Biden signs executive order raising federal contract workers’ minimum wage to $15 an hour
President Joe Biden signed an executive order to increase the minimum wage to $15 an hour for federal contractors, giving a pay bump to hundreds of thousands of workers.
President Joe Biden signed an executive order to increase the minimum wage to $15 an hour for federal contractors, giving a pay bump to hundreds of thousands of workers.
Surging lumber prices add significant costs to new home construction
New home sales continue to surge, across the country. In March, the Commerce Department reported activity increased more than 20%. The cost of buying a home is going way up, as well, as demand and the lingering effects of the pandemic are leaving an expensive shortage of supplies.
New home sales continue to surge, across the country. In March, the Commerce Department reported activity increased more than 20%. The cost of buying a home is going way up, as well, as demand and the lingering effects of the pandemic are leaving an expensive shortage of supplies.
How to manage debt ahead of retirement
Debt doesn't have to keep you from enjoying a secure retirement.
Debt doesn't have to keep you from enjoying a secure retirement.
4 money strategies to help improve your finances
Take charge of your finances with the four simple steps below.
Take charge of your finances with the four simple steps below.
Biden administration expanding summer food program for 34 million schoolchildren
Families of eligible children would receive $6.82 per child for each weekday — adding up to $375 for food per child over the summer months.
Families of eligible children would receive $6.82 per child for each weekday — adding up to $375 for food per child over the summer months.
Misled about mortgage forbearance? Consider mortgage refinancing instead
Mortgage forbearance can be a great option for Americans struggling to make their monthly payments but a mortgage refinance might actually make more sense.
Mortgage forbearance can be a great option for Americans struggling to make their monthly payments but a mortgage refinance might actually make more sense.
Buying life insurance? These factors determine how much it costs
Life insurance doesn’t have to be costly. Learn what factors determine how much you pay out of pocket.
Life insurance doesn’t have to be costly. Learn what factors determine how much you pay out of pocket.
How to plan for unexpected expenses — and still save — on a tight budget
No one expects the unexpected but knowing you have the funds on hand if you have a financial setback or unexpected expense is comforting.
No one expects the unexpected but knowing you have the funds on hand if you have a financial setback or unexpected expense is comforting.
Today's mortgage rates: 15-year inch lower, hover near 2.4% | April 23, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for April 23, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday, but 15-year rates are down.
Check out the mortgage rates for April 23, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday, but 15-year rates are down.
Today's mortgage refinance rates creep up for 30-year fixed, yet still near historical lows | April 23, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for April 23, 2021, which are up from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for April 23, 2021, which are up from yesterday.
State legislature debating college athletes compensation bills
Legislation surrounding compensation for college athletes are gaining steam across the U.S, including Texas.
Legislation surrounding compensation for college athletes are gaining steam across the U.S, including Texas.
Tips on negotiating with your car insurance company after an incident
Here’s what you need to know before negotiating an auto insurance claim.
Here’s what you need to know before negotiating an auto insurance claim.
Does your homeowners insurance cover emergencies?
Homeowners may skip over benefits or not realize they don't have coverage for an emergency until it's too late.
Homeowners may skip over benefits or not realize they don't have coverage for an emergency until it's too late.
Prototype of first U.S. dollar coins up for auction
A piece of copper known as the No Stars Flowing Hair Dollar, which was a prototype for the fledgling nation's money, will hit the auction block this week. And the winning bid will be way, way higher than $1.
A piece of copper known as the No Stars Flowing Hair Dollar, which was a prototype for the fledgling nation's money, will hit the auction block this week. And the winning bid will be way, way higher than $1.
How to buy a house in 2021: 8 tips for winning the COVID homebuying season
Navigate the pandemic homebuying process safely and learn how to get the best deal on your mortgage in 2021 with this guide.
Navigate the pandemic homebuying process safely and learn how to get the best deal on your mortgage in 2021 with this guide.
Unemployment claims fall to 547,000, a new pandemic low
The number of Americans applying for unemployment aid fell last week to 547,000, a new low since the pandemic struck and a further encouraging sign that layoffs are slowing on the strength of an improving job market.
The number of Americans applying for unemployment aid fell last week to 547,000, a new low since the pandemic struck and a further encouraging sign that layoffs are slowing on the strength of an improving job market.
How to pay off your mortgage early: 5 of the best options to explore
Paying off your mortgage early can free up money in your budget and give you the peace of mind that comes with owning your home free and clear. But how can you actually pay it off early?
Paying off your mortgage early can free up money in your budget and give you the peace of mind that comes with owning your home free and clear. But how can you actually pay it off early?
Today's mortgage refinance rates continue freefall for 30-year fixed, drop to 2.5% | April 22, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for April 22, 2021, which are down from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for April 22, 2021, which are down from yesterday.
How do I build an emergency fund?
An emergency fund should be part of everyone’s financial plan. Learn how to build an emergency fund and save for life’s unexpected events.
An emergency fund should be part of everyone’s financial plan. Learn how to build an emergency fund and save for life’s unexpected events.
Refinancing your mortgage now is a good move -- here's why
Considering mortgage refinancing? With rates still near historic lows (for now), you could save thousands of dollars over the term of your mortgage.
Considering mortgage refinancing? With rates still near historic lows (for now), you could save thousands of dollars over the term of your mortgage.