Parents less worried about paying for college, some still leaning on student loans, survey finds
From college cost "sticker shock" to dipping into college savings, parents are feeling more confident in paying for college in 2021 than they were in 2020, according to a new survey.
From college cost "sticker shock" to dipping into college savings, parents are feeling more confident in paying for college in 2021 than they were in 2020, according to a new survey.
COVID-19 sent cybercriminals into overdrive - how to protect your personal finances
Cybercrime is on the rise through phishing scams and other means. And as fraud increases, so does the need to protect your identity.
Cybercrime is on the rise through phishing scams and other means. And as fraud increases, so does the need to protect your identity.
Average 10-year fixed student loan rates plummet to near record lows -- how to take advantage
Headed into the 2021 school year, private student loan interest rates dip near record lows.
Headed into the 2021 school year, private student loan interest rates dip near record lows.
Wells Fargo shutting down personal line of credit product -- here's what to do instead
Wells Fargo announced to its customers that it is shuttering its personal line of credit product.
Wells Fargo announced to its customers that it is shuttering its personal line of credit product.
Treasury rates drop amid Fed talks on economic stimulus – here’s what that means for interest rates
After the Fed minutes were released, Treasury yields dropped to the lowest level in months.
After the Fed minutes were released, Treasury yields dropped to the lowest level in months.
US unemployment claims tick up to 373,000 from a pandemic low
U.S. unemployment claims rose slightly last week by 2,000 to a total of 373,000, even as the economy and the job market appear to be rebounding.
U.S. unemployment claims rose slightly last week by 2,000 to a total of 373,000, even as the economy and the job market appear to be rebounding.
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.
June jobs report: US adds 850,000 jobs as economy extends its gains
U.S. employers added 850,000 jobs in June 2021, well above the average of the previous three months, the Labor Department said.
U.S. employers added 850,000 jobs in June 2021, well above the average of the previous three months, the Labor Department said.
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.
US unemployment claims fall to 364,000, a new pandemic low
U.S. unemployment claims dropped by 51,000 last week to 364,000, the lowest level since the pandemic began in 2020.
U.S. unemployment claims dropped by 51,000 last week to 364,000, the lowest level since the pandemic began in 2020.
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.
Child tax credit: Families who have higher 2021 earnings can opt out
Families who are earning more in 2021 but were receiving assistance through the child tax credit program may have become ineligible and will get a chance to opt out of those payments to avoid having to pay it back next April during tax season.
Families who are earning more in 2021 but were receiving assistance through the child tax credit program may have become ineligible and will get a chance to opt out of those payments to avoid having to pay it back next April during tax season.
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.
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.