How to pay for college without financial aid

There are numerous ways to fill a financial aid gap when paying for school. 

How to avoid PMI when buying a home

You might be required to pay personal mortgage insurance if your down payment is less than 20%.

5 reasons to use a personal loan to pay off credit card debt

A personal loan offers lower interest rates and can help consumers pay down their credit card debt faster.

12 mistakes to avoid as a first-time home buyer

Are you hoping to buy a house for the first time? Make sure you avoid these first-time homebuyer mistakes.

Should you take out a personal loan for a home improvement project?

Tackling a home improvement project can be costly but, with competitive rates and terms, a personal loan can give you a house to come home to.

Paying off a personal loan early? Beware of these things

Thinking about repaying your personal loan early? Here are five dos and don’ts that you’ll want to consider first.

Trump says Americans can expect another round of coronavirus stimulus payments

Speaking at the White House during an interview, President Donald Trump said Tuesday that Americans can look forward to another round of stimulus checks before the end of the year. 

What is an appraisal waiver?

Find out if your home is eligible to waive the appraisal process.

Major student loan servicing changes are coming — here's how you can protect yourself

The Department of Education has contracted with several new companies to service federal student loans while discontinuing its relationship with some existing loan servicers.

How to get a balance transfer credit card

A balance transfer card could potentially save you hundreds of dollars as you pay down debt.

How often can you refinance your mortgage?

There’s no limit on your practical ability to refinance, but there are some important factors to consider before touching your mortgage

More money, deadline extended for rental assistance

Harris County Commissioners increased rental assistance from $25 million to $40 million. Add that to the rental assistance from the City of Houston and donors of $20 million, and that brings the combined pot to $60 million.

How to get mortgage approval if your student loan is in forbearance

Federal student loan forbearance may sound great, but it could impact your ability to get a mortgage. Here’s what you need to know about qualifying for a home loan while your payments are paused.

How to pay off student loans faster

Find out how refinancing and more payments can help pay down student loans.