Mortgage rates dip below 7 percent as the housing outlook brightens for 2024: Freddie Mac
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 6.95% for the week ending Dec. 14, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 6.95% for the week ending Dec. 14, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
Gas prices on downward slide, further price drops likely: AAA
A downward trend in national gas prices persists ahead of holiday travel. Tepid demand and a low cost for oil are bringing drivers relief at the pump, according to AAA.
A downward trend in national gas prices persists ahead of holiday travel. Tepid demand and a low cost for oil are bringing drivers relief at the pump, according to AAA.
Rent prices show biggest decline in more than 3 years, Redfin report says
Redfin says its the biggest annual price drop in rents since 2020.
Redfin says its the biggest annual price drop in rents since 2020.
Los Angeles among top 3 costliest cities for older homeowners
High housing costs across the U.S. are pushing more homeowners out the door, but according to new data, that sentiment rings especially true for older homeowners in metro areas and coastal cities.
High housing costs across the U.S. are pushing more homeowners out the door, but according to new data, that sentiment rings especially true for older homeowners in metro areas and coastal cities.
Fed decides no interest rate bump in December, indicates cuts ahead
The Federal Reserve announced a third interest rate pause during its December meeting on Wednesday, still leaving the federal funds rate at a 22-year high of 5.25% to 5.5%.
The Federal Reserve announced a third interest rate pause during its December meeting on Wednesday, still leaving the federal funds rate at a 22-year high of 5.25% to 5.5%.
12 percent of retired Americans plan to return to the workforce in 2024: survey
Some 12% of Americans said they planned to work again in the New Year, with 61% citing rising costs as the reason, a recent Resume Builder survey said.
Some 12% of Americans said they planned to work again in the New Year, with 61% citing rising costs as the reason, a recent Resume Builder survey said.
Boss surprises team with lottery tickets as Christmas gifts, leading to $50K jackpot win
Sheila Colter, an employee at Med Center Health Environmental Services in Kentucky, gifted her team scratch-off tickets for Christmas, leading to an unexpected $50,000 jackpot win.
Sheila Colter, an employee at Med Center Health Environmental Services in Kentucky, gifted her team scratch-off tickets for Christmas, leading to an unexpected $50,000 jackpot win.
Here's who may qualify for $10,000 in student debt relief under Biden's new forgiveness plan
The Biden administration has taken the next step toward its plan B for student loan forgiveness after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down its first debt forgiveness attempt.
The Biden administration has taken the next step toward its plan B for student loan forgiveness after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down its first debt forgiveness attempt.
2 Mega Millions jackpot tickets sold at same Los Angeles gas station Friday night
The two Mega Millions jackpot winners will split the grand prize, after purchasing their tickets from the Los Angeles gas station.
The two Mega Millions jackpot winners will split the grand prize, after purchasing their tickets from the Los Angeles gas station.
Gas prices dip lower, an early present for travelers this holiday season: AAA
The national average for a gallon of gas resumed its gradual decline amid falling oil prices. If oil prices stay low, drivers can anticipate a continued drop in pump prices, AAA said.
The national average for a gallon of gas resumed its gradual decline amid falling oil prices. If oil prices stay low, drivers can anticipate a continued drop in pump prices, AAA said.
How much do stamps cost now? Here’s what you will spend to send out holiday cards amid inflation
Still need to send out your holiday cards? It will cost you more this year.
Still need to send out your holiday cards? It will cost you more this year.
Homebuying demand dries up even as mortgage rates drop: Freddie Mac
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 7.03% for the week ending Dec. 7, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 7.03% for the week ending Dec. 7, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
'Home Alone' fans shocked by almost 250% increase in grocery prices since iconic shopping trip
Kevin McCallister's grocery list in the classic film "Home Alone" has gone from $19.83 in 1990 to $72.28 in 2023.
Kevin McCallister's grocery list in the classic film "Home Alone" has gone from $19.83 in 1990 to $72.28 in 2023.
Disneyland deep-discount tickets for Southern California residents on sale now
Tickets for Disneyland's special offer exclusively for Southern California residents are now on sale.
Tickets for Disneyland's special offer exclusively for Southern California residents are now on sale.
Rules when it comes to tipping around the holidays
Wondering just how much you should be tipping to certain people during the holidays? Here are some tips.
Wondering just how much you should be tipping to certain people during the holidays? Here are some tips.
Biden admin approves $5 billion more in student loan relief: See who qualifies
The Biden administration is finding other ways to wipe out student loan debt after the Supreme Court struck down the president's plan for mass student loan cancellation.
The Biden administration is finding other ways to wipe out student loan debt after the Supreme Court struck down the president's plan for mass student loan cancellation.
Record share of home sellers drop prices in October as mortgage rates squeeze buyers' budgets: Redfin
Nearly 7% of for-sale homes posted a price drop during the four weeks ending October 29, on average, the highest portion on record, Redfin says.
Nearly 7% of for-sale homes posted a price drop during the four weeks ending October 29, on average, the highest portion on record, Redfin says.
Truly Hard Seltzer wants to pay the utility bill for your holiday lights
Truly Hard Seltzer wants you to “keep it light" this holiday season by paying for elaborate light displays.
Truly Hard Seltzer wants you to “keep it light" this holiday season by paying for elaborate light displays.
These California cities will see home sales skyrocket in 2024: study
Several Southern California real estate markets are expected to rebound from significant sales declines in 2023, according to the 2024 National Housing Forecast.
Several Southern California real estate markets are expected to rebound from significant sales declines in 2023, according to the 2024 National Housing Forecast.
Here's how high interest rates can help build your savings
The Federal Reserve's efforts to lower inflation have pushed interest rates to an all-time high, which means consumers pay more to borrow but could be earning more on savings, a recent survey by Santander said.
The Federal Reserve's efforts to lower inflation have pushed interest rates to an all-time high, which means consumers pay more to borrow but could be earning more on savings, a recent survey by Santander said.