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President Joe Biden announced on Monday that he will nominate Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell to serve a second term. Here's what that could mean for interest rates.

Foreclosure activity increased in October for the sixth consecutive month, but the rate of increase is slowing. Here is what homeowners can do to avoid foreclosure on their home.

Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Nov. 19, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.

Check out the mortgage rates for Nov. 19, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.

Mortgage rates are on the rise, and may not be coming back down. But homeowners can still take steps to keep their rates low.

Families are struggling to pay for child care, and many are taking on extra jobs and even moving to afford the costs. Here are ways to help you save money and pay for child care.

The Social Security Administration released its schedule of payments for 2022. Here's when you can expect your benefits, and what to do if you are struggling with expenses.

Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Nov. 18, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.

About 44% of families never apply for scholarships - here's why, and what options are available.

Inflation is surging at its highest rate in decades and politicians are clashing on how to bring it back down. Here's what rising inflation could do to interest rates.

Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Nov. 17, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.

Those receiving Social Security benefits could struggle to meet basic needs in the year ahead. Here are the top five expenses they could struggle with.

The homeownership rate in the United States dropped in the third quarter, matching the previous quarter's lowest rate since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic.

Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Nov. 16, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.

Social Security benefits will increase at their highest rate in 40 years, but the latest inflation numbers are even higher. Next year's increase may not be enough for seniors living on Social Security income.

See how refinancing to a new mortgage with a lower interest rate can save you money over the life of the loan.

Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Nov. 15, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from last Friday.

The Social Security Administration will be sending out newly redesigned statements that helps Americans better understand and maximize their benefits.

Rising child care costs are forcing many parents to reconsider how to afford it. About 38% of parents even reported taking on a second job. Here's how to afford childcare expenses.

Mortgage rates slipped back below the 3% mark for the first time in a month. Here's how borrowers can save on their monthly mortgage payments.