About Bankrate


Bankrate guides savers and spenders through the next steps of their financial journey. Whether you’re buying a home, paying off a loan or saving up for college, we offer free tools and resources to help you reach your goals.

Who We Are
For every next, Bankrate is there


No financial journey is a straight path. It's an odyssey, full of twists, turns and unexpected detours. When you arrive at a fork in the road, you can depend on Bankrate to help you choose the right direction.
 
From our product comparison tools to award-winning editorial content, we provide objective information and actionable next steps to help you make informed decisions. It’s why over 100 million people put their trust in us every year.

Bankrate guides savers and spenders through the next steps of their financial journey.

Over four decades
The trusted name in personal finance
Founded in 1976 as the Bank Rate Monitor, a print publisher for the banking industry, Bankrate has a long track record of helping people make smart financial decisions. 
 
We’ve maintained this reputation over four decades by prioritizing facts and experience over hype and hearsay, and quickly responding to economic trends that offer our users a more relevant experience.

Our mission

To empower people to make smarter financial decisions.

We believe...
Integrity is priceless
We must be honest and ethical in everything that we do.

We prioritize...
People over profits
Achieving business goals happens naturally when you put people first

We know that...
Personal finance is personal
We must meet people where they are and approach every decision with empathy.

What we offer
Rates, tools and guidance for every step of your financial journey
Bankrate offers a number of free resources that empower you to take command of your finances — and control of your life.

Award-winning editorial content
Read 300+ pieces published monthly, from financial news to general advice.

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Product comparison tools
Shop and compare personalized offers from top banks, lenders and carriers.

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Financial calculators
Crunch the numbers with 200+ calculators available sitewide.

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Objective reviews
Find the right financial institution with our extensive in-house reviews.

why millions turn to bankrate
The go-to source for all things finance

Bankrate demystifies financial decision-making and gives you confidence in which actions to take next. For example, let’s say you’re looking to purchase a home.

Our home affordability calculator can help you set a budget

Our editorial content can help you determine the type of loan you may need

Our comparison tools can help you find your perfect mortgage match.

We can even pinpoint your best offers and provide next steps — all while protecting your privacy, personal information and credit score.