Parents less worried about paying for college, some still leaning on student loans, survey finds
From college cost "sticker shock" to dipping into college savings, parents are feeling more confident in paying for college in 2021 than they were in 2020, according to a new survey.
From college cost "sticker shock" to dipping into college savings, parents are feeling more confident in paying for college in 2021 than they were in 2020, according to a new survey.
COVID-19 sent cybercriminals into overdrive - how to protect your personal finances
Cybercrime is on the rise through phishing scams and other means. And as fraud increases, so does the need to protect your identity.
Cybercrime is on the rise through phishing scams and other means. And as fraud increases, so does the need to protect your identity.
Average 10-year fixed student loan rates plummet to near record lows -- how to take advantage
Headed into the 2021 school year, private student loan interest rates dip near record lows.
Headed into the 2021 school year, private student loan interest rates dip near record lows.
Veterans borrowing VA loans at a record pace, study shows: Is this mortgage option right for you?
1.2 million veterans tapped into their VA home loan benefits in 2020, and even more are expected to do so this year. See where retired military service members are taking out VA loans at the highest rate, and learn more about the eligibility requirements.
1.2 million veterans tapped into their VA home loan benefits in 2020, and even more are expected to do so this year. See where retired military service members are taking out VA loans at the highest rate, and learn more about the eligibility requirements.
11 ways to pay off student loans fast
It’s common for student loan borrowers to take 20 years or more to pay off their student debt. Here are steps you can take to be debt-free faster.
It’s common for student loan borrowers to take 20 years or more to pay off their student debt. Here are steps you can take to be debt-free faster.
Atlanta Fed president projects 2022 interest rate hike: What it could mean for your mortgage refinance
The Federal Reserve could increase interest rates as soon as 2022. Homeowners can refinance now before rates increase.
The Federal Reserve could increase interest rates as soon as 2022. Homeowners can refinance now before rates increase.
Today's 30-year mortgage rates dip for first time in 7 days | July 9, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for July 9, 2021, which are a mixed bag from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage rates for July 9, 2021, which are a mixed bag from yesterday.
Today's mortgage refinance rates close week on a downward trend | July 9, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 9, 2021, which are mostly down from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 9, 2021, which are mostly down from yesterday.
General Motors recalling 400K pickup trucks over exploding airbags
Documents from safety regulators show the airbag inflator can rupture, spewing parts into the cabin.
Documents from safety regulators show the airbag inflator can rupture, spewing parts into the cabin.
Art thief steals fountain sculpture from North Austin restaurant
The Fonda San Miguel is offering a reward for the return of its fountain sculpture that was stolen earlier this week.
The Fonda San Miguel is offering a reward for the return of its fountain sculpture that was stolen earlier this week.
Toyota will stop donating to lawmakers who objected to 2020 election certification
Following an ad from the Lincoln Project that claimed Toyota donated to 37 GOP members who objected the certification of President Joe Biden’s 2020 Electoral College victory, the automaker announced it will no longer donate “to those members of Congress.”
Following an ad from the Lincoln Project that claimed Toyota donated to 37 GOP members who objected the certification of President Joe Biden’s 2020 Electoral College victory, the automaker announced it will no longer donate “to those members of Congress.”
Mortgage applications sink to pre-pandemic levels: Why this might be good news for buyers
Applications for mortgage loans have fallen to pre-pandemic lows, according to the MBA weekly index, despite historically low mortgage interest rates.
Applications for mortgage loans have fallen to pre-pandemic lows, according to the MBA weekly index, despite historically low mortgage interest rates.
Wells Fargo shutting down personal line of credit product -- here's what to do instead
Wells Fargo announced to its customers that it is shuttering its personal line of credit product.
Wells Fargo announced to its customers that it is shuttering its personal line of credit product.
Treasury rates drop amid Fed talks on economic stimulus – here’s what that means for interest rates
After the Fed minutes were released, Treasury yields dropped to the lowest level in months.
After the Fed minutes were released, Treasury yields dropped to the lowest level in months.
Mortgage lenders see increased demand for new home purchases, Fannie Mae reports
The demand for mortgage loans for home buying has increased in the past three months, while mortgage refinancing demand has fallen significantly, a report from Fannie Mae found.
The demand for mortgage loans for home buying has increased in the past three months, while mortgage refinancing demand has fallen significantly, a report from Fannie Mae found.
Michael Avenatti sentenced to 2 1/2 years in prison for trying to extort $25M from Nike
Michael Avenatti, the celebrity lawyer who once represented Stormy Daniels in lawsuits against President Donald Trump, was sentenced Thursday to 2 1/2 years in prison for trying to extort up to $25 million from Nike by threatening the company with bad publicity.
Michael Avenatti, the celebrity lawyer who once represented Stormy Daniels in lawsuits against President Donald Trump, was sentenced Thursday to 2 1/2 years in prison for trying to extort up to $25 million from Nike by threatening the company with bad publicity.
Fixed rates for private student loans drop, while variable rates rise
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
7-Eleven Free Slurpee Day: Here’s how to get yours
7-Eleven Day will look a bit different this year. The convenience store chain is offering free small Slurpees for the entire month of July.
7-Eleven Day will look a bit different this year. The convenience store chain is offering free small Slurpees for the entire month of July.
Purdue Pharma: 15 states agree to OxyContin maker's bankruptcy plan
Fifteen states have reached a $4.5 billion settlement in OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma’s bankruptcy plan.
Fifteen states have reached a $4.5 billion settlement in OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma’s bankruptcy plan.
Today's mortgage refinance rates: 20-year rates jump, other terms hold steady | July 8, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 8, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 8, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.