter Bennett Peter Bennett How to Reduce Some of Your Mortgage Closing Fees Shopping for a home loan might not be as easy as comparing carbs and calories on the... How Amortized Fixed Rate (ARM) Mortgage Loans Works Photo of Peter Bennett Peter Bennett How Amortized Fixed Rate (ARM) Mortgage Loans Works Amortization, the word, stems from the Latin “mort,” meaning death. In real estate... Renting an Upstairs Apartment or Downstairs: What is Better? Does renting an upstairs apartment or downstairs make more sense? What factors should you consider before making your move? When Picking a New Bank Based on Bank Reviews Consider These Helpful Tips Bank reviews provide readers with powerful information and insight, which can prove invaluable in helping them choose the right bank for their needs. The Disadvantages of Buying a New Car Photo of Peter Bennett Peter Bennett The Disadvantages of Buying a New Car Despite the seasonal sales pitches by car dealers to take advantage of some of the...