Banks brace for more consumers to fall behind on their loans
American banks increased reserves to prepare for potential defaults on credit card debt, student loans, and other personal loans to prepare in case of a recession.
Student loan refinance interest rates plunge more than 1.5 percentage points for 5-year variable-rate loans
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
More homeowners consider home equity loans, but many don’t fully understand how they work: survey
Demand for home equity loans is growing, with 21% of respondents saying they plan to take out a home equity loan in the next year compared to 8% last year.
The US consumer is starting to freak out
The share of monthly income Americans set aside for savings was 3.4% in December, down from 7.5% a year earlier and from a record high in April 2020.
Good news: Personal loan interest rates plummet for 3- and 5-year loans
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Americans delay retirement, looking to gig work to make ends meet
With inflation and the cost of living on the rise, older workers are increasingly looking to the gig economy to keep afloat, according to data released by the AARP.
Still time to save: Today’s 30-year mortgage rates hold steady | Jan. 30, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for Jan. 30, 2023, which are largely unchanged from last Friday.
Americans fear recession, but most believe their jobs are safe: Survey
Many Americans have a negative outlook on the economy, but say they didn't believe a downturn would impact their jobs, according to a new survey.
Teacher who quit career for Costco job blames low salary and burnout: ‘My passion couldn't pay my bills’
Former teacher Maggie Perkins explains why she chose to abandon her career to work at her local Costco.
Country star John Rich joins with Ben Carson, Larry Elder to launch 'Old Glory' bank
Country music singer and songwriter John Rich says 'Old Glory' bank supports freedom and patriotism on 'Maria Bartiromo's Wall Street.'
Americans struggling to make car payments is highest since Great Recession
Car repossessions are on the rise as more consumers fall behind on their payments amid an inflation crisis that has squeezed millions of U.S. households.
Wall Street is 100% in a bull market: Ryan Payne
Payne Capital Management president Ryan Payne and The Fitz-Gerlad Group principal Keith Fitz-Gerald analyze positive economic data ahead of the Fed's January FOMC meeting on 'The Claman Countdown.'
Treating a career like a ‘vocational consolation prize’ is complete ‘BS’: Mike Rowe
Host of FOX Business’ ‘How America Works’ Mike Rowe discusses the surge of men that are leaving the workforce on ‘The Big Money Show.’
Another week of declining mortgage rates fuels homebuyer demand: Freddie Mac
The average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell to 6.13% for the week ending Jan. 26, according to Freddie Mac's Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
Here are the winning numbers for Wednesday's Powerball drawing
Nobody won the jackpot in Wednesday night's Powerball drawing making Saturday night's jackpot worth an estimated $572 million.
Today’s 15-year mortgage rates continue to offer best money-saving opportunity | Jan. 27, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for Jan. 27, 2023, which are up from yesterday.
GDP increased in the 4th quarter, easing recession fears
GDP increased in the fourth quarter of 2022, according to the latest estimate by the BEA. Despite overall positive economic indicators, Americans are still struggling with inflation and are turning to credit to cover higher expenses.
Rise in online bank frauds are impacting US consumers
The Cyberguy Kurt Knutsson joins 'Mornings with Maria' to discuss the rise U.S. banking scams affecting consumers and provides tips to avoid these scams.
Disney divide: How Disney World caters to big spenders while working families pay the price
A new "Fancy Girl's Guide to Disney" claims the only way to enjoy Disney World is to spring for the VIP treatment. But surveys show it is lower-income families that make the trek.
Best season to buy a house is winter, not spring: Here’s where buyers can find the best deals
Buyers that have traditionally put off their home search until spring or summer may not have to wait to find the best prices, according to Opendoor.