Refinancing your mortgage? 5 questions you should ask first

With interest rates low, homeowners may opt to refinance – but not without a good review of potential outcomes.

Oldest toy store in Los Angeles fights to survive pandemic

Kip’s Toyland at the Original Farmers Market was supposed to have a celebration marking 75 years in business this October.  Instead, the oldest toy store in LA is struggling to survive. 

Shoppers choose local for Small Business Saturday

Along the Pasadena streets, shoppers made stops to the mom-and-pop shops for the holiday season.

Garcetti debuts program to help small businesses grow online presence

Mayor Eric Garcetti debuted Wednesday LA Optimized, an initiative to help local small businesses recover from the COVID-19 pandemic by expanding their e-commerce capabilities and growing their online presence.  

Here’s why drivers should get comprehensive car insurance

Comprehensive auto insurance can be a good idea for drivers, if drivers understand how this insurance works.

How to choose a high-yield savings account

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

RadioShack gets another shot, this time with e-commerce

RadioShack has been pulled from the brink of death, again. Entrepreneur investors Alex Mehr and Tai Lopez scooped up the brand this year and plan to make RadioShack competitive again — this time online.

How to refinance a rental or investment property

Have an investment or rental property and thinking about refinancing? Here are some factors to consider before diving in.

Can you lose money in a high yield savings account?

There are both risks and rewards with high-yield savings accounts. They offer higher APYs than most traditional savings accounts. But if in one year you earn more than $10 in interest, you are required to report it on your tax return or face a penalty.

LA County restaurants relying on customer support amid upcoming halt to outdoor dining

LA County restaurants will be relying on customer support as they face another round of restrictions from the LA County Department of Public Health on Wednesday.

Everything you need to know about mortgage brokers

A mortgage broker may be able to get you a better rate. Should you use one for your next home loan?