Fannie Mae to consider on-time rent payments when underwriting mortgages, which is good news for buyers
Fannie Mae issued new guidelines allowing conventional mortgage lenders to consider an applicant's history of on-time rent payments when issuing home loans. (iStock)
Fannie Mae issued new guidelines allowing conventional mortgage lenders to consider an applicant's history of on-time rent payments when issuing home loans. (iStock)
Today's mortgage rates: 15-year rates fall to 22-day low | Sept. 8, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for Sept. 8, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage rates for Sept. 8, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.
Today's 15-year mortgage refinance rates sink to 22-day low | Sept. 8, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Sept. 8, 2021, which are mixed from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Sept. 8, 2021, which are mixed from yesterday.
FAFSA applications for the 2022-23 school year open soon — 4 things you can do now to prepare
FAFSA applications for the 2022-23 school year open on Oct. 1, 2021. See what you can do to prepare now, and compare your options for additional financing if your financial aid package comes up short.
FAFSA applications for the 2022-23 school year open on Oct. 1, 2021. See what you can do to prepare now, and compare your options for additional financing if your financial aid package comes up short.
California's eviction moratorium expires soon
An eviction moratorium that has protected California tenants is coming to an end this month.
An eviction moratorium that has protected California tenants is coming to an end this month.
Auto insurance shopping surges as younger generations return to work
In the second quarter of 2021, auto insurance shopping increased among younger generations who are reentering the workforce amid a recovering U.S. economy.
In the second quarter of 2021, auto insurance shopping increased among younger generations who are reentering the workforce amid a recovering U.S. economy.
Here's why variable-rate student loan refinancing may be a smart move
Fixed-rate student loan refinancing has the benefit of predictability, but variable-rate student loans may be a good option depending on the term of the loan. Learn more about your student loan options so you can pay less interest over time. (iStock)
Fixed-rate student loan refinancing has the benefit of predictability, but variable-rate student loans may be a good option depending on the term of the loan. Learn more about your student loan options so you can pay less interest over time. (iStock)
Today's 30-year mortgage refinance rates slip back to near-record lows | Sept. 7, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Sept. 7, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from last Friday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Sept. 7, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from last Friday.
Today's 30-year mortgage rates tick up, others hold firm | Sept. 7, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for Sept. 7, 2021, which are largely unchanged from last Friday.
Check out the mortgage rates for Sept. 7, 2021, which are largely unchanged from last Friday.
Few options for jobless Americans after pandemic unemployment benefits expire
It's estimated that roughly 8.9 million Americans will lose all or some of these benefits.
It's estimated that roughly 8.9 million Americans will lose all or some of these benefits.
Senate’s $3.5T budget: What you need to know
Congressional democrats hope to pass a $3.5 trillion budget this fall aimed at improving housing, education, climate change and other initiatives.
Congressional democrats hope to pass a $3.5 trillion budget this fall aimed at improving housing, education, climate change and other initiatives.
Pandemic unemployment benefits end for 7M Americans on Labor Day
The expiration of jobless benefits could fuel a sharp spending pullback.
The expiration of jobless benefits could fuel a sharp spending pullback.
Some of the best home improvement loans of 2021
Home improvement loans are one way to fund home projects or repairs without using your property as collateral to secure the debt.
Home improvement loans are one way to fund home projects or repairs without using your property as collateral to secure the debt.
AOC urges Biden to appoint new Fed chair - what that would mean for interest rates
Progressives led by AOC are urging Biden to appoint a new Federal Reserve Chair with a focus on regulation and global climate change.
Progressives led by AOC are urging Biden to appoint a new Federal Reserve Chair with a focus on regulation and global climate change.
‘No question’ delta variant is why August job growth wasn’t stronger, Biden says
America’s employers added just 235,000 jobs in August, a modest gain after two months of robust hiring at a time when the delta variant’s spread has discouraged some people from flying, shopping and eating out.
America’s employers added just 235,000 jobs in August, a modest gain after two months of robust hiring at a time when the delta variant’s spread has discouraged some people from flying, shopping and eating out.
How to buy a house at auction: Pros, cons, and what to know
Real estate auctions can be a great way to get a good deal on a home, but there are risks to consider.
Real estate auctions can be a great way to get a good deal on a home, but there are risks to consider.
Hurricane Ida aftermath: Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac extend homeowner assistance following storm
Homeowners who are affected by Hurricane Ida have options for pausing their mortgage payments and making home repairs.
Homeowners who are affected by Hurricane Ida have options for pausing their mortgage payments and making home repairs.
This education option could save students thousands as college debt surges, says e-learning CEO
The student debt crisis is only getting worse. One expert talks about alternatives.
The student debt crisis is only getting worse. One expert talks about alternatives.
3 out of 4 mortgage refinance rates linger at week’s lows | Sept. 2, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Sept. 2, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Sept. 2, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Today's mortgage rates aren't budging, hold near record lows for 4th day | Sept. 2, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for Sept. 2, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage rates for Sept. 2, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.