How to get out of a real estate agent contract

Getting out of a contract with a Realtor or real estate agent is possible but can lead to early termination fees. Here’s what you need to know.

Some consumers to spend more post-pandemic, including on home improvements, survey finds

More than a quarter of Americans who plan to increase their post-pandemic spending want to take on a home improvement project, according to a new survey. Here are some ways to pay for renovations.

Education Department extends Navient's federal loan servicing contract through 2023

The Department of Education extended its contract with student loan servicer Navient, according to data obtained on a federal procurement website. Here's what that means for borrowers.

Survey: 69% of hiring managers want to see COVID-19 vaccination status on resumes

Among the hiring managers surveyed, about a third said they would automatically eliminate resumes that did not disclose the candidate’s vaccine status.

Homebuyers can expect higher inventory, more choices this fall, Realtor.com finds: Tips for buying now

Owning a home may be easier this fall with increased inventory, according to Realtor.com data. Whether you're a first-time buyer or a seasoned homeowner, here's how to find the right home and type of loan for you.

Some employees believe remote work hindered career growth, study finds

Nearly half of U.S. and UK workers said working from home blocked promotions and hindered learning abilities during the pandemic, according to a new survey.

Man defrauded Amazon of nearly $300k in return scheme, DOJ says

Prosecutors said a 31-year-old North Carolina man ordered expensive products from Amazon and defrauded the company of nearly $300,000 in a return scheme.

Raising Cane's to offer higher pay in Austin to attract new employees

In an effort to attract and retain Austin-area staff, about 70% of their hourly staff will receive at least $1 more an hour and the starting rate will be $12 an hour.

Tesla moving headquarters to Austin, Texas

Elon Musk announced the move during the 2021 Annual Shareholders meeting Thursday afternoon at the new Tesla Gigafactory in Del Valle.

September jobs report: US adds weak 194K jobs as delta maintains hold

U.S. employers added just 194,000 jobs in September, a second straight tepid gain and evidence that the pandemic still has a grip on the economy.

Longer student loan forbearance is needed, 40% of borrowers say in survey

The payment suspension on federal student loans was part of the greater push for COVID-19 emergency relief, but payments restart in just a few short months. According to a new survey, 40% of borrowers want a longer suspension of loan payments.

What is a deductible in car insurance?

Here’s everything you need to know about car insurance deductibles, including how much they cost and what type of coverage you may need.