Personal loan interest rates edge down for 3- and 5-year fixed-rate loans
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Fidelity pledges $250 million in college education push
Fidelity is pledging $250 million as part of an effort to give Black, Latino and historically underserved students access to post-secondary education and support.
Today’s best mortgage deal? Look to 15-year rates for greater interest savings | Jan. 17, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for Jan. 17, 2023, which are up from last Friday.
Social Security benefits can be taken to pay student loans in default
Up to 15% of a person’s Social Security benefits can be garnished to pay student loans in default.
Salary range disclosures backfire after government push
Some job postings that have surfaced amid California’s push for pay transparency feature broad compensation ranges. Its transparency law went into effect this month.
'Dark clouds' swirling around investment banking: Ken Leon
CFRA Research director Ken Leon says the consumer looks 'healthy' in 2023, but housing will see 'a severe recession.'
Mortgage rates drop again, creating opportunity for homebuyers: Freddie Mac
The average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell to 6.33% for the week ending Jan. 12, according to Freddie Mac's Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
Don't be afraid to face your financial fears: Money manager Dave Ramsey gives tips to build wealth in 2023
Ramsey Solutions founder and CEO Dave Ramsey and financial expert Rachel Cruze break down the key ways Americans can manage and grow their wealth in 2023.
Here are the winning numbers for Friday's $1.35B Mega Millions drawing
There was one winning ticket in Friday night's Mega Millions drawing worth an estimated $1.35 billion.
How to get your tax refund ASAP this 2023 filing season
Expecting a tax refund from the Internal Revenue Service this year and planning to use it to makes end's meet? Tips on how to get your money as soon as possible.
New conforming loan limits create additional housing supply: Zillow
The Federal Housing Finance Authority (FHFA) increased its conforming loan limits, making an additional 2 million homes eligible to be financed by mortgages backed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
FAA meltdown a failure of government: Rep. Carlos Gimenez
House Homeland Security member Rep. Carlos Gimenez discusses whether the FAA should be privatized after a software meltdown caused massive flight disruptions on 'Varney & Co.'
BlackRock, world’s largest asset manager, buys stake in small-business 401(k) startup
Five states, including California, Oregon and Illinois, started requiring many businesses to offer retirement plans or enroll workers in a state-run savings program, according to AARP.
Today’s 20-year mortgage rates remain best opportunity for interest savings | Jan. 13, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for Jan. 13, 2023, which are up from yesterday.
Inflation drops in December – will the Fed slow interest rate hikes in 2023?
Inflation eased in December, but interest rates are likely to increase a few more times in 2023. However, the rate of increase could slow, one Fed official says. Here's what it means for you.
New Year's financial resolutions: Americans look to boost emergency funds in 2023
Building up their emergency funds is a New Year’s financial resolution for many Americans, according to a survey by Personal Capital. Here’s how to boost your savings.
Tax season to begin January 23, IRS says
Tax-filing season officially begins on Jan. 23, the Internal Revenue Service announced on Tuesday. Taxpayers have until April 18 to submit their returns.
Secure 2.0 Act: Americans will be able to make tax-free transfers of 529 plan funds to Roth IRAs
Starting in 2024, Americans can make tax-free rollovers of eligible 529 plan funds to a Roth IRA in the same beneficiary’s name. Here's what that means for you.
December inflation breakdown: Where are consumer prices rising the fastest?
Inflation fell but remained stubbornly high in December, squeezing Americans in the form of higher prices for basic necessities like groceries and rent.
Today’s best mortgage deal? 20-year rates are the lowest available at 6% | Jan. 12, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for Jan. 12, 2023, which are down from Tuesday.
















