Today's biggest mortgage rate decrease? 30-year terms plummet | May 3, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for May 3, 2023, which are trending down from yesterday.
Some 14 million jobs won't exist globally in 5 years, report says
Here are the jobs that will be most impacted in the years ahead, according to the new report by the World Economic Forum.
BP reports $5 billion quarterly profit on strong oil, gas trading
BP’s profits have rebounded from last year's losses, and this quarter's earnings have exceeded analysts' expectations. Oil companies have been reporting higher earnings after Russia invaded Ukraine.
Today's mortgage rates are rising, but 15-year terms are below 6 percent | May 2, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for May 2, 2023, which are trending up from yesterday.
Bank deposits fell by more than $76 billion
Bank deposits fell by $76.2 billion in April, following the highly publicized closures of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) and other tech-focused financial institutions. Moreover, high interest rates continue to put pressure on both banks and consumers.
Biden asks student loan companies to prepare for end to payment pause
The Education Department has notified student loan servicers to prepare for an end to the COVID-19 student loan payment pause.
Today's best mortgage deal? Back to 15-year terms | May 1, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for May 1, 2023, which are mixed from Friday.
First Republic Bank seized by regulators, sold to JPMorgan Chase
San Francisco-based First Republic is the third midsize bank to fail in two months and is the second-biggest bank failure in U.S. history.
First Republic Bank shares nosedive amid uncertainty about rescue deal
Shares of First Republic Bank remain in a death spiral amid reports of uncertainty about whether the lender could see a rescue deal.
Gas prices dip, offering consumers some relief at the pump: AAA
The national average cost for a gallon of gas dropped by five cents from last week to $3.68, reflecting a dip in oil prices, AAA said.
Drugmaker Akorn goes bankrupt, recalls medicines for people, pets
The company terminated all employees at its US sites and discontinued its Quality program, leading to a voluntary recall of various products.
Target expands locked merchandise cases to hit back at shoplifting
One of the things Target has utilized to curb shoplifting is locked-up cases. A Target spokesperson says the company is taking a "multi-layered approach to combating theft."
Bed Bath & Beyond coupons accepted at Big Lots, The Container Store in wake of bankruptcy
If you have Bed Bath & Beyond coupons that you didn't get to use, you’re not totally out of luck.
The Fed is expected to raise interest rates again in May: Economists
The Fed is expected to raise interest rates by 25 basis points again in May, according to a poll of economists. This is what you need to know.
Local Houston, minority business could become suppliers, vendors for College Football Playoffs in 2024
Houston is hosting the College Football Playoffs in 2024 and the Houston Host Committee wants to give local businesses a chance to shine with the Buy Houston: By Houston Supplier Diversity program!
Today's best mortgage deal? Rates for 10-year terms | April 27, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for April 27, 2023, which are mixed from yesterday.
College Football Playoff Committee launched 'Buy Houston: By Houston' Supplier Program
Houston continues to host some of the biggest sporting events in the world! Next year, we've got the College Football Playoff National Championship to look forward to and the host committee is busy working on ways to get the community involved. Houston Host Committee president Chris Massey tells us more about the new program being launched today.
Today's lowest mortgage rate? 15-year terms | April 26, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for April 26, 2023, which are trending down from yesterday.
Knowing how insurance rates are calculated could save drivers money: survey
Roughly 80% of American drivers surveyed can't identify the factors used to determine car insurance rate, a survey by the Zebra said. This knowledge gap could be costing them on their auto insurance premiums.
These are the cities you can earn six figures in and still be broke
A new study found that in 16 of the 100 largest U.S. metros, a family of three earning a $100,000 annual income would spend more on the basics than what they earn. California cities made up half of the list.