US unemployment claims drop by 14,000 to 385,000
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 385,000. The applications have mostly fallen steadily since early January.
Starbucks to raise starting barista wages to $12 per hour, dole out 5% pay increases
Starbucks will increase employee wages by at least 5% in October and raise its starting barista wages to $12, the company said.
Today's mortgage refinance rates notch 22nd straight day below 3% | August 4, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for August 4, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.
Summer treat: Today's mortgage rates hold at bargain lows | August 4, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for August 4, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.
5-year fixed personal loan rates inch up, but still cheaper than last year
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Two student loan servicers end federal contracts, deserting 10M borrowers — are you impacted?
Nearly 10 million borrowers will have their student loans reassigned to a new servicer. See how you can ensure a smooth transition.
Survey says most Americans overpaying for car insurance: How to lower your rate now
Most drivers think they are paying a fair price for their car insurance, but experts disagree.
Variable-rate student loan refinancing rates plummet to 12-month low
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
5 reasons why millennials should buy life insurance now: expert
Millennials are increasingly thinking about life insurance. Here are five reasons why they should buy life insurance now.
Bill would send US adults 'guaranteed income' of up to $1,200 per month
A bill proposed by Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., would send monthly payments of up to $1,200 to adults and $600 to kids following years-long pilot programs.
Florida plastic recycling firm to build $440M Georgia plant
A Florida-based plastic recycling company has announced plans to build a $440 million plant in Augusta.
Biden administration has canceled $1.5B in student loan debt so far: Who could benefit next
The Biden Administration has erased $1.5 billion worth of college debt under loan forgiveness programs for 92,000 borrowers who met certain eligibility requirements. See if you qualify, and consider alternative loan repayment programs.
Today's average mortgage rate marks 20th straight day below 2.5% | August 2, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for August 2, 2021, which are trending down from last Friday.
Today's mortgage refinance rates dip back to record lows | August 2, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for August 2, 2021, which are a mixed bag from last Friday.
Most Americans say it’s a good time to sell a home – here’s why you may consider a mortgage refinance instead
Home prices are surging at a record pace, causing consumers to agree now is not a good time to buy a home.
Expiration of eviction moratorium thrusts US into housing crisis
Millions of Americans are at risk of losing their homes now that the federal eviction moratorium has expired.
Pilot recalls sudden, chaotic shipwreck off Georgia coast
When the giant cargo ship began to tip over off the Georgia coast, harbor pilot Jonathan Tennant found himself on his side, screaming orders in the darkness while flying debris that felt like gravel pelted him.
Biden administration extends eviction freeze: What to do if you’re struggling to make payments
The Biden administration is extending its eviction moratorium, but calls on Congress to do more.
Concern over foreclosure increases after forbearance ends 'wildly overestimated,' expert says
As forbearance periods close, one expert says not to expect a wave of foreclosures.
Biden facing renewed push from Dems to cancel $50K in student loan debt per borrower, extend payment freeze
Key Democrats are once again urging Biden to cancel student loans and extend the student loan payment freeze.