6 common credit mistakes to avoid

These 6 credit mistakes can make it harder to get the best loan rates. See how to improve your credit and check your credit score for free.

Will selling my own home save me money?

If you're thinking about selling your home without a real estate agent, consider the costs.

Is paying off your mortgage early always the best financial decision?

Are you thinking about paying off your mortgage to get out of debt or boost your monthly disposable income? Making extra mortgage payments isn’t your only option to improve your finances.

3 tips on making extra student loan payments

With government funding running dry on student loan aid, borrowers may have to fend for themselves. Making extra payments can help.

Tampa Bay area sees sharp increase in rent costs

In the last year alone, rent costs in the Tampa Bay area have increased almost 7% -- one of the biggest hikes in the entire country.

Stimulus checks: IRS says next batch of payments will be disbursed in coming days

Officials from the IRS and U.S. Treasury said Monday the next batch of COVID-19 stimulus payments will start hitting bank accounts later this week. Mailed checks will start going out as well.

What's the difference between home warranty and homeowners insurance?

A home warranty and homeowners insurance may both cover your home, but each offers distinct protection. Learn more about what you need as a homeowner.

Could 2% mortgage rates be the new normal?

Consumers are benefitting from historically low mortgage rates, but will interest rates stay that low? Learn how you can take advantage of 2% mortgage rates while they last.

How can borrowers recover from student loan default?

Student loan default can have serious consequences. You may be able to avoid default by choosing the right payment plan or refinancing to reduce monthly payments.

US unemployment claims rise to 770,000 with layoffs still high

The four-week average of claims, which smooths out weekly variations, dropped to 746,000, the lowest since late November.

IRS will delay tax filing deadline until May 17

The IRS began sending out a new round of $1,400 checks to qualifying households over the weekend, in the midst of the current, truncated tax season that opened on Feb. 12.

Looking to sell and buy a house simultaneously? What you need to know

If you’re planning to sell and buy a house at the same time, it’s important to understand your financial situation and time the transactions just right.

Is it worth paying for credit monitoring?

Many services are free, but some important benefits and features may be missing.

DeSantis proposes $1,000 bonuses for Florida's first responders

Gov. Ron DeSantis is proposing to use some of Florida's stimulus money from the federal government to give $1,000 bonuses to first responders: “We know the pandemic put a lot of strain on our first responders — EMTs, sworn law enforcement, firefighters — so we believe we should recognize their sacrifice."

Trying to save $25,000 in a year? Consider these strategies

Would you like to have $25,000 in your savings account? You can achieve this savings goal in a single year by sticking to a budget and savings plan.

IRS agrees to protect some stimulus checks from debt reductions

The IRS has agreed to not seize some Americans' stimulus check to offset outstanding federal tax debts, according to an agency watchdog.