Consumer advocate groups urge CFPB to regulate BNPL products like credit cards, cite 'cause for concern'
More than 75 groups sent a letter the CFPB, urging it to begin regulating buy now, pay later providers like credit card companies.
Today’s 30-, 20-year mortgage refinance rates drop | April 21, 2022
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for April 21, 2022, which are mixed from yesterday.
Today's 30-year mortgage rates slip below 20-year rates | April 21, 2022
Check out the mortgage rates for April 21, 2022, which are trending down from yesterday.
US home price growth hits another new high in February: CoreLogic report
Home price growth reached yet another new high in February, a new CoreLogic report showed. Here's how homeowners can take advantage of rising home values.
New vehicle prices drop for third straight month, but drivers still paying over sticker price: data
After hitting an all-time high in December, the price for a new car continues to drop. But drivers were still paying well above sticker price for their new car in March.
Fannie Mae lowers its GDP forecast for 2022 and 2023
The year ahead could see a small recession, and Fannie Mae decreased its predictions for economic growth in 2022 and 2023.
Mortgage refinance rates stick for three key rates | April 20, 2022
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for April 20, 2022, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.
Today's 15-year mortgage rates hold steady for 3rd straight day | April 20, 2022
Check out the mortgage rates for April 20, 2022, which are mixed from yesterday.
As BNPL usage increases, so does risk of fraud, study claims
Buy now, pay later services are becoming more popular, but many users are falling victim to fraud, according to a new study.
Today's Cash-Out Refinance Rates
If you’re considering tapping your home’s equity, here’s what you should know about cash-out refinance rates.
Can I refinance my home equity loan?
The Credible Money Coach helps a reader understand how to refinance a home equity loan and important considerations for refinancing.
Biden more open to canceling student debt 'than ever before,' Schumer says
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer continues to fight for student loan cancelation, saying Biden is now more open to it that ever before.
Today’s shorter-term mortgage refinance rates hold steady | April 19, 2022
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for April 19, 2022, which are mixed from yesterday.
Today's 30-year mortgage rates climb, 3 other terms hold | April 19, 2022
Check out the mortgage rates for April 19, 2022, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.
Unregulated buy now, pay later programs could create debt trap, banking advocates say
Banking advocates have encouraged the CFPB to look into several recommendations to regulate buy now, pay later providers.
Homebuying remains strong in these top markets – here’s how homeowners can cash-in on demand
Homebuyers still seem to be interested in entering the real estate market, even with mortgage rates on the rise. Recent data showed that the number of metro areas where the average home had a double-digit number of showings surged in February.
Today’s mortgage refinance rates continue to climb | April 18, 2022
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for April 18, 2022, which are up from last Thursday.
Today's mortgage rates: 30-year rates hold steady since Thursday | April 18, 2022
Check out the mortgage rates for April 18, 2022, which are trending up from last Thursday.
Inflation causing Americans to postpone retirement, homebuying, college, vacations & more: Nationwide
Consumers are revising their future financial plans due to high inflation, according to a new survey from Nationwide.
What is the right of rescission for home loans?
If you change your mind about a mortgage refinance, you may be able to cancel your loan contract. Learn what the right of rescission is and how it works.