Chevron refinery workers to go on strike
Workers at the Chevron oil refinery are going on strike in Richmond tomorrow.
Fed rate hike sends mortgage rates soaring past 4%
Following the Federal Reserve's decision to raise rates, mortgage rates surged past 4% this week for the first time since 2019, according to Freddie Mac.
Sen. Murray urges Biden to extend student loan payment pause until 2023
The Washington senator wants to postpone the restart of federal student loan repayment until 2023 to address issues with the “broken” borrowing system.
15- and 10-year mortgage refinance rates hold for 4th straight day | March 18, 2022
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for March 18, 2022, which are unchanged from yesterday.
Still time to save: Today's mortgage rates rest across all terms | March 18, 2022
Check out the mortgage rates for March 18, 2022, which are unchanged from yesterday.
'Competitive' spring homebuying season is starting early this year, industry analyst says
Despite higher prices, a recent decrease in mortgage rates and stabilizing inventory levels may be advantageous for homebuyers in the coming months, one economist recently said.
Today’s mortgage refinance rates: Steady shorter terms offer best savings chances | March 17, 2022
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for March 17, 2022, which are mixed from yesterday.
Today's mortgage rates: 30-year rates slip, shorter repayment terms hold steady | March 17, 2022
Check out the mortgage rates for March 17, 2022, which are a mixed bag from yesterday.
Netflix to launch test that requires subscribers to pay for users outside household
Netflix says it is testing a new feature for its members in Chile, Costa Rica and Peru, requiring users to add “sub accounts” for up to two people they don’t live with — and it will come at a cost.
Federal Reserve raises interest rates: What to do now
In order to fight decades-high inflation levels, the Federal Reserve raised rates for the first time since 2018 on Wednesday.
5-year variable private student loan rates plunge more than a point
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Nearly 200 firefighters battling blaze at Walmart distribution center
Firefighters are battling a massive warehouse fire at a Walmart distribution center in Plainfield, Indiana.
15-year mortgage rates slip, emerge as buyers’ best savings opportunity | March 16, 2022
Check out the mortgage rates for March 16, 2022, which are mixed from yesterday.
20-year mortgage refinance rates fall, giving buyers savings opportunity | March 16, 2022
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for March 16, 2022, which are mixed from yesterday.
CD sales in US increase for 1st time in nearly 20 years
U.S. sales for physical CDs in 2021 increased for the first time since 2004, according to recent data published by the Recording Industry Association of America.
Starbucks CEO Kevin Johnson to retire; founder Howard Schultz to be interim chief
Starbucks President and CEO Kevin Johnson said Wednesday he will retire next month, and former CEO and company founder Howard Schultz will replace him on an interim basis.
DoorDash to refund drivers for some gas purchases to help offset higher fuel costs
DoorDash said it will give 10% cash back to all U.S. delivery drivers when they buy gas using the company’s debit card designed for drivers.
Housing affordability tightens as majority of US sees double-digit home price growth in Q4 2021: NAR
Though home prices appreciation is slowing, growth remains strong as many metropolitan areas across America saw double-digit increases in the fourth quarter of 2021, according to the NAR.
Today’s mortgage refinance rates: Look to shorter terms for best savings opportunities | March 15, 2022
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for March 15, 2022, which are up from yesterday.
10-year, 15-year mortgage rates are today's best savings opportunity for buyers | March 15, 2022
Check out the mortgage rates for March 15, 2022, which are trending up from yesterday.