American unemployment claims fall to 360,000, another pandemic low
The United States set another pandemic low in this week's jobs report, showing only 360,000 first-time filers for unemployment.
How to refinance student loans for 30 years
Refinancing your student loans to a 30-year term can lower your monthly payment, freeing up more money for other financial goals.
15-year mortgage refinance rate volatility continues with quarter-point jump | July 15, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 15, 2021, which are mostly down from yesterday, except 15-year rates, which rose.
Who is eligible for child tax credit payments, and what to do if you don't qualify
The child tax credit is beginning to go out to millions of families across the U.S. Here's everything you need to know.
Today's mortgage rates — 20-year, 15-year tick downward | July 15, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for July 15, 2021, which are trending down from yesterday for 20-year and 15-year terms.
Biden's Education Department hires student loan forgiveness advocate: How your college debt could be impacted
The Biden administration has hired a student loans expert who believes the Education Secretary has the legal authority to forgive student debt under executive order. Here's what that means for your college debt.
Exiting mortgage forbearance? Avoid foreclosure with these 5 tips
Forbearance periods are drawing to a close. What are your options to help avoid foreclosure?
Private student loan rates drop to their lowest level since March
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
How to find student loans without a cosigner
Some private lenders offer student loans without a cosigner. But they often require you to have good credit and a solid income.
Average homeowner gains more than $30K in home equity over last year
Home equity is rising, surging nearly 20 percent, or by more than $30,000 per homeowner, since last year.
15-year, 10-year mortgage refinance rates flip, others rise | July 14, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 14, 2021, which are mostly up from yesterday.
Today's mortgage rates trending up after 3 days of stability | July 14, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for July 14, 2021, which are trending up from yesterday.
Revolving credit balances grew by 11.4% in May, Fed finds: How to pay off your credit cards
Revolving credit debt increased 11.4 percent in May, according to the Fed's latest report. Credit card borrowers with high balances and monthly bills could consider paying off debt with one of these methods.
Senate Democrats reach $3.5 trillion budget agreement
Senate Democrats say that they have reached a budget agreement among themselves that envisions spending an enormous $3.5 trillion over the coming decade.
Child tax credit: First payments go out July 15
The IRS said that the first payments from the expanded child tax credit signed into law with President Joe Biden’s $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package will begin hitting families’ bank accounts on July 15.
With sub-3% mortgage rates a reality, here's what homeowners and buyers should do now
Average 30-year mortgage rates have dipped below 3 percent again, while 15-year rates dropped near all-time lows, according to Freddie Mac. Here's how you can take advantage of sub-3 percent mortgage rates.
Consumer prices jump at highest rate since 2008 – Here's how to access cash now
Consumer prices are surging at their fastest pace since 2008 as the economy continues to recover.
Personal loan interest rates plummet to 3-month low
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Fixed-rate student loan refinancing rates hold at bargain lows
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Federal student loan rates jump nearly 1% in July: How to make the most of your options
Interest rates on federal student loans rise for the upcoming school year. Here are your options.