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Marcos Cabello, J.D.

Writer, Banking
  • 5
    Years of Experience
Ribbon Icon EXPERTISE
  • Economic policy
  • Consumer banking
  • Savings accounts
  • Public policy
  • Federal Reserve news
Education Icon EDUCATION
  • Juris Doctor, Boston University
  • Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts, Criminology and Philosophy. Minor in Psychology, Florida State University

Marcos Cabello is a financial journalist with five years of experience translating complex money matters into clear, actionable insights for readers. His reporting has been featured on CNET, NextAdvisor, and the Academic Times, where he has covered the full spectrum of personal finance topics—from insurance and investing to emerging trends like cryptocurrency. Marcos has developed a strong track record for explaining Federal Reserve policy decisions and their real-world impact in ways that empower individuals to make informed choices.

Before joining Bankrate, Marcos attended law school, where he honed his analytical skills before returning to his first passion: storytelling. His work blends legal precision with an accessible writing style, helping readers navigate financial decisions with confidence.

When he’s not behind the keyboard, Marcos can often be found playing video games, practicing magic tricks, publishing videos on TikTok and Instagram or diving into creative writing projects.

Marcos beyond Bankrate

As the Cost of Food Goes Up, Community Fridges and Food Banks Step In

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How Video Games Instill Financial Literacy

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Here’s how you can earn thousands by moving to a new town

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How 2 Families Are Navigating Financial Uncertainty

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Saving money in today’s economy isn’t easy — especially if you’re just starting out. But with a plan, a strong savings account and steady contributions, you can start building your nest egg little by little.

— Marcos Cabello, J.D.

Marcos's latest articles

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    Read our experts' review on Popular Direct's features and product offerings. Bankrate reviews and compares hundreds of banks to help find the right fit for you.

    1 min read Aug 28, 2025
  • Citibank CD Interest Rates

    Citibank offers several types of CDs with a large range of terms to choose from. Some of those CDs offer competitive yields.

    2 min read Aug 28, 2025
  • TD Bank CD Interest Rates

    TD Bank offers tiered interest rates; however, you can find higher yields elsewhere.

    2 min read Aug 28, 2025
  • Bank Of America CD Rates

    Bank of America offers two kinds of CD account types: featured CDs and fixed term CDs. Featured CDs offer a higher APY, but require a higher balance. Fixed term CDs offer lower APYs but have a lower minimum deposit requirement.

    2 min read Aug 28, 2025
  • FNBO Direct Review

    Read our experts' review on FNBO Direct's features and product offerings. Bankrate reviews and compares hundreds of banks to help find the right fit for you.

    1 min read Aug 27, 2025
  • Illustration of a present box, flying in the air tied to a balloon with a dollar sign on it.

    What are promotional (teaser) rates?

    Deposit accounts like high-yield savings accounts or high-yield checking accounts can be powerful tools for growing your money — but the headline rate you see advertised isn’t always the rate you’ll [...]

    4 min read Aug 27, 2025
  • Best Online Checking Accounts for August 2025

    The best online checking accounts charge few fees, belong to a large ATM network, offer highly rated mobile apps and have other perks like early direct deposit and cash back.

    9 min read Aug 27, 2025