Lawsuit: Riverside County misspent COVID-19 relief funds
A lawsuit alleges the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department misspent more than $4.6 million in federal coronavirus relief funding.
Biden administration extends eviction freeze: What to do if you’re struggling to make payments
The Biden administration is extending its eviction moratorium, but calls on Congress to do more.
Biden facing renewed push from Dems to cancel $50K in student loan debt per borrower, extend payment freeze
Key Democrats are once again urging Biden to cancel student loans and extend the student loan payment freeze.
13.4M Americans behind on housing payment, survey says: Here's how to get back on track
Housing payments can comprise a large portion of your monthly budget, making it difficult to stay on track during times of financial hardship. Here's how you can save money on your monthly loan payments to get your finances back on track.
What credit score do you need for a mortgage?
There’s no universal minimum credit score needed for a mortgage, but a better credit score will give you more options.
Buyers get another day to grab record-low mortgage rates | July 29, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for July 29, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.
Today's 20-year mortgage refinance rates tumble to near-record low | July 29, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 29, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Student debt is preventing millennials from buying a home – here’s what you can do
Student debt continues to rise, and is now working against millennials trying to save up to buy a home.
US unemployment claims down 24,000 to 400,000 as economy recovers
U.S. unemployment claims dropped by 24,000 to 400,000 last week in another sign that the job market is recovering from the coronavirus recession.
Biden doesn't have authority to cancel student debt, Pelosi says: What to do with your college loans
Speaker Pelosi contradicted prominent Democratic lawmakers when it comes to student loan cancellation, saying that Biden doesn't have the executive authority to discharge loans. See what you can do with your loans in the meantime.
1.5M homeowners delinquent on mortgage payments, report shows – what to do if you’re struggling
Mortgage delinquencies dropped to their lowest level since the pandemic began - but that still leaves 1.5 million homeowners coping with serious delinquency.
5 surprising things that can prevent you from getting life insurance
There are many legitimate reasons for being denied life insurance coverage, especially if you have a history of high-risk behavior.
Variable student loan rates plummet to lowest level since February
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly. (iStock)
How much is nursing school?
Although nursing school can be pricey, you can pay for it using a variety of funding options, including student loans, scholarships and grants.
Fixed-rate student loan refinancing rates creep up from near-record lows
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
78% of homeowners didn't refinance their mortgage in the past year, survey finds: Why you should do it now
Mortgage refinancing is a smart move right now thanks to low average rates, but millions of homeowners still haven't taken advantage of this opportunity, according to a new Zillow survey.
What are property taxes? A guide for first-time home buyers
Property taxes affect your total cost of home ownership, and they vary depending on where you live.
What’s the time frame for getting a student loan?
Getting a student loan could take a few weeks to a few months, depending on whether you choose federal or private funding.
Average personal loan interest rate is 9.58%, Fed reports, but you may qualify for a lower rate
Personal loans are often used to pay off high-interest credit card debt or finance an unexpected expense. To get the lowest rates for your situation, it's important to shop around and compare loan terms across online lenders.
LA County eyeing guaranteed income pilot program for 150 youths
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors will vote Tuesday on a three-year pilot program to provide $1,204 per month to 150 county residents aged 18-24.







