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.
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.
Could your credit score impact your ability to get a new job?
Make sure you know how your credit could influence your employment.
Rise in car loans boosts US consumer credit usage in April, Fed report shows
More people are buying cars as the pandemic lifts and the demand is causing costs to surge.
Ready to refinance a rental property? What to know
Refinancing a rental property can help you accomplish several financial goals, but lender requirements are stringent.
How to decide if student loan refinancing is right for you
Although refinancing your student loan can help you save money, it might not be the best option for you.
Today's 30-year mortgage refinance rates bounce downward again | June 29, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for June 29, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Today's mortgage rates dip for 20-year and 10-year terms | June 29, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for June 29, 2021, which are a mixed bag from yesterday.
Biden's new FHFA head vows to prioritize affordable housing -- what homeowners should do now
After a Supreme Court ruling allowed President Joe Biden to replace the head of the FHFA, the housing agency is shifting its focus to affordable housing.
Should you refinance medical school loans?
When you should, and shouldn’t, refinance medical student loans.
What's the difference between homeowners insurance and condo/co-op insurance?
There are big differences between homeowners insurance and co-op insurance.
Using a personal loan for business expenses: What to consider
Before you get a personal loan to help grow your business, consider the associated benefits and risks.
Having trouble making student loan payments? Here’s what to do
If you can’t make your payments, you have options.
Today's mortgage rates: 30-year rates fall, other terms unchanged | June 24, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for June 24, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.
Today's 30-year mortgage refinance rates fall, other terms hold steady | June 24, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for June 24, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.
Should you get an interest-only mortgage?
Interest-only mortgages can offer flexibility for homebuyers but they're not right for everyone.
Will you owe taxes on interest from savings accounts?
Since the IRS considers interest as taxable income, you will likely owe taxes on interest from your savings account.
US homeowners increasingly exiting mortgage forbearance, data shows
Homeowners are finding less of a need for mortgage forbearance, and many are exiting their payment deferral plans.
Fixed-rate student loan refinancing rates sink to new record low
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
How to save on car insurance during the coronavirus pandemic
COVID-19 has changed the way Americans drive. That leads to savings opportunities on auto insurance.