Longer student loan forbearance is needed, 40% of borrowers say in survey
The payment suspension on federal student loans was part of the greater push for COVID-19 emergency relief, but payments restart in just a few short months. According to a new survey, 40% of borrowers want a longer suspension of loan payments.
What is a deductible in car insurance?
Here’s everything you need to know about car insurance deductibles, including how much they cost and what type of coverage you may need.
Child tax credit improves savings for 33% of families, data shows - what to do if you're struggling
The future of child tax credits lies in the $3.5 trillion budget bill being negotiated in Congress. New data shows the credit improves finances for 33% of families.
Still time to score a deal: Today's mortgage rates rest for three terms | Oct. 8, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for Oct. 8, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
10-year mortgage refinance rates edge up: Act now before they go higher | Oct. 8, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Oct. 8, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.
Debt ceiling: Deal reached with GOP on short-term fix, Schumer says
A debt ceiling deal that would temporarily raise the limit through December has been reached with Republicans, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said.
US unemployment claims fall to 326,000, first drop in four weeks
U.S. unemployment claims were down by 38,000 to 326,000 last week, the first drop in four weeks.
Student loan forgiveness: 550K borrowers to benefit from program overhaul
A change to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program will immediately make 22,000 borrowers eligible to get loans canceled, U.S. officials said.
'Life is too short': Mom moves family into an RV to help pay debt, travel full time
After two years of "barely scraping by," and living in debt, Karen Akpan and her husband Sylvester decided it was time to move their family into an RV to travel full time.
Biden calls GOP’s refusal to raise debt ceiling ‘hypocritical’
President Joe Biden is giving remarks on the debt ceiling, as the U.S. quickly approaches its limit on federal borrowing.
Wells Fargo study shows most Americans not ready for natural disasters: How you can prepare
Americans are not prepared physically or financially for natural disasters, according to a new study from Wells Fargo. Here's how you can prepare.
Mortgage rates rise over 3% for first time since June: Freddie Mac data
Interest for a 30-year mortgage rose above 3% for the first time since June after their largest single-week increase since February. But many homeowners can still benefit from a mortgage refinance.
Average private student loan interest rates remain low, data shows: How you can lock in a good rate
Private student loan rates are different from federal student loan rates because they can vary depending on a number of factors. See how you can qualify for the lowest fixed and variable rates on a private loan in this analysis.
30-year mortgage rates dip back below 3% | Oct. 1, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Oct. 1, 2021, which are a mixed bag from yesterday.
30-, 10-year mortgage refinance rates slip back to bargain levels | Oct. 1, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Oct. 1, 2021, which are a mixed bag from yesterday.
How some Bay Area renters remain protected from eviction as state rule expires
As the California eviction moratorium is set to expire at the end of the month, you may be wondering: am I protected for longer than that under Bay Area rules?
Still time to score a refinance deal, as rates linger near historic lows | Sept. 30, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Sept. 30, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.
10-year fixed student loan rates jump to highest point since April
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Savings window still open: Mortgage rates linger at 3% or lower | Sept. 30, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for Sept. 30, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.
US unemployment claims rise for 3rd straight week amid delta spread
U.S. unemployment claims rose by 11,000 last week to 362,000, the Labor Department said Thursday.