9 tips to get the best mortgage rate

It’s a good idea to comparison-shop for the best mortgage rate you can get, because even a small rate difference can mean tens of thousands of dollars in savings.

How to find student loans without a cosigner

Some private lenders offer student loans without a cosigner. But they often require you to have good credit and a solid income.

Revolving credit balances grew by 11.4% in May, Fed finds: How to pay off your credit cards

Revolving credit debt increased 11.4 percent in May, according to the Fed's latest report. Credit card borrowers with high balances and monthly bills could consider paying off debt with one of these methods.

McDonald’s to bolster free child care, paid tuition to entice workers

McDonald’s plans to invest millions more into new and already-existing programs to allow its franchisees to entice new employees and retain current workers.

Child tax credit: First payments go out July 15

The IRS said that the first payments from the expanded child tax credit signed into law with President Joe Biden’s $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package will begin hitting families’ bank accounts on July 15.

With sub-3% mortgage rates a reality, here's what homeowners and buyers should do now

Average 30-year mortgage rates have dipped below 3 percent again, while 15-year rates dropped near all-time lows, according to Freddie Mac. Here's how you can take advantage of sub-3 percent mortgage rates.

Personal loan interest rates plummet to 3-month low

The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.

Loans for a 600 credit score: What to know and where to find one

Taking out a personal loan with a credit score of 600 isn’t impossible — but it may require some creativity, and you may not get the best loan terms.