9 tips to get the best mortgage rate

It’s a good idea to comparison-shop for the best mortgage rate you can get, because even a small rate difference can mean tens of thousands of dollars in savings.

Mortgage refinancing can save you nearly $100K in interest: Here's how

With today's mortgage rates near record lows, it's a good time to refinance your mortgage. Doing so can lower your monthly payment and save you tens of thousands of dollars in interest over the life of your home loan.

American unemployment claims fall to 360,000, another pandemic low

The United States set another pandemic low in this week's jobs report, showing only 360,000 first-time filers for unemployment.

How to refinance student loans for 30 years

Refinancing your student loans to a 30-year term can lower your monthly payment, freeing up more money for other financial goals.

Biden's Education Department hires student loan forgiveness advocate: How your college debt could be impacted

The Biden administration has hired a student loans expert who believes the Education Secretary has the legal authority to forgive student debt under executive order. Here's what that means for your college debt.

Revolving credit balances grew by 11.4% in May, Fed finds: How to pay off your credit cards

Revolving credit debt increased 11.4 percent in May, according to the Fed's latest report. Credit card borrowers with high balances and monthly bills could consider paying off debt with one of these methods.

With sub-3% mortgage rates a reality, here's what homeowners and buyers should do now

Average 30-year mortgage rates have dipped below 3 percent again, while 15-year rates dropped near all-time lows, according to Freddie Mac. Here's how you can take advantage of sub-3 percent mortgage rates.