What is today’s lowest mortgage rate? 15-year terms remain lowest | September 13, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for September 13, 2023, which are mixed from yesterday.
Medicare Part D drug prices increase more than 200 percent on average: AARP
The average price of 25 prescription brand name drugs with the highest Medicare D spending increased by 226%, AARP reported. But provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act aim to lower the costs of Medicare coverage for retirees.
Here's how to lower your monthly student loan payments
There are many ways to lower student loan payments or get forgiveness. These include the Saving on A Valuable Education (SAVE) plan, income-driven repayment (IDR) plans, public service loan forgiveness (PSLF) and more.
Shopping on an impulse is derailing American budgets – here's how to take control
Almost 56% of U.S. consumers said they had a spending plan, but 49% said that impulse purchases had caused financial stress, according to the survey by You Need a Budget.
What's today’s lowest mortgage rate? Look at today's shorter terms | September 11, 2023
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Over 4 million student borrowers enroll in Biden’s SAVE forgiveness plan
The Department of Education said it had received nearly 4 million applications for a new income-driven repayment program since launching at the end of July.
Looking to save on today’s mortgage rates? Try shorter terms | September 7, 2023
Check out the mortgage purchase rates for September 7, 2023, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Here is how you can avoid a tax refund shock next year
Next year’s tax refund shouldn’t be a shock to Americans if they take stock of their income taxes mid-year, according to Jackson Hewitt.
Today’s biggest mortgage rates savings? 15-year terms remain lowest | September 6, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for September 6, 2023, which are largely trending up from yesterday.
These are the most affordable states to buy a home
A new report reveals the top most affordable states in the U.S. But some states on the East Coast have particularly high home prices. Here’s what you need to know.
Back-to-school shopping expenses to reach record high: survey
Back-to-school spending in 2023 could reach a record high of more than $40 billion, largely due to demand in electronics, a survey reported. At the same time, Americans continue dealing with high inflation.
Today’s lowest mortgage rate? 10-year terms at 6.25 percent | September 5, 2023
Check out the mortgage purchase rates for September 5, 2023, which are largely trending down from Friday.
Fidelity reveals how much money you need to retire for the lifestyle 'you're hoping for'
Fidelity gives guidance to 'encourage people to save for retirement.'
Mortgage rates take a dip ahead of Labor Day weekend: Freddie Mac
Mortgage rates declined this week, but remain elevated, Freddie Mac reported. But the direction of mortgage rates remains uncertain ahead of the Fed’s next meeting, where the central bank could raise interest rates again.
GDP growth for Q2 dips on second estimate
Gross domestic product (GDP) increased in Q2 2023 and signs of a strong economy could push the Fed to raise interest rates again. This could have a major impact on consumer debt.
Looking for today’s biggest mortgage rate savings? Try 15-year terms | August 31, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for August 31, 2023, which are mixed from yesterday.
Americans consider using credit cards to afford student loan payments: survey
Many Americans who used the pause on student loan payments to reduce debt may now have to reverse course, according to a recent Empower survey.
Today’s lowest mortgage rates? Consider today's shorter terms | August 30, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for August 30, 2023, which are mixed from yesterday.
Gas prices drop ahead of Labor Day weekend: AAA
The average price of gas dropped this week as oil prices follow a downward trend, according to AAA. Motorists may see some pressure at the pump as they get closer to Labor Day weekend.
Can the Federal Reserve keep raising interest rates?
After a year of rising interest rates, the Federal Reserve is expected to change course at its next meeting.