COVID-19 pandemic recession ended in April 2020, shortest on record
The recession that broke out with the onset of the coronavirus pandemic lasted just two months, officially ended in April 2020. That makes it the shortest downturn on record, according to the committee of economists that determines when recessions begin and end.
The recession that broke out with the onset of the coronavirus pandemic lasted just two months, officially ended in April 2020. That makes it the shortest downturn on record, according to the committee of economists that determines when recessions begin and end.
How a cash-out refinance can help you pay for home upgrades
Home remodeling activity rising to new highs as home prices keep homeowners from buying a new home.
Home remodeling activity rising to new highs as home prices keep homeowners from buying a new home.
Democrats want federal student loans paused until March 2022: Here are the options private loan borrowers have
Federal student loan payments are set to begin again in October, but Senate Democrats want to extend the payment freeze.
Federal student loan payments are set to begin again in October, but Senate Democrats want to extend the payment freeze.
First-time homebuyers programs: What new buyers need to know
Researching first-time homebuyers programs can help you qualify for a mortgage and become a homeowner.
Researching first-time homebuyers programs can help you qualify for a mortgage and become a homeowner.
Refinancing your student loans can save you $250+ per month: Here's how
Student loan borrowers who refinanced to a longer term on Credible were able to lower their monthly payments by $253 on average. Use a student loan calculator to see how much you can save.
Student loan borrowers who refinanced to a longer term on Credible were able to lower their monthly payments by $253 on average. Use a student loan calculator to see how much you can save.
Now’s your chance: 10-year mortgage refinance rates rest at 25-day low | July 19, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 19, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from last Friday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 19, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from last Friday.
Act now: Today's mortgage rates hold at historic lows | July 19, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for July 19, 2021, which are unchanged from last Friday.
Check out the mortgage rates for July 19, 2021, which are unchanged from last Friday.
1st child tax credits start arriving - why some parents should opt out of the payments
Tens of millions of families received some extra money on Thursday when the IRS distributed the first of six monthly payments from the newly expanded child tax credit.
Tens of millions of families received some extra money on Thursday when the IRS distributed the first of six monthly payments from the newly expanded child tax credit.
Pandemic causes Packers' revenues to plummet by nearly 27%
Playing home games without spectators because of the pandemic caused the Green Bay Packers’ operating revenues to drop nearly 27% during the most recent fiscal year.
Playing home games without spectators because of the pandemic caused the Green Bay Packers’ operating revenues to drop nearly 27% during the most recent fiscal year.
Demand for mortgage refinances surges as rates drop: Here’s how to get yours
As rates drop once again, more homeowners are rushing to refinance their mortgages.
As rates drop once again, more homeowners are rushing to refinance their mortgages.
Biden administration just made it cheaper to refinance your mortgage
The FHFA just eliminated the adverse market refinance fee, making it cheaper to get a mortgage refinance.
The FHFA just eliminated the adverse market refinance fee, making it cheaper to get a mortgage refinance.
Report: Full-time minimum wage workers can only afford rent in 7% of US counties
A recent report from the National Low Income Housing Coalition found that full-time minimum-wage workers can’t afford rent in most areas of the U.S.
A recent report from the National Low Income Housing Coalition found that full-time minimum-wage workers can’t afford rent in most areas of the U.S.
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.
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.
Here’s what the Biden administration's new mortgage servicing rules mean for you
The CFPB and FHFA made new mortgage servicing rules to help homeowners struggling to make their mortgage payment.
The CFPB and FHFA made new mortgage servicing rules to help homeowners struggling to make their mortgage payment.
Last chance this week: Today's mortgage rates linger in record-low territory | July 16, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for July 16, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage rates for July 16, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Opportunity's knocking: Mortgage refinance rates close week at 2.500% average | July 16, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 16, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 16, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.
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.
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.
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.
Refinancing your student loans to a 30-year term can lower your monthly payment, freeing up more money for other financial goals.
15-year mortgage refinance rate volatility continues with quarter-point jump | July 15, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 15, 2021, which are mostly down from yesterday, except 15-year rates, which rose.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 15, 2021, which are mostly down from yesterday, except 15-year rates, which rose.