Biden administration extends eviction freeze: What to do if you’re struggling to make payments
The Biden administration is extending its eviction moratorium, but calls on Congress to do more.
How to remove PMI from your mortgage
Once you reach 20% equity in your home, you can ask your lender to cancel PMI or refinance to a loan without it.
13.4M Americans behind on housing payment, survey says: Here's how to get back on track
Housing payments can comprise a large portion of your monthly budget, making it difficult to stay on track during times of financial hardship. Here's how you can save money on your monthly loan payments to get your finances back on track.
What credit score do you need for a mortgage?
There’s no universal minimum credit score needed for a mortgage, but a better credit score will give you more options.
Student debt is preventing millennials from buying a home – here’s what you can do
Student debt continues to rise, and is now working against millennials trying to save up to buy a home.
Biden doesn't have authority to cancel student debt, Pelosi says: What to do with your college loans
Speaker Pelosi contradicted prominent Democratic lawmakers when it comes to student loan cancellation, saying that Biden doesn't have the executive authority to discharge loans. See what you can do with your loans in the meantime.
1.5M homeowners delinquent on mortgage payments, report shows – what to do if you’re struggling
Mortgage delinquencies dropped to their lowest level since the pandemic began - but that still leaves 1.5 million homeowners coping with serious delinquency.
5 surprising things that can prevent you from getting life insurance
There are many legitimate reasons for being denied life insurance coverage, especially if you have a history of high-risk behavior.
Biden launches inquiry to fix failed college debt forgiveness program: What to do if you don't qualify
The Biden administration is opening an inquiry into the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, which was established to serve public sector employees but has rejected 98% of applicants thus far. Here's what you can do if you don't qualify for PSLF or Temporary Expanded PSLF.
Fixed-rate student loan refinancing rates creep up from near-record lows
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
5-year fixed personal loan rates mark half-point drop
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Today's mortgage rates mark sixth consecutive week below 3% | July 27, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for July 27, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Today's mortgage refinance rates hold strong at 180-day lows | July 27, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 27, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.
3 tips to help ease the burden of student loans once forbearance ends
Federal student loan forbearance due to COVID-19 ends on Sept. 30, 2021. Here's what you can do to get your finances ready for when payments resume.
Off to a good start: Today's mortgage rates hold steady since last week | July 26, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for July 26, 2021, which are largely unchanged from last Friday.
Monday surprise: Today’s mortgage refinance rates mirror purchase rates | July 26, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 26, 2021, which are largely unchanged from last Friday.
Here’s how mortgage refinancing can save you an extra $5K with no adverse market fee
There's never been a better time to refinance to a new mortgage that has a lower interest rate than your original loan. Keep reading to see how the elimination of the Adverse Market Refinance Fee can help you take advantage of the low-rate environment.
Biden extends mortgage relief: What it means for you
The Biden administration announced new mortgage relief options for homeowners with mortgages backed by the federal government.
Jerome Powell believes high inflation is temporary – how are interest rates affected?
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell says rising inflation is temporary. Here's what that means for interest rates.
What are USDA loans and am I eligible for one?
USDA loans offer low rates and no down payment to rural homebuyers. Learn more about these government loans and how to qualify.