Mortgage rates dip amid market rate volatility: Freddie Mac
The average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage dropped to 6.67% for the week ending June 22, Freddie Mac reported. But low housing inventory and interest rate volatility has put pressure on housing affordability.
Alphabet exec: 'AI automates tasks, not jobs'
Alphabet Inc.'s top lawyer said Thursday that artificial intelligence won't eliminate jobs but enhance them and make them more rewarding for employees.
Apple, Microsoft, Google CEOs fawn over India PM Modi
Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi's visit to the U.S. attracted the interest of numerous high-profile CEOs who attended the White House state dinner marking Modi's trip.
Expert warns landlords over progressive policies allowing squatters wreak havoc: 'Law is not on your side'
Anchor Realty co-owner Walter Lapidus and market expert Mitch Roschelle explain how rent delinquency fuels squatter occupancies and hurts overall housing affordability.
Mortgage rates ease for third straight week
The rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage fell to 6.67% this week from 6.69% a year ago, according to the latest data from Freddie Mac. One year ago, it averaged 5.81%.
More than half of Americans fear widespread job losses: Survey
Despite evidence of job growth, 75% of Americans said they fear widespread job losses, a Morning Consult survey showed. But a strong labor market may also push the Federal Reserve to keep increasing interest rates, as Americans cope with high inflation, reports have shown.
Personal loan interest rates begin to climb for both 3- and 5-year loans
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
In education, 'AI is inevitable,' and students who don't use it will 'be at a disadvantage': AI founder
Artificial intelligence used to help students write college essays is not cheating, and those who don't utilize the tech will be at a disadvantage, former tutor says.
Costco's sleeper sofa goes viral, igniting debate among shoppers: 'Such a bummer'
A Costco Wholesale sleeper couch has gone viral on TikTok and Instagram as shoppers share their opinions on the new sleeper sofa — both positive and negative.
Today's mortgage rates hold steady while 15-year terms fluctuate | June 22, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for June 22, 2023, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Fourth of July domestic airfare dips, offering relief to travelers
Fourth of July travelers will be getting some relief if they decide to fly domestically over the holiday weekend, according to recent data from Hopper.
JPMorgan Chase names new head of AI unit
JPMorgan Chase has moved its global head of securities services into the role of chief data and analytics officer as the bank continues its artificial intelligence-related efforts.
Stocks fall as Fed's Powell confirms more rate hikes this year
U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell testified before a House panel on Wednesday, saying more rate hikes are on the way, after the central bank paused hikes last week.
BlackRock's Jay Jacobs: AI is the leading technology for 2023 and beyond
BlackRock U.S. Head of Thematics and Active Equity ETFs Jay Jacobs discusses the value and staying power of A.I. on 'The Claman Countdown.'
This week's private student loan interest rates skyrocket for 5- and 10-year loans
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Today's lowest mortgage rate remains 10-year terms at 5.625% | June 21, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for June 21, 2023, which are mixed from yesterday.
How to sidestep big student loans
Student loan borrowers who have enjoyed a pandemic hiatus are about to get snapped back to reality when payments resume. It’s also a reminder to consider options before borrowing.
Inflation remains steady in UK despite expectations, borrowers brace for more expensive loans
The United Kingdom's Office for National Statistics signaled the inflation rate in May remained unchanged, worrying borrowers who are now expecting borrowing rates to rise.
Consumer groups call on US and EU to regulate AI that powers ChatGPT
A coalition of consumer advocacy groups in the U.S. and Europe are calling on governments to quickly adopt regulations on generative AI to protect consumers from its potential harms.
Fed exploring ways to speed up bank oversight, strengthen stress tests
Federal Reserve Vice Chair for Supervision Michael Barr said Tuesday that the central bank is looking to be more agile in regulating banks before and during financial crises.


















