What insurance coverage do I need if I’m financing my car?
Depending on whether you buy your vehicle outright, lease it, or finance it, you might run into different car insurance requirements.
How your credit score is impacted by hard and soft inquiries
Only when you officially submit an application will it impact your credit score.
4 things to consider when choosing a mortgage lender
Choosing a mortgage lender is a process, but it doesn't have to be a difficult one. Here are four key ways to determine whether a lender is right for you.
Prime Day 2021: How to avoid overspending, plus 3 ways to get out of credit card debt
Follow these tips to avoid overspending on Prime Day, and learn more about paying down your debt.
Today's 30-year mortgage rates trending back down, others holding steady | June 21, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for June 21, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from last Friday.
Today's mortgage refinance rates show little change: only 30-year rates drop | June 21, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for June 21, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from last Friday.
How to use a personal loan to increase your credit score
You can use a personal loan to build credit and increase your credit score, but be sure to consider the ways that borrowing could also hurt it.
Paying off your debt – 5 strategies to do it quicker and easier
Use these five helpful strategies to pay off debt faster, easier, and without any added financial stress.
Can an income-driven repayment plan help get my student loans forgiven?
If you can’t afford your student loan payments, enrolling in an income-driven repayment plan can help you get some relief.
Fed keeps interest rates at 0% - how your loans are affected
The Federal Reserve kept interest rates steady at its latest meeting, but they could be going up soon. Here's what will happen then, and what you should do with your finances to prepare.
How to determine how much life insurance you need
With COVID-19 still on the minds of anxious Americans, wondering if you have enough life insurance is hardly an extreme question.
Today's mortgage refinance rates are mixed bag of drops and holds | June 18, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for June 18, 2021, which are a mixed bag from yesterday.
Today's mortgage rates mostly unchanged, but 30-year rates drop | June 18, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for June 18, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Car loans and the impact on insurance rates: what you need to know
States vary, but you may be required to carry collision and comprehensive insurance if you have a car loan. But what if you pay off your car loan? Will your rates drop?
4 reasons why your mortgage application could be rejected
When the Federal Reserve lowered interest rates to near 0% last year, mortgage rates followed suit.
Mortgage refinancing demand rises as interest rates hold steady near record lows, MBA survey finds
Mortgage applications increased 4.2% from last week, with mortgage refinance applications experiencing the greatest gains. Here's what you need to know.
Fed projects two rate hikes by 2023 – how to lower your rate now
The Federal Reserve announced after its June meeting that inflation could increase faster than it originally expected. And while it will keep interest rates low for now, more members are predicting at least two rate hikes by 2023.
Unemployment claims jump unexpectedly: What to do if you need cash now
Many Americans are still struggling to make ends meet with rising consumer prices and low wages. Consider these options if you need quick cash now.
Today's mortgage refinance rates rise across all terms for the first time in 66 days | June 17, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for June 17, 2021, which are up from yesterday.
Home equity: How to build it efficiently in 5 ways
Home equity is your most valuable asset and it gives you more financial options. Learn how to kick start building equity in your home.