10 best personal loans for fair credit

Some lenders offer personal loans to borrowers who have fair credit. To get the best deal, compare multiple lending options. (iStock)

10-year student loan refinance rates plummet to new 12-month low

The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly. (iStock)

US unemployment claims reach another pandemic low as economy recovers

U.S. unemployment claims fell last week to 310,000, a pandemic low and a sign that rising COVID-19 cases have yet to lead to widespread layoffs.

Biden administration extends $1B of additional student loan debt forgiveness

The Department of Education has issued another round of student debt forgiveness as part of the closed school discharge program. See if you qualify for a loan discharge, and learn about your alternative loan repayment programs.

Auto insurance shopping surges as younger generations return to work

In the second quarter of 2021, auto insurance shopping increased among younger generations who are reentering the workforce amid a recovering U.S. economy.

Here's why variable-rate student loan refinancing may be a smart move

Fixed-rate student loan refinancing has the benefit of predictability, but variable-rate student loans may be a good option depending on the term of the loan. Learn more about your student loan options so you can pay less interest over time. (iStock)

Senate’s $3.5T budget: What you need to know

Congressional democrats hope to pass a $3.5 trillion budget this fall aimed at improving housing, education, climate change and other initiatives.