FHFA to permanently allow desktop appraisals: How can it make the mortgage process easier?
The FHFA made desktop appraisals, a hybrid appraisal tool that allows appraisers to perform a valuation without physically visiting the home, permanent. Here's how that benefits borrowers.
The FHFA made desktop appraisals, a hybrid appraisal tool that allows appraisers to perform a valuation without physically visiting the home, permanent. Here's how that benefits borrowers.
Social Security payments increasing significantly in 2022, new bill could send payments higher
The Social Security Administration is seeing some changes, including increased payments to go out in 2022. Now, members of Congress are introducing a bill to save the program and expand its benefits.
The Social Security Administration is seeing some changes, including increased payments to go out in 2022. Now, members of Congress are introducing a bill to save the program and expand its benefits.
Solid for 18 days: 20-year mortgage refinance rates are today’s best refi deal | Oct. 29, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Oct. 29, 2021, which are mostly up from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Oct. 29, 2021, which are mostly up from yesterday.
Huntington Beach oil spill victims can apply to federal disaster loans
The federal government will offer disaster loans to businesses harmed by an oil spill that shut down Southern California shorelines earlier this month. The deadline to apply for the loans is July 27, 2022.
The federal government will offer disaster loans to businesses harmed by an oil spill that shut down Southern California shorelines earlier this month. The deadline to apply for the loans is July 27, 2022.
Best low-income loans: 12 lenders to consider
While having a low income might limit your borrowing options, there are lenders that offer low-income loans.
While having a low income might limit your borrowing options, there are lenders that offer low-income loans.
30-year mortgage refinance rates drop below 3%, but may not hold there for long | Oct. 28, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Oct. 28, 2021, which are largely down from yesterday. (iStock)
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Oct. 28, 2021, which are largely down from yesterday. (iStock)
The big slide: 3 key mortgage rates fall | Oct. 28, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for Oct. 28, 2021, which are down for three key rates from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage rates for Oct. 28, 2021, which are down for three key rates from yesterday.
Starbucks to raise pay to support workers, enhance recruitment efforts
The Seattle-based coffee giant said all of its U.S. workers will earn at least $15 — and up to $23 — per hour by next summer.
The Seattle-based coffee giant said all of its U.S. workers will earn at least $15 — and up to $23 — per hour by next summer.
Online grocery retailers have hidden price markups, MIT study finds: How to save money on your food budget
Stocking your shelves with fresh groceries shouldn't be a financial burden. But with the rise of online grocery shopping, prices are becoming less predictable, according to a study from MIT.
Stocking your shelves with fresh groceries shouldn't be a financial burden. But with the rise of online grocery shopping, prices are becoming less predictable, according to a study from MIT.
These are the top 10 most stolen vehicles in America, report finds
Car theft is on the rise, according to a new report, and certain makes and models are being stolen at a higher rate.
Car theft is on the rise, according to a new report, and certain makes and models are being stolen at a higher rate.
Mortgage rates remain above 3%, but homeowners can still save by refinancing
Mortgage interest rates are continuing to increase, rising past 3% this week. But as rates rise, homeowners can still save through a mortgage refinance.
Mortgage interest rates are continuing to increase, rising past 3% this week. But as rates rise, homeowners can still save through a mortgage refinance.
20-year mortgage interest rates dip, emerge as today's best mortgage deal | Oct. 27, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for Oct. 27, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage rates for Oct. 27, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Refinance bargain window still open: Mortgage refinance rates stick for three terms | Oct. 27, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Oct. 27, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Oct. 27, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.
Spanx founder gifts employees 2 1st-class plane tickets, $10,000 following Blackstone deal
Spanx founder, Sara Blakely, gifted all of her employees two first-class tickets to anywhere in the world and $10,000 each following a major deal with Blackstone.
Spanx founder, Sara Blakely, gifted all of her employees two first-class tickets to anywhere in the world and $10,000 each following a major deal with Blackstone.
Still time to save: 3 key mortgage rates hold steady for second day | Oct. 26, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for Oct. 26, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage rates for Oct. 26, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.
Mid-length mortgage refinance rates remain reliable bargains for savings-hungry homeowners | Oct. 26, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Oct. 26, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Oct. 26, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.
Considering refinancing? Here's why you should lock in your mortgage rate before Nov. 2
Federal Reserve policies have an indirect impact on mortgage rates. Ahead of the Fed's upcoming meeting in November, consider locking in a low rate for your mortgage purchase or refinance.
Federal Reserve policies have an indirect impact on mortgage rates. Ahead of the Fed's upcoming meeting in November, consider locking in a low rate for your mortgage purchase or refinance.
5-year variable student loan refinance rates plummet to new 16-month low
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Here is the average cost for auto insurance in 2021, and how to keep your costs down
See where auto insurance costs averaged highest and lowest in the U.S., and find out how to lower your premiums.
See where auto insurance costs averaged highest and lowest in the U.S., and find out how to lower your premiums.
Medical debt is the leading cause of bankruptcy, data shows: How to reduce your hospital bills
Filing for bankruptcy can discharge your medical debt, but it can leave a lasting negative impact on your creditworthiness.
Filing for bankruptcy can discharge your medical debt, but it can leave a lasting negative impact on your creditworthiness.