How to pay down debt this Fourth of July
The Fourth of July can inspire you to think about freedom – including financial freedom. Here are five ways to take care of debt quickly this summer.
The Fourth of July can inspire you to think about freedom – including financial freedom. Here are five ways to take care of debt quickly this summer.
Today's mortgage rates close week mostly stabilized | July 2, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for July 2, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage rates for July 2, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Today's mortgage refinance rates level off at end of week | July 2, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 2, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 2, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.
$15 minimum wage goes into effect for small businesses in LA
A $15 minimum wage went into effect for small businesses in Los Angeles on Thursday after being gradually phased in for businesses since being approved in 2015.
A $15 minimum wage went into effect for small businesses in Los Angeles on Thursday after being gradually phased in for businesses since being approved in 2015.
Today’s California mortgage and refinance rates are a mixed bag | July 1, 2021
Mortgage refinance rates are largely up since last week, while home purchase rates held steady across two terms and rose for others
Mortgage refinance rates are largely up since last week, while home purchase rates held steady across two terms and rose for others
The ultimate guide to buying a house, from mortgage shopping to closing
Interested in buying a house in 2021? Learn the eight steps you need to take from beginning to end.
Interested in buying a house in 2021? Learn the eight steps you need to take from beginning to end.
Volatile week continues with today's mortgage refinance rates | July 1, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 1, 2021, which are a mix of up, down, and steady from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 1, 2021, which are a mix of up, down, and steady from yesterday.
Today's mortgage rates hit every mark: up, down, and steady | July 1, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for July 1, 2021, which are trending up from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage rates for July 1, 2021, which are trending up from yesterday.
How to refinance a vacation home
A few key differences make refinancing your vacation home a bit more challenging than refinancing your primary residence.
A few key differences make refinancing your vacation home a bit more challenging than refinancing your primary residence.
US unemployment claims fall to 364,000, a new pandemic low
U.S. unemployment claims dropped by 51,000 last week to 364,000, the lowest level since the pandemic began in 2020.
U.S. unemployment claims dropped by 51,000 last week to 364,000, the lowest level since the pandemic began in 2020.
How to pay off $30,000 in credit card debt
Paying off high credit card debt is possible, but it requires planning and solid strategies.
Paying off high credit card debt is possible, but it requires planning and solid strategies.
Paying off credit card debt with a personal loan can save you $700 in interest
Struggling to pay off your credit cards? A personal loan can help you lower your monthly payments, save money on interest and pay off debt faster.
Struggling to pay off your credit cards? A personal loan can help you lower your monthly payments, save money on interest and pay off debt faster.
Consumer prices rising at historic pace: What it means for your personal finances
Risks of inflation are rising and consumer prices increased at their highest rate in more than a decade, driven by increasing auto prices.
Risks of inflation are rising and consumer prices increased at their highest rate in more than a decade, driven by increasing auto prices.
Is it a good idea for drivers to buy GAP insurance?
GAP insurance is an optional supplemental coverage that helps pay off your vehicle loan if your car is totaled and you owe more than its depreciated value. It's a good idea for several reasons.
GAP insurance is an optional supplemental coverage that helps pay off your vehicle loan if your car is totaled and you owe more than its depreciated value. It's a good idea for several reasons.
Hot housing market eliminates some risks from using cash-out refinances for student loans
Take advantage of the hot housing market and roll your student loans into your mortgage with a cash-out refinance.
Take advantage of the hot housing market and roll your student loans into your mortgage with a cash-out refinance.
Today's mortgage refinance rates all trend upward for first time since mid-March | June 30, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for June 30, 2021, which are up from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for June 30, 2021, which are up from yesterday.
Today's mortgage rates rise across 30- and 15-year terms | June 30, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for June 30, 2021, which are trending up from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage rates for June 30, 2021, which are trending up from yesterday.
Does your child need life insurance? What to know
Should you take out a life insurance policy for your children? Here’s what you should know about child life insurance policies and when it makes sense to purchase one.
Should you take out a life insurance policy for your children? Here’s what you should know about child life insurance policies and when it makes sense to purchase one.
Child tax credit: Families who have higher 2021 earnings can opt out
Families who are earning more in 2021 but were receiving assistance through the child tax credit program may have become ineligible and will get a chance to opt out of those payments to avoid having to pay it back next April during tax season.
Families who are earning more in 2021 but were receiving assistance through the child tax credit program may have become ineligible and will get a chance to opt out of those payments to avoid having to pay it back next April during tax season.
Do I have to pay taxes on my savings account?
The interest you earn on the money in your savings account is considered taxable income in the year the interest was earned. The tax you pay is determined by your overall taxable income for that same year.
The interest you earn on the money in your savings account is considered taxable income in the year the interest was earned. The tax you pay is determined by your overall taxable income for that same year.