6 ways to improve your odds of getting a low mortgage refinance rate

With interest rates set at historical low levels through 2022, now may be an ideal time to consider refinancing your mortgage. Follow these tips to secure the lowest rate possible.

How to handle student loan payments during COVID

Struggling to keep up with your student loan payments during the pandemic? Here's what you need to know.

Ralphs, Food 4 Less to close 25% of Long Beach stores over extra $4 per hour 'Hero Pay' ordinance

Ralphs and Food 4 Less, both owned by the parent company Kroger, announced Monday that they will be closing 25% of their stores in Long Beach after the city council passed an ordinance requiring companies with over 300 employees nationwide to pay employees an extra $4 per hour.

Failed comeback: Toys R Us shutters its last 2 stores in US

The only two Toys R Us stores that opened in November 2019 as part of a small U.S. comeback attempt by the iconic toy chain have now closed.

Refinance into a 15-year mortgage to save money — here's how you can get the best deal

With interest rates at an all-time low, now is the perfect time for homebuyers to refinance to a 15-year mortgage. Follow these steps to snag the lowest mortgage refinance rates.

Should you refinance a home equity loan?

Home equity loans are proving popular during the pandemic. Now, with interest rates low, it could be time to refinance into a lower loan payment.

How social media could change the future of the stock market

The S.E.C. and Congress are asking questions about the Game Stop frenzy that has all eyes on Wall Street. Congressional and U.S. Senate committees on financial industry oversight now plan to have hearings on the matter.

How can I stop my house from going into foreclosure?

With millions of Americans falling behind on home mortgage payments, refinancing now may save a great deal of financial pain later.

What to do if you fall behind on mortgage payments

Staying in contact with your lender is key to overcoming late payments on your mortgage.