Average interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgage hits 6% for first time in 14 years
The average rate for 30-year fixed mortgages reached the 6%-mark for the first time in 14 years, according to the most recent Mortgage Bankers Association survey.
Flagstaff to increase minimum wage to $16.80 starting Jan.1
Flagstaff, Arizona, will raise its minimum wage to $16.80 from $15.50 starting Jan. 1, 2023. Voters passed a minimum wage act in 2016 to offset the increase in the cost of living.
Private student loan interest rates climb for both 5- and 10-year loans
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Credit access, debt balances rise in Q2: TransUnion study
Debt balances for credit cards and personal loans are going up, according to TransUnion. Here's what you can do to pay down your debt.
North Carolina sports-gambling venue opens at the Catawba Two Kings Casino in Kings Mountain
A new sports-gambling venue has opened in North Carolina that will be opened 24 hours a day. The venue was opened inside the Catawba Two Kings Casino in Kings Mountain.
Food prices could surge higher as extreme weather hurts farmers
Farmers are facing a variety of cost pressures, including extreme weather, supply chain issues and geopolitical tensions, all of which are driving up food prices.
Buffalo, NY, Starbucks union organizer resigns, claims she was forced out for her union leadership
Jaz Brisack, the Starbucks barista who helped lead the unionization effort of a Starbucks in Buffalo, NY, last year, is now saying she is being forced out due to her union leadership.
Bingo, Lite-Brite, Nerf in the running for National Toy Hall of Fame
Voting has opened for the finalists to be inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame. Some of the classic toys on the ballot are bingo, Breyer Horses, Catan, Lite-Brite and Nerf Toys.
Wells Fargo in $94M settlement over mortgage forbearance during pandemic
Wells Fargo agrees to a $94 million class-action settlement for allegedly forcing more than 200,000 customers into forbearance without their consent in violation of the CARES ACT,
Debt consolidation loan vs. balance transfer: Which is right for you?
A debt consolidation loan and balance transfer can help you consolidate high-interest debt. Learn how they compare.
TD Bank joins others in offering special purpose credit programs to homebuyers
More banks have started offering special purpose credit programs to help homebuyers cover down payments and closing costs.
US railways to halt grain shipments ahead of potential shutdown, agriculture sources
U.S. railroads will start halting crop shipments on Thursday, a day ahead of a potential work stoppage. Railroads have until Friday to reach deal with holdout unions.
Panel discussion on whether Atlantic City should ban smoking in casinos is canceled
A discussion between an Atlantic City casino executive and a group of anti-smokers around whether casinos in Atlantic City should ban smoking on the gambling floor has been canceled.
Today’s 15-year mortgage refinance rates offer best money-saving opportunity | September 14, 2022
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for September 14, 2022, which are up from yesterday.
Today’s best mortgage deal? Look to 15-year rates for greater interest savings | September 14, 2022
Check out the mortgage rates for September 14, 2022, which are up from yesterday.
Current, former social media execs address national security issues at Senate hearing
Current and former executives from Twitter, Facebook, TikTok and others will address social media national security concerns at a Senate Homeland Security Committee hearing.
Warren Buffett-owned firm partnering with West Virginia to create industrial park powered by renewable energy
Berkshire Hathaway Energy's BHE Renewables, owned by Warren Buffett, is partnering with West Virginia to create an industrial park powered by renewable energy.
Heinz ketchup, Lanson champagne, other favorites of the Queen may have to change branding
More than 600 companies that received a Royal Warrant from the Queen to display the royal coat of arms on their products including Heinz will have to reapply.
Paramount considers discontinuing Showtime streaming service, merging with Paramount+
Paramount considers discontinuing its Showtime streaming service, shifting the content to Paramount+, streamlining the company’s offerings amid tough competition.
Federal officials grant 40-year license to South Carolina nuclear fuel plant
A South Carolina factory that makes fuel for nuclear plants has received a license to keep operating for 40 years. The factory is one of three nuclear fuel plants in the U.S.



















