Mortgage rates rise, add to affordability issues
The average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate increased to 6.39%. Higher rates and low housing supply is putting affordability constraints on would-be homebuyers. But there are still ways to find the best rate.
Good news: This week's personal loan interest rates continue to drop for 3- and 5-year loans
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Home prices exceeded inflation by more than 200%: Home Bay
Median home prices since 2020 have outpaced inflation by more than 200%, according to a study by Home Bay. And despite a cooling of inflation, rising prices of basic goods and services have remained a concern for many Americans, reports have suggested.
Today’s mortgage rates continue to climb, pushing over 6% | April 20, 2023
Today’s mortgage rates continue to climb, pushing over 6% | April 20, 2023
Home price growth continues to slow down: Fannie Mae
Home prices increased by 4.7% year-over-year in Q1 2023. However, that marked a significant slowdown from annual growth in the previous quarter. Still, low home supply and high mortgage rates have raised affordability issues for potential home buyers. Here’s what you need to know.
Mortgage credit crunch isn't keeping buyers away, this is
The credit tightening in the wake of recent bank failures has been modest and nowhere near the levels seen at the start of the pandemic, according to a First American report.
This week's private student loan rates inch down for 5-year loans only
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Today's best mortgage deal? 15-year terms remain today's lowest rates | April 19, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for April 19, 2023, which are mixed from yesterday.
America's retirement preparedness score drops: Fidelity
The average American has a 78% chance of covering estimated retirement expenses in a down market, according to Fidelity's 2023 Retirement Savings Assessment. Here’s what you need to know.
Cash-strapped Americans are earning an extra $52B monthly by doing this
Americans with jobs are beating inflation by building supplemental income, a recent survey from LendingClub and PYMNTS said.
How to get a $1,000 loan
Not all lenders offer small personal loans, but you may be able to find a $1,000 loan from online lenders, banks or credit unions.
Today's best mortgage deal? Rates for 15-year terms are lowest | April 18, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for April 18, 2023, which are trending up from yesterday.
Negative car equity is rising: Here's how you can avoid owing more than your car is worth
The average negative equity value of auto trade-ins was $5,341 in the fourth quarter of 2022, up 29% from the previous year, according to Edmunds.
Personal loan rates edge down for both 3- and 5-year loans
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Majority of Americans say inflation having higher financial impact than COVID-19
Inflation has impacted Americans’ finances more severely than COVID-19, according to a recent survey by Real Estate Witch. Inflation also continues to exacerbate debt and prevent some Americans from homeownership.
Good news: This week's private student loan interest rates lower for 10-year loans
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Today's mortgage rates rise, but 30-year rates are still below 6% | April 17, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for April 17, 2023, which are trending up from last Friday.
Inflation and rising costs pushes Americans to make risky financial choices: Survey
High inflation and interest rates pushed 35% of Americans to drain cash from emergency savings and 26% have skipped or are considering becoming delinquent on their credit cards, a recent survey from Achieve said.
Home prices slow again, but banking sector woes make it harder to get a mortgage: Case-Shiller
Home prices fell for seven straight months, but the decline in January was slightly smaller than it had been months prior, according to the latest S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Indices report.
How to get a hardship loan
If you’re unemployed, a hardship loan can help you stay afloat financially. Learn how these loans work and where to get one.















