Fed forges ahead with 25 basis point interest rate increase, signaling resolve to battle inflation
The Federal Reserve announced another 25 basis point interest rate increase, bringing the federal funds rate to a targeted range of 4.75% to 5%, the highest level in 15 years.
More people are delaying paying up front
An increasing number of shoppers are leaning on buy now, pay later services -- with many using it to foot the bill for groceries.
Today's 15-year mortgage rates offer the greatest opportunity for maximum interest savings | March 21, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for March 21, 2023, which are trending up from yesterday.
US home values fell $2.3 trillion in 2022, but homeowners still benefiting from pandemic era gains: Redfin
The total value of U.S. homes was $45.3 trillion at the end of 2022, down 4.9% from a record high of $47.7 trillion in June – the most significant June-to-December drop in percentage terms since 2008, according to Redfin.
Student loan refinance interest rates climb for 5- and 10-year loans
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Home price appreciation slowed again in December, but 2022 was still a big year for growth: Case-Shiller
House prices across the U.S. increased by 5.8% annually in December, down from the 7.6% annual increase in November, Case-Shiller's National Home Price NSA index showed.
Today's 30-year mortgage rates plummet below 6 percent | March 20, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for March 20, 2023, which are trending down from last Friday.
Gas prices hold steady despite market turmoil: AAA
The national average cost for a gallon of gas held steady at $3.46, even as oil prices plunged to levels not seen since August 2021, AAA said.
First Republic receives $30-billion rescue from 11 large banks
Meanwhile, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is firmly reassuring Congress and the nation that the U.S. banking system remains sound.
Buyers, get moving: Today's 30-year mortgage rates dive below 6 percent | March 16, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for March 16, 2023, which are down from yesterday.
This week's private student loan interest rates soar for 5- and 10-year loans
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Today's best mortgage deal? Look to 20-year rates to save | March 15, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for March 15, 2023, which are largely up from yesterday.
Most seniors say the US is suffering a retirement crisis and many are struggling to save: Survey
Eighty-nine percent of seniors said they are worried that the U.S. is in the grip of a retirement crisis and nearly half are struggling to build their savings, according to American Advisors Group's (AAG) recent survey.
Today's 30-year mortgage rates tumble to 6 percent | March 14, 2023
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Good News: Student loan refinance interest rates edge down for 5-year loans
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Savings window opens: Today's 30-year mortgage rates fall to lowest levels in 26 days | March 13, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for March 13, 2023, which are down from last Friday.
Gas prices increase, but the tide may change: AAA
Gas prices increased for the week ending March 9, 2023. But global oil costs, low demand and other factors may lead to a drop in gas prices.
Savings window opens: Today's 30-year mortgage rates dive to 13-day low | March 10, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for March 10, 2023, which are largely down from yesterday.
Half of Americans say they're financially worse than last year: survey
Half of Americans say they are worse off financially than they were a year ago, according to a new poll. Here’s how to manage your budget in any economy.
How to buy a home with a low credit score
Several loan options are available for homebuyers with poor or fair credit. Here's what to expect when buying a home with a low credit score.