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Today's 10-year mortgage rates fall, 20-year rates edge up

Parents less worried about paying for college, some still leaning on student loans, survey finds

16 of the best personal loans in 2021

Here's why you should have more than one credit card

How to choose the right auto insurance coverage for your new car

How to choose a high-yield savings account

Latest Articles

Mortgage rates jump for first time in weeks, but still near historic lows: 3 tips to get the best rate

Mortgage rates jump for first time in weeks, but still near historic lows: 3 tips to get the best rate

By Kelsey Ramirez Contributor

1 in 8 families borrowed private student loans in 2020-21 school year: Here's how to do it right

1 in 8 families borrowed private student loans in 2020-21 school year: Here's how to do it right

By Erika Giovanetti Contributor

Today's mortgage rates continue holding firmly at historic lows | August 13, 2021

Today's mortgage rates continue holding firmly at historic lows | August 13, 2021

By Chris Jennings Contributor

Today's mortgage refinance rates: Longer terms fluctuate, shorter terms hold firm | August 13, 2021

Today's mortgage refinance rates: Longer terms fluctuate, shorter terms hold firm | August 13, 2021

By Chris Jennings Contributor

Realtor vs. real estate agent: What’s the difference?

Realtor vs. real estate agent: What’s the difference?

By Stephanie Colestock Contributor

Biden admin reverses Trump-era student loan policy limiting state oversight: Are you impacted?

Biden admin reverses Trump-era student loan policy limiting state oversight: Are you impacted?

By Erika Giovanetti Contributor

Home prices make record-breaking gains in May, according to Case-Shiller index: How homeowners can cash in

Home prices make record-breaking gains in May, according to Case-Shiller index: How homeowners can cash in

By Kelsey Ramirez Contributor

Credit usage jumped 8.8% in Q2: Pay down your debt with these 3 strategies

Credit usage jumped 8.8% in Q2: Pay down your debt with these 3 strategies

By Kelsey Ramirez Contributor

College students headed back to school: Here's how to borrow student loans strategically

College students headed back to school: Here's how to borrow student loans strategically

By Erika Giovanetti Contributor

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Mortgages

How to get the best mortgage refinance rates

How to get the best mortgage refinance rates

By Carisa Chappell Contributor

How to get a mortgage rate below 3%

How to get a mortgage rate below 3%

By Angela Brown Contributor

How to land the lowest 15-year mortgage rate for your refinance

How to land the lowest 15-year mortgage rate for your refinance

By Daniel Bortz Contributor

7 common mistakes when refinancing into a low mortgage rate

7 common mistakes when refinancing into a low mortgage rate

By Ben Luthi Contributor

3 reasons to refinance your mortgage immediately

3 reasons to refinance your mortgage immediately

By Tara Mastroeni Contributor

Here’s how mortgage refinancing can save you an extra $5K

Here’s how mortgage refinancing can save you an extra $5K

There's never been a better time to refinance to a new mortgage that has a lower interest rate than your original loan. Keep reading to see how the elimination of the Adverse Market Refinance Fee can help you take advantage of the low-rate environment.

By Erika Giovanetti Contributor

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Student Loans

Why financial experts are urging student loan borrowers to refinance

Why financial experts are urging student loan borrowers to refinance

By Ellen Chang Contributor

3 signs it's time to refinance your student loans today

3 signs it's time to refinance your student loans today

By Brian O'Connell Contributor

How to get the lowest student loan refinance rate

How to get the lowest student loan refinance rate

By Christy Bieber Contributor

Should I consolidate my student loans?

Should I consolidate my student loans?

By Christy Bieber Contributor

Refinancing private student loans is now the best way to lower costs — here's why

Refinancing private student loans is now the best way to lower costs — here's why

By Aly Yale Contributor

10 of the best student loan refinance companies

10 of the best student loan refinance companies

Credible identified 10 of the best student loan refinance companies using 12 different categories of data. Here are our picks based on student loan refinancing rates and more.

By Christy Bieber Contributor

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Personal Loans

Now's the best time to consolidate credit card debt — here's why

Now's the best time to consolidate credit card debt — here's why

By Tara Mastroeni Contributor

7 small personal loans to consider if you need some extra cash

7 small personal loans to consider if you need some extra cash

By Stephanie Vozza Contributor

How to get a $20,000 personal loan

How to get a $20,000 personal loan

By Ben Luthi Contributor

9 of the best debt consolidation companies

9 of the best debt consolidation companies

Lower your total cost or monthly payment with better terms and rates.

By Stephanie Vozza Contributor

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Credit Cards

Does having credit cards with a zero balance hurt your credit score?

Does having credit cards with a zero balance hurt your credit score?

By Brian O'Connell Contributor

Here's why you should have more than one credit card

Here's why you should have more than one credit card

By Ben Luthi Contributor

5 credit card benefits you probably have but don’t know about

5 credit card benefits you probably have but don’t know about

By Tara Mastroeni Contributor

Get 0% APR credit cards to save money — here's how it works

Get 0% APR credit cards to save money — here's how it works

By Tara Mastroeni Contributor

Here's why you should use a credit card instead of a debit card

Here's why you should use a credit card instead of a debit card

By Lauren Bowling Contributor

0% balance transfer offers are disappearing fast — how to get one quick

0% balance transfer offers are disappearing fast — how to get one quick

Improve your credit score and eligibility to receive a balance transfer card.

By Ellen Chang Contributor

Insurance

You should shop for cheaper car insurance every few months — here's why

You should shop for cheaper car insurance every few months — here's why

By Aly Yale Contributor

Home insurance companies will reduce premiums if you have these smart devices

Home insurance companies will reduce premiums if you have these smart devices

By Tara Mastroeni Contributor

Why you should get online car insurance quotes before signing any deals

Why you should get online car insurance quotes before signing any deals

By Rebecca Lake Contributor

Don't forget about homeowners insurance when buying a new house

Don't forget about homeowners insurance when buying a new house

By Aly Yale Contributor

How to choose the right auto insurance coverage for your new car

How to choose the right auto insurance coverage for your new car

Bought a new car during the pandemic? Don’t forget this critical step.

By Aly Yale Contributor

Insurance Guides

High-Yield Savings

Why it's a good idea to put some money in a high-yield savings account

Why it's a good idea to put some money in a high-yield savings account

By Kathryn Pomroy Contributor

Open a high-yield savings account to earn more interest on your money

Open a high-yield savings account to earn more interest on your money

By Daniel Bortz Contributor

Can you lose money in a high yield savings account?

Can you lose money in a high yield savings account?

By Kathryn Pomroy Contributor

Here's how much a high yield savings account pays

Here's how much a high yield savings account pays

By Tara Mastroeni Contributor

How to choose a high-yield savings account

How to choose a high-yield savings account

Want to build those savings fast? Don’t just choose the first bank you come to.

By Aly Yale Contributor

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