Mortgage rates rising amid uptick in US economic confidence: Freddie Mac
Mortgage rates are on the rise as Americans grow more optimistic about the economy and COVID-19 cases decrease. But homeowners can still capitalize on low rates.
5-year fixed personal loan rates plummet to lowest level since July
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Case-Shiller shows home price growth matches record high — what this means for homeowners
Home prices continued to increase in August, rising nearly 20% annually and matching the all-time high set the month before, according to the latest data. Homeowners can take advantage of rising prices in several ways.
7 in 10 parents spent more on college tuition and fees than they expected, survey finds
Most parents of rising college students underestimate the cost of college, according to a new survey. Consider borrowing federal or private parent student loans to help finance tuition and fees.
Refinance roller coaster: Rates creep back down for 3 terms | Nov. 3, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Nov. 3, 2021, which are mostly down from yesterday.
Today's 10-year mortgage rates drop back to near-record low | Nov. 3, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for Nov. 3, 2021, which are trending down from yesterday.
Social Security benefits could be slashed earlier than expected
Although Social Security payments recently increased at their highest rate in 40 years, payments could soon be slashed by 20%. Here's why, and what you can do if you are struggling financially.
ACA call center workers can barely afford their own health care coverage: report
Patient advocates who work at ACA call centers pay more for health care services and medical procedures than the national average, according to a new report. Consider what you can do to reduce your medical costs.
How will paying off a personal loan early affect my credit?
The Credible Money Coach helps a reader weigh the pros, cons, and credit impact of paying off a personal loan early.
AOC: It’s time ‘to bring the heat on Biden to cancel’ student loan debt
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has again called on President Biden to cancel student loans via executive order before student loan payments resume. Here's what to know, including your alternative student loan repayment options.
Today's best mortgage refinance deal? 20-year rates hold steady for 7th straight day | Nov. 2, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Nov. 2, 2021, which are mostly up from yesterday.
Today's mortgage rates: 30-year rates linger below 3% for 4th consecutive day | Nov. 2, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for Nov. 2, 2021, which are trending up from yesterday.
High home prices could drop in November as mortgage rates increase, economist says
An economist at Realtor.com forecasts that home price growth will slow in the final months of 2021, but that interest rates will continue to rise. Here's what that means for homeowners and homebuyers.
70% of Americans go over budget during the holidays, survey finds: How to cut costs
A recent survey found that most Americans admit to overspending during the holidays, but gift-giving doesn't have to be a burden on your wallet. Consider these tips to create a budget and earn rewards on your holiday spending.
5-year variable student loan refinance rates hit highest point since September
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Economic growth slows in Q3 to slowest pace since June 2020: This is how interest rates could be affected
Economic growth slowed in the third quarter, as GDP growth dropped to just 2% in the advanced estimate. Here's what that means for interest rates in the months ahead.
Should you refinance your student loans? Best lenders to consider
When you refinance student loans, you replace one or more of your existing student loans with a new loan and possibly lower your interest rate.
Still time to snag a low rate: Today's mortgage rates fall for 3 terms | Nov. 1, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for Nov. 1, 2021, which are trending down from last Friday.
Today's mortgage refinance rates drop for 3 terms | Nov. 1, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Nov. 1, 2021, which are mostly down from last Friday.
This is the college degree that actually pays off, study finds
A new report from the Wall Street Journal found the graduate degree that's most likely to pay off in the form of higher earnings.















