Marcos Cabello

Writer, Banking/Deposits
Ribbon EXPERTISE
  • Consumer banking
  • Personal finance
  • Economic policy
  • Federal Reserve news
Education 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 banking writer at Bankrate, where he’s dedicated to helping readers make the best decisions about their finances. Currently, Marcos writes about consumer banking, reviewing deposit products like certificates of deposit, savings, checking and money market accounts. Previously, Marcos wrote about money for CNET and NextAdvisor, running the gamut of personal finance topics including U.S. economic policy and cryptocurrency.

If you don’t find Marcos behind his computer screen, you’ll probably find him behind another screen, playing the newest Nintendo Switch title, streaming the latest TV show, reading a book on his Kindle or doing some creative writing.

Marcos's Picks

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The 10 largest credit unions in the US

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What are basis points and how are they used?

These nebulous numeric notations better indicate changes in interest rates.

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How to join a credit union: Here’s what to do to become a member

Here’s what you need to do to become a credit union member.

Marcos's latest articles

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  • Customers Bank

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  • Citizens Bank

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

    3 min read Jul 26, 2024

  • Ally

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

    3 min read Jul 26, 2024

  • Citizens Bank CD rates

    Citizens Bank only offers one option for a CD on its website. The annual percentage yield (APY) is fairly competitive, but you’ll find much higher yields at the top online banks.

    1 min read Jul 24, 2024

  • Wells Fargo checking accounts

    Wells Fargo offers several checking accounts with different features. Here's what you need to know about minimum balances, fees and perks.

    5 min read Jul 24, 2024