Child tax credit calculator: How much money can you expect to receive?
The IRS will start distributing the expanded child tax credit authorized under President Biden's coronavirus relief plan on July 15.
The IRS will start distributing the expanded child tax credit authorized under President Biden's coronavirus relief plan on July 15.
Gun sales heading toward record year
During the first four months of the year, nearly 16 million background checks were conducted for firearm purchases, the FBI said, for an increase of 31% compared to the same time in 2020.
During the first four months of the year, nearly 16 million background checks were conducted for firearm purchases, the FBI said, for an increase of 31% compared to the same time in 2020.
IRS can seize unemployment tax refunds for unpaid debts
The IRS began issuing refunds this week to Americans who overpaid taxes on unemployment benefits collected last year – but some individuals could have their checks seized to offset unpaid debts.
The IRS began issuing refunds this week to Americans who overpaid taxes on unemployment benefits collected last year – but some individuals could have their checks seized to offset unpaid debts.
Winning $515M Mega Millions ticket sold in Pennsylvania
According to Mega Millions, it’s the third time its jackpot has been won in the Keystone State.
According to Mega Millions, it’s the third time its jackpot has been won in the Keystone State.
Biden downplays student loan forgiveness in new report — what to do with your college debt now
President Biden this week downplayed potential student loan forgiveness. Here's how to manage your debt in the meantime.
President Biden this week downplayed potential student loan forgiveness. Here's how to manage your debt in the meantime.
How often should you shop for a new savings account?
Searching for a new savings account regularly can help you maximize your earnings and reach your financial goals sooner.
Searching for a new savings account regularly can help you maximize your earnings and reach your financial goals sooner.
Joint mortgage vs joint ownership: What to know about a shared home
Understand your rights when buying a home with another person.
Understand your rights when buying a home with another person.
FHFA's new mortgage refinance option could cut payments by hundreds for some homeowners
The federal government will release a new mortgage refinance product to low-income borrowers at the beginning of June.
The federal government will release a new mortgage refinance product to low-income borrowers at the beginning of June.
$515M: Mega Millions jackpot is 9th-largest in game’s history
The top prize, worth an estimated $515 million, will go to the lucky person who can match the numbers on all five white balls and the gold Mega Ball.
The top prize, worth an estimated $515 million, will go to the lucky person who can match the numbers on all five white balls and the gold Mega Ball.
Federal funds rate about to rise: When and how mortgages, other loans will be impacted
Economists say interest rates are about to go up, but when? Recent talk from the Federal Reserve may hold the answer.
Economists say interest rates are about to go up, but when? Recent talk from the Federal Reserve may hold the answer.
Vaccinated Americans can now travel to parts of Europe — what to know and how to pay for it
Most of Europe will allow vaccinated Americans to travel without restrictions, paving the way for international travel this summer.
Most of Europe will allow vaccinated Americans to travel without restrictions, paving the way for international travel this summer.
Is water damage covered by my homeowners insurance policy?
Homeowners insurance usually covers water damage, but not always. Here's what you need to know about when your damage may be covered.
Homeowners insurance usually covers water damage, but not always. Here's what you need to know about when your damage may be covered.
Wisconsin unemployment near pre-pandemic rate
The state's unemployment rate was 3.9% in April, compared to 14.1% in April 2020 and 3.1% in March 2020 as the pandemic prompted shutdowns.
The state's unemployment rate was 3.9% in April, compared to 14.1% in April 2020 and 3.1% in March 2020 as the pandemic prompted shutdowns.
Home appraisals: Everything you need to know
Make sure you know what to expect when going through an appraisal.
Make sure you know what to expect when going through an appraisal.
Today’s 15-year mortgage rates reign at 2.125% for seven straight days | May 20, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for May 20, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage rates for May 20, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.
US achieves another pandemic low with 444,000 new unemployment claims
The number of Americans seeking unemployment aid fell last week to 444,000, a new pandemic low and a sign that the job market keeps strengthening as consumers spend freely again, viral infections drop and business restrictions ease.
The number of Americans seeking unemployment aid fell last week to 444,000, a new pandemic low and a sign that the job market keeps strengthening as consumers spend freely again, viral infections drop and business restrictions ease.
Home inspections down, housing market hot
Prospective home buyers are sometimes offering tens of thousands of dollars over the listing price – and are still being rejected because they want a home inspection.
Prospective home buyers are sometimes offering tens of thousands of dollars over the listing price – and are still being rejected because they want a home inspection.
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.
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.
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.
Buying a house? Your financial situation and your goals determine when a larger down payment makes sense and when it doesn’t.