Job hunting during pandemic includes virtual interviews

In recent years, an initial interview often meant a phone or video conversation to determine whether a candidate was good enough to warrant a face-to-face interview. It saves time and money for employers. Now, the pandemic has made it a necessity, and job seekers need to get their sales pitch camera-ready.

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.

Tips for landing a job through a virtual interview
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The COVID-19 pandemic is forcing several employers to interview candidates using video conferencing platforms.

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.

How long should your personal loan terms be?

Ready to take out a personal loan? Find out the benefits of opting for smaller loan term lengths here.

Millions of homeowners can lower mortgage payments by refinancing right now

Mortgage refinancing can help millions of homeowners to reduce the amount of their monthly payments and save money. Here's what you need to know.

Pros and cons of private student loans

Considering a private student loan for college? Weigh the benefits and potential downsides first.

How to get approved for a mortgage refinance (and save money) today

Can you maximize your chances of getting a mortgage refinance loan approved? Find out some steps to take here to increase your chances of being able to refinance your home loan.

How is your credit card limit determined?

Credit card companies use these factors to determine your credit limit.

AP: Emails show businesses held sway over state reopening plans

Records obtained by The Associated Press show that governors worked closely with business interests as they weighed when and how to reopen their economies last spring.

Heavy buyer demand and low rates send US home sales surging amid COVID-19 pandemic

Spurred by ultra-low mortgage rates, home buyers rushed last month to snap up a limited supply of existing houses, causing the pace of purchases to jump by a record-high 24.7%.