S&P rallies to record as first half winds down

The benchmark index climbed 0.13% while the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 210 points, or 0.61%.

Does your child need life insurance? What to know

Should you take out a life insurance policy for your children? Here’s what you should know about child life insurance policies and when it makes sense to purchase one.

Child tax credit: Families who have higher 2021 earnings can opt out

Families who are earning more in 2021 but were receiving assistance through the child tax credit program may have become ineligible and will get a chance to opt out of those payments to avoid having to pay it back next April during tax season.

CDC eviction moratorium left in place by Supreme Court

The court on Tuesday rejected a plea by landlords to end the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention moratorium on evicting millions of tenants who aren't paying rent during the coronavirus pandemic.

Ready to refinance a rental property? What to know

Refinancing a rental property can help you accomplish several financial goals, but lender requirements are stringent.

How to decide if student loan refinancing is right for you

Although refinancing your student loan can help you save money, it might not be the best option for you.

Home prices surge by most on record

Home prices rose 14.6% year over year nationally in April, according to the national Case-Shiller index, making for the highest reading in more than 30 years of recordkeeping.

Disney delays test cruise over ‘inconsistent’ virus results

Disney Cruise Line is postponing its first test cruise since the pandemic brought the cruise industry to a standstill after a handful of participants had inconsistent test results for COVID-19, the company said Monday.

Black Clergy of Philadelphia seek accountability over gun violence prevention money

The Black Clergy of Philadelphia held a press conference to push city leaders for accountability and oversight regarding how millions of dollars of gun violence prevention money is spent.

What you need to know about selling a home in 2021

Here’s what you need to know about navigating the hot housing market and selling a home in 2021.