Today's mortgage rates stable | February 19, 2021

Check out the mortgage rates for February 19, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.

Should I pay off my mortgage early?

If you're wondering whether early mortgage payoff is right for you, there are a few important questions you should ask yourself first about your financial situation. Also, look into how refinancing can help you erase your mortgage quicker.

Austin breweries help supply water while city waits for shipments

After Austin Water customers found their faucets running dry, Meanwhile Brewing decided sharing their supply was the right thing to do. 

Apple to reportedly update syringe emoji to more closely resemble vaccine

Apple will reportedly be updating its syringe emoji to mimic what a dose of the COVID-19 vaccine looks like in real life in its latest software release.

CEO defends Robinhood at House committee hearing over GameStop saga

The House Financial Services Committee is holding a hearing Thursday following January’s GameStop saga during which shares soared 1,600% before falling back to Earth.

Nestle debuting first vegan KitKat bar this year

KitKat V, Nestle's new plant-based alternative, is certified vegan and made from 100% sustainable cocoa.

Student loan refinancing rates hit record low again

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

US unemployment claims jump to 861,000 as layoffs stay high

The number of Americans applying for unemployment aid rose last week to 861,000, evidence that layoffs remain painfully high despite a steady drop in the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases.

5 ways to improve your finances before buying a house

While the process can take time, the savings can climb into the tens of thousands of dollars.

4 things to know before refinancing your mortgage

Low interest rates mean now is a great time to refinance. Use this checklist when refinancing your mortgage to make sure you get the best rate.

How to pay for an engagement ring

Don’t let buying that engagement ring bankrupt you.

Here are some of the best student loan forgiveness options

With record amounts of student loan debt, more borrowers qualify for student loan forgiveness. Here the most popular loan forgiveness options.