5 of the best mortgage lenders for 2021

With real estate booming, it’s important to choose a lender with a reputation for good service. Here are some of the best mortgage lenders to consider.

Refinancing student loans? Here’s the credit score you’ll need

If you're considering a student loan refinance, here's the credit score you'll need, and some more details about refinancing requirements.

When buying a house, should you consider making a large down payment?

Buying a house? Your financial situation and your goals determine when a larger down payment makes sense and when it doesn’t.

5 ways to pay down your car loan and save money

Most Americans need to take out a car loan, but you don’t want to pay too much interest. Learn five ways to pay off your car loan faster.

School districts battling low enrollment next year face job cuts

Districts are ensuring parents school buildings are safe for their kids to return next school year amid low student enrollment.

5 smart ways to consolidate credit card debt – and 5 you should never do

Consolidating high-interest credit card debt with a lower-interest credit product could help you wipe out the debt faster and pay less interest.

Personal loan vs. credit card — when to use each one

Both personal loans and credit cards can help you finance a major purchase. But which one is the best fit for your situation?

Thinking about getting a reverse mortgage? Consider these factors

A reverse mortgage is a way for seniors to borrow against the equity they have in their homes, but they aren’t right for everyone. Consider these options instead.

88% of children covered by monthly payments starting in July

Qualified families will receive a payment of up to $300 per month for each child under 6 and up to $250 per month for children between the ages of 6 and 17.

Inflation rate is climbing but is it temporary or a sign of worse things to come?
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It is hard to miss that a lot of everyday expenses have been on the rise; the government inflation rate is climbing at the fastest rate in some 12 years. Fox 26 Houston Business Reporter Tom Zizka town is looking at whether the financial pain is temporary or a sign of worse things to come.

Will my spouse’s debt affect our joint mortgage application?

Joint mortgage debt can hurt your chances of securing a low interest rate. Here’s what you need to know about debt before applying for a loan.

Local expert breaks down how inflation is helping the economy recover from the pandemic
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Inflation concerns are definitely picking up as the economy begins to recover from the pandemic. Local financial professional Richard Becker of Texas Retirement Planners is here with tips to help you better understand what's going on with inflation.

Tax expert helps answer your questions!
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As we get closer to this year's tax deadlines in Texas, we catch up with Tax Expert from My Tax Guy in Houston Douglas Hord to help answer your questions and clear up any confusion.