Who is eligible for child tax credit payments, and what to do if you don't qualify
As the new child tax payments go out to millions of families across the U.S., here's everything you need to know including how much you should get, when you will get it, how to make changes and what to do if you're not eligible.
Today's mortgage rates — 20-year, 15-year tick downward | July 15, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for July 15, 2021, which are trending down from yesterday for 20-year and 15-year terms.
Biden's Education Department hires student loan forgiveness advocate: How your college debt could be impacted
The Biden administration has hired a student loans expert who believes the Education Secretary has the legal authority to forgive student debt under executive order. Here's what that means for your college debt.
Exiting mortgage forbearance? Avoid foreclosure with these 5 tips
If you're struggling financially and your mortgage forbearance period is ending soon, there are multiple options available to help you avoid foreclosure.
Private student loan rates drop to their lowest level since March
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Average homeowner gains more than $30K in home equity over last year
The latest data from CoreLogic shows the average homeowner gained more than $30,000 in home equity since last year. That is a surge of nearly 20%.
15-year, 10-year mortgage refinance rates flip, others rise | July 14, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 14, 2021, which are mostly up from yesterday.
Today's mortgage rates trending up after 3 days of stability | July 14, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for July 14, 2021, which are trending up from yesterday.
Revolving credit balances grew by 11.4% in May, Fed finds: How to pay off your credit cards
Revolving credit debt increased 11.4% in May, according to the Fed's latest report. Credit card borrowers with high balances and monthly bills could consider paying off debt with one of these methods.
With sub-3% mortgage rates a reality, here's what homeowners and buyers should do now
Average 30-year mortgage rates have dipped below 3% again, while 15-year rates dropped near all-time lows, according to Freddie Mac. Here's how you can take advantage of sub-3% mortgage rates.
Consumer prices jump at highest rate since 2008 – Here's how to access cash now
Consumer prices, a key measure of inflation, increased at its fastest pace since 2008 even as real wages dipped.
Personal loan interest rates plummet to 3-month low
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Federal student loan rates jump nearly 1% in July: How to make the most of your options
Federal student loan interest rates rose by about 1% for the 2021 to 2022 school year. Here's how you can compare your options to pay for school.
Fixed-rate student loan refinancing rates hold at bargain lows
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Loans for a 600 credit score: What to know and where to find one
If you have fair credit, it’s possible to get a personal loan. But 600 credit score loans may not come with the best interest rates. Learn more.
Today's mortgage rates stabilize near record lows | July 13, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for July 13, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.
Today's mortgage refinance rates not budging from record lows | July 13, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 13, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.
Will Biden cancel student debt with an executive order?
Are you banking on having a portion of your student loans canceled? Read this first.
Does getting the COVID-19 vaccine affect your life insurance policy?
If you've received the COVID-19 vaccine, that won't jeopardize your life insurance policy. Read more to see what can disqualify you from life insurance payouts.
Need to boost your credit score quickly? Use these 5 tips
Having bad credit can negatively impact your financial wellness in a variety of ways, but these five tips can help you improve your FICO score quickly.