Americans rank debt payoff as highest financial priority, study shows — How to make it happen
The No. 1 personal finance goal for Americans is debt repayment, a recent study showed. Consider paying off your debt with one of these debt management strategies.
The No. 1 personal finance goal for Americans is debt repayment, a recent study showed. Consider paying off your debt with one of these debt management strategies.
How to pay off $60,000 in credit card debt
Credit card debt can quickly spiral out of control, adding up to tens of thousands of dollars. Dedication and a solid strategy can help you pay off debt.
Credit card debt can quickly spiral out of control, adding up to tens of thousands of dollars. Dedication and a solid strategy can help you pay off debt.
Housing market shows signs of cooling, which is good news for home buyers
With stagnant home prices and lackluster sales, will the housing market cool off? Home supply may still limit buyers, but low interest rates make it a good time to buy.
With stagnant home prices and lackluster sales, will the housing market cool off? Home supply may still limit buyers, but low interest rates make it a good time to buy.
Applying for FAFSA is about to get a lot easier
If you're thinking of applying for federal student aid there are some changes to the process to be aware of.
If you're thinking of applying for federal student aid there are some changes to the process to be aware of.
Here’s how COVID-19 changed the mortgage process
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted all parts of the mortgage process, from the record-low interest rates to the stricter loan standards that many lenders have implemented.
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted all parts of the mortgage process, from the record-low interest rates to the stricter loan standards that many lenders have implemented.
Hot housing market eliminates some risks from using cash-out refinances for student loans
Take advantage of the hot housing market and roll your student loans into your mortgage with a cash-out refinance.
Take advantage of the hot housing market and roll your student loans into your mortgage with a cash-out refinance.
Does your child need life insurance? What to know
Should you take out a life insurance policy for your children? Here’s what you should know about child life insurance policies and when it makes sense to purchase one.
Should you take out a life insurance policy for your children? Here’s what you should know about child life insurance policies and when it makes sense to purchase one.
Do I have to pay taxes on my savings account?
The interest you earn on the money in your savings account is considered taxable income in the year the interest was earned. The tax you pay is determined by your overall taxable income for that same year.
The interest you earn on the money in your savings account is considered taxable income in the year the interest was earned. The tax you pay is determined by your overall taxable income for that same year.
Rise in car loans boosts US consumer credit usage in April, Fed report shows
More people are buying cars as the pandemic lifts and the demand is causing costs to surge.
More people are buying cars as the pandemic lifts and the demand is causing costs to surge.
Heat wave relief: How to pay for a new air conditioning system
Several regions of America are experiencing a record-shattering heat wave, which is bad news for people without central air. Keep reading to learn more about air conditioning financing, and compare your financing options.
Several regions of America are experiencing a record-shattering heat wave, which is bad news for people without central air. Keep reading to learn more about air conditioning financing, and compare your financing options.
Bay Area businesses cash-in on Lightning Stanley Cup run
As the Stanley Cup Final kicks off with the Lightning playing at Amalie Arena, money is pouring into businesses that have had their toughest year in memory.
As the Stanley Cup Final kicks off with the Lightning playing at Amalie Arena, money is pouring into businesses that have had their toughest year in memory.
Homeowners previously in COVID mortgage forbearance can qualify for low-income refinance – here's how
Fannie Mae's low-income refinance program is now available to more homeowners after the lender expanded the program to include those who skipped payments due to COVID-19 forbearance.
Fannie Mae's low-income refinance program is now available to more homeowners after the lender expanded the program to include those who skipped payments due to COVID-19 forbearance.
Should you update your homeowners insurance if you're working from home?
As working from home becomes more common, you may need to update your homeowners insurance to ensure you are properly covered.
As working from home becomes more common, you may need to update your homeowners insurance to ensure you are properly covered.
As FHFA extends foreclosure moratorium for final time, here’s what struggling homeowners can do
The FHFA extended its foreclosure and eviction block for another month until July 31, 2021.
The FHFA extended its foreclosure and eviction block for another month until July 31, 2021.
What you need to know about selling a home in 2021
Here’s what you need to know about navigating the hot housing market and selling a home in 2021.
Here’s what you need to know about navigating the hot housing market and selling a home in 2021.
Fireworks shortage could dim Fourth of July celebrations nationwide
Ohio-based Phantom Fireworks is urging consumers to buy their fireworks sooner rather than later.
Ohio-based Phantom Fireworks is urging consumers to buy their fireworks sooner rather than later.
Having trouble making student loan payments? Here’s what to do
If you can’t make your payments, you have options.
If you can’t make your payments, you have options.
US homeowners increasingly exiting mortgage forbearance, data shows
Homeowners are finding less of a need for mortgage forbearance, and many are exiting their payment deferral plans.
Homeowners are finding less of a need for mortgage forbearance, and many are exiting their payment deferral plans.
Considering a personal loan? Avoid these 4 myths
Before you take out a personal loan, understand some of their common myths so you can make an informed financial decision.
Before you take out a personal loan, understand some of their common myths so you can make an informed financial decision.
Biden administration cancels $500M of student loan debt: This is who qualifies
The Biden administration discharged $500 million worth of student loans for 18,000 students defrauded by a for-profit institute. See how this may affect you – and what you should do with your student loans in the meantime.
The Biden administration discharged $500 million worth of student loans for 18,000 students defrauded by a for-profit institute. See how this may affect you – and what you should do with your student loans in the meantime.