Home loan sizes remain near record highs
Overall, demand for mortgage applications declined 3.9% from the prior week as mortgage rates increased, according to the latest survey from the Mortgage Banker's Association.
Comparing private student loan rates can save borrowers $5K+, data shows
Undergraduate students may need additional financial assistance when federal student aid and Direct unsubsidized loans don't cover the total cost of higher education. Read more about using private student loans to bridge the gap, and see how shopping around for an interest-rate reduction can save you money in the long run.
Homebuyer bidding wars hit yearly low on 2 developments
In July, 60.1% of offers written by Redfin agents faced bidding wars, down from a revised rate of 66.5% in June.
Where to find home loans for bad credit
You can buy a home even if you have bad credit. Learn more about home loans for bad credit and how they work.
Looking to pay down high-interest debt? Here are 3 expert-approved methods
Managing debt has consistently been a focus for Americans and it's seemingly no different following the COVID-19 pandemic. So VantageScore is offering tips on how to pay down debt.
Can my lender report my mortgage payments as late when I’m in forbearance?
Credible Money Coach offers guidance on how forbearance can impact your credit.
Gristedes CEO warns 'transfer of wealth' costing the poor and middle classes
John Catsimatidis, the billionaire owner and CEO of New York City supermarket chain Gristedes, weighs in on inflation and the impact on the U.S. economy.
Looking to refinance? Check out the latest drop in 20-year mortgage refinance rates | August 17, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for August 17, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Today's mortgage rates hold steady at bargain lows | August 17, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for August 17, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.
Retail in focus as COVID cases rise
Knights of Columbus Asset Advisors President and CIO Tony Minopoli discusses retail earnings amid the delta variant surge, arguing the accelerated COVID restrictions in different parts of the country are 'causing people to take a pause.'
Steve Forbes slams 'outrageous' NYC vaccine mandates, calls out de Blasio's 'inconsistent' COVID restrictions
Forbes Media Chairman Steve Forbes discusses NYC vaccine mandates for restaurants and other indoor businesses.
How back-to-school spending will impact retail numbers
Zeta CEO David Steinberg discusses retail trends, like ecommerce, amid back-to-school shopping.
Inflation is a tax on the poor, middle class: Gristedes CEO
John Catsimatidis, the billionaire owner and CEO of New York City supermarket chain Gristedes, argues the poor and middle class is getting 'hurt' by inflation, noting that increased oil prices leads to higher transportation and food costs.
Is it fair to make businesses require vaccines?
NYC becomes the first city to require vaccines to enter restaurants, fitness centers and entertainment businesses. Forbes Media Chairman Steve Forbes and Fox News Contributor Joe Concha discuss the latest.
3-year personal loan interest rates fall to 30-day low
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Millions of Americans have college debt but no degree: How to pay off your student loans
About a third of college students drop out, and they may be left tackling expensive student loan debt even without a degree to show for it. Here's how you can pay off your college debt with no diploma.
Ex-McDonald's USA CEO on NYC vaccine mandates: 'Crisis getting ready to happen all over again'
Former McDonald's USA CEO Ed Rensi points to a 'problem' in New York City where people who run restaurants 'don't have any way to enforce' the vaccine mandates and customers will 'object.'
Many Americans losing car insurance savings by not shopping around, study shows
Americans think they are likely paying too much for car insurance, a new survey shows. Here's what they can do to lower their rates.
Food, energy prices are ‘surging’: Stephen Moore
Economist Stephen Moore on the economy, inflation and energy under the Biden administration.
Biden's White House in 'crisis': Moore
Economist Stephen Moore weighs in on President Biden’s economic agenda.