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Dec 05, 2023
Mariah Ackary
Former Editor, credit cards
EXPERTISE
- Credit cards
- Small business
EDUCATION
- University of South Carolina
About the author
Mariah Ackary is a personal finance writer specializing in small businesses and credit. Her work has been cited by media including Fortune, The New York Times, Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, and CNBC. Mariah is a lifelong writer. She hopes to make personal finance education easier and more approachable through her research and advice.
Mariah earned her bachelor’s degree in public relations with a minor in business administration from the School of Journalism and Mass Communications at the University of South Carolina in 2019.
Mariah's latest articles
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No movement for mortgage rates, despite Fed rate cut
Despite the Fed rate cut, mortgage rates hold steady.
3 min read Oct 01, 2025 -
Your credit card changed issuers. What should you do?
New credit card issuers can cause problems for cardholders who aren’t prepared.
5 min read Oct 01, 2025 -
Chase Sapphire Preferred Card vs. Chase Sapphire Reserve
Here’s how to choose between Sapphire Preferred and Sapphire Reserve.
9 min read May 15, 2025 -
Payday loans vs. installment loans: One is a much better option
If you’ve got poor credit and need cash fast, here are safer ways to borrow.
5 min read Jul 03, 2024 -
Guide to Delta One and Delta First Class
Everything you need to know about Delta’s top-tier fare options, first class and Delta One, and the best credit cards for scoring one of these premium seats.
10 min read May 28, 2024 -
SR-22 in North Carolina
Curious about North Carolina’s SR-22 insurance requirements? Bankrate can explain.
7 min read May 28, 2024 -
How a speeding ticket impacts your insurance in Maine
Here’s how much your insurance might increase after a speeding ticket in Maine.
6 min read Apr 17, 2024 -
How a speeding ticket impacts your insurance in Arkansas
Learn how much your insurance might increase after a speeding ticket in Arkansas.
8 min read Apr 17, 2024
