Today’s 20-year mortgage rates offer best money-saving opportunity | Dec. 21, 2022
Check out the mortgage rates for Dec. 21, 2022, which are up from yesterday.
Chick-fil-A owner fined for paying workers in meals in lieu of wages
The North Carolina owner was to pay more than $6,000 in penalties in back pay.
Airbnb bans listings where enslaved people used to live or work
Airbnb's new policy follows criticism over an '1830s slave cabin' listed on the platform.
Adults worry inflation is creating retirement shortfall for parents, see home equity as solution: survey
Amid concern over whether aging parents will have enough retirement savings, a growing number of adults have embraced the idea of using their parents' home equity as a financial solution, according to an American Advisors Group (AAG) survey.
3M to stop making hazardous ‘forever chemicals’ starting in 2025
PFAS or “forever chemicals” are found in household products like shampoo, dental floss, and cosmetics. The chemicals have been linked to health issues including some cancers and low birth weight.
As Walmart CEO warns of crime wave's impact on retail, reports show how thieves brazenly rip off stores
Crime has weighed heavily on retailers across the country this year, ballooning to a $100 billion problem, the National Retail Federation reported earlier this year.
Today’s 30-year mortgage rates dive below 6 percent | Dec. 20, 2022
Check out the mortgage rates for Dec. 20, 2022, which are mixed from yesterday.
Wells Fargo to pay $3.7B over consumer loan violations
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau on Tuesday ordered Wells Fargo to repay $2 billion to consumers and enacted a $1.7 billion penalty against the bank.
Elon Musk largely silent, after Twitter poll showed users want him to leave
Words of protest were projected onto the Twitter building in downtown San Francisco Monday night. The projectionist, a San Francisco activist named Alan Marling, says he did it after seeing CEO Elon Musk's Twitter poll.
Attorney: FTX founder Bankman-Fried agrees to extradition to US
A court hearing was stopped earlier in the day when his attorneys said it was premature for him to stand before the court.
Inflation is top reason Americans need more savings for retirement: survey
Americans said that they needed 20% more than last year to retire comfortably, a Northwestern Mutual study said.
High mortgage rates limit relocation options, Redfin says – Here's where homebuyers are still moving to
In the third quarter of 2022, a record 24.2% of homebuyers looked to move to a different metro area, up from 23.3% in the second quarter and 21.6% a year ago, according to Redfin.
Today’s best mortgage deal? Look to 15-year rates to save | Dec. 19, 2022
Check out the mortgage rates for Dec. 19, 2022, which are mixed from last Friday.
Fortnite developer agrees to pay $520M fine for privacy violations
Epic Games allegedly collected the personal information of Fortnite players under the age of 13 without parental consent. The company agreed to settle complaints involving children’s privacy and its payment methods that duped gamers into making unintended purchases.
AmFam sells downtown Milwaukee building but real estate activity up 55%
In November, American Family Insurance announced it is selling a downtown Milwaukee building instead of developing it, but the news isn't as bad as it may seem.
AmFam sells downtown Milwaukee building but real estate activity up 55%
In November, American Family Insurance announced it is selling a downtown Milwaukee building instead of developing it, but the news isn't as bad as it may seem.
Walmart cancels Gunna holiday giveaway following his release from jail
Walmart has canceled a holiday giveaway hosted by Atlanta rapper Gunna, who accepted a plea deal in a RICO Act case against him. South Fulton police said the department was working with Walmart to address security needs at the event.
CNH Industrial strike; Racine workers seek better pay
Union workers for a CNH Industrial plant in Race are on strike, fighting for better wages in the days before Christmas. Supporters joined them Dec. 17.
Many parents fear inflation's impact on college savings, survey says
Inflation and higher costs have many parents concerned if they can afford their children's college tuition, a recent survey said.
Where to get a $10,000 personal loan
Here’s what you need to know about borrowing a $10,000 personal loan, how much it will cost, and how to find the best repayment terms.