How to get a $50,000 personal loan

A $50,000 loan can be used for anything from financing a major purchase to funding a home renovation. Here’s how to get one.

High home prices could drop in November as mortgage rates increase, economist says

Home price growth could slow in the final months of 2021 as interest rates continue to rise, according to one. Here's what that means for homeowners and homebuyers

This is the college degree that actually pays off, study finds

A new report from the Wall Street Journal found the graduate degree that's most likely to pay off in the form of higher earnings.

FHFA to permanently allow desktop appraisals: How can it make the mortgage process easier?

The FHFA made desktop appraisals, a hybrid appraisal tool that allows appraisers to perform a valuation without physically visiting the home, permanent. Here's how that benefits borrowers.

Social Security payments increasing significantly in 2022, new bill could send payments higher

The Social Security Administration is seeing some changes, including increased payments to go out in 2022. Now, members of Congress are introducing a bill to save the program and expand its benefits.

Best low-income loans: 12 lenders to consider

While having a low income might limit your borrowing options, there are lenders that offer low-income loans.

Starbucks to raise pay to support workers, enhance recruitment efforts

The Seattle-based coffee giant said all of its U.S. workers will earn at least $15 — and up to $23 — per hour by next summer.

LA to give $1,000 no-strings-attached monthly payments to families in new guaranteed-income program

The BIG:LEAP -- Basic Income Guaranteed: Los Angeles Economic Assistance Pilot -- program will give $1,000 in direct cash payments to families each month for 12 months. The no-strings-attached payments will be given to families who were impacted by the pandemic and are living in poverty.

Mortgage rates remain above 3%, but homeowners can still save by refinancing

Mortgage interest rates are continuing to increase, rising past 3% this week. But as rates rise, homeowners can still save through a mortgage refinance.