4 credit unions to consider when refinancing student loans

Refinancing with a credit union could get you a lower rate or more favorable terms than you’d get with a bank. Learn more about credit union student loan refinance here.

Buying a home amid the pandemic? Here’s the credit score you need

Getting a home loan might be a little more difficult right now, but you can improve your chances with a higher credit score.

'Doge Day': Cryptocurrency fans aim to drive Dogecoin value up

Dogecoin is having its day. Fans of the cryptocurrency are touting April 20 as “Doge Day” and imploring each other to get its value up to $1.

Scammers spoof FBI Houston phone number to get money from victims, officials warn

The FBI Houston Division is warning the public about scammers who are spoofing their phone number and claiming to be FBI agents attempting to collect a fine. Do not give them money.

Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday in Texas this weekend

Emergency preparation supplies that can be purchased tax-free in Texas this weekend include household batteries, fuel containers, some flashlights, hurricane shutters less than $300, and portable generators less than $3,000.

Pandemic and affordable mortgage rates encouraging more people to move

Mortgage rates continue to fall. 30 year fixed-rate loans slid, this week, below 3% for the first time in more than a year. That 'affordable' money adding fuel to a growing trend of people looking to move. 

Why college students should open a high-yield savings account

Part of a student’s education is learning how to make smart money decisions. Opening a high-yield savings account is a good starting point.

FEMA’s COVID-19 funeral assistance hotline inundated with more than 1M calls on 1st day

FEMA said it was inundated with over 1 million calls from people requesting assistance with COVID-19-related funeral expenses on its first day of application processing.

How do I qualify for a second home?

Before purchasing a second home, you should determine if you’re qualified for an additional home loan and figure out how you’ll responsibly afford the new payments.

How to move from nonstandard to standard auto insurance

Many states require car insurance to legally drive. It’s possible for drivers with expensive nonstandard auto insurance to save money and keep driving.

Unemployment claims fall to 576,000, lowest since COVID-19 pandemic began

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell sharply last week to 576,000, a hopeful sign that layoffs are easing as the economy recovers from the pandemic recession.

What are the best ways to save when interest rates are low?

With the right accounts and a commitment to savings, you can boost your savings despite low-interest rates.

Coinbase stock jumps in Nasdaq debut

Shares of the San Francisco-based cryptocurrency exchange, which trade under the ticker COIN, opened for trading at $381 apiece, giving the company a valuation of about $99.5 billion. 

Can’t afford student loan payments? Try these 4 things

Federal student loan payments are on pause, but many private borrowers are still struggling to make their payments. Here are four steps to take.