Report: Full-time minimum wage workers can only afford rent in 7% of US counties
A recent report from the National Low Income Housing Coalition found that full-time minimum-wage workers can’t afford rent in most areas of the U.S.
A recent report from the National Low Income Housing Coalition found that full-time minimum-wage workers can’t afford rent in most areas of the U.S.
Report: Florida residents need to earn $25 an hour to afford rent
According to a new report, renters in the state of Florida need to make at least $24.82 an hour in order to comfortably afford a two-bedroom home or apartment -- and in some parts of the state, they need to earn a lot more.
According to a new report, renters in the state of Florida need to make at least $24.82 an hour in order to comfortably afford a two-bedroom home or apartment -- and in some parts of the state, they need to earn a lot more.
9 tips to get the best mortgage rate
It’s a good idea to comparison-shop for the best mortgage rate you can get, because even a small rate difference can mean tens of thousands of dollars in savings.
It’s a good idea to comparison-shop for the best mortgage rate you can get, because even a small rate difference can mean tens of thousands of dollars in savings.
Here’s what the Biden administration's new mortgage servicing rules mean for you
The CFPB and FHFA made new mortgage servicing rules to help homeowners struggling to make their mortgage payment.
The CFPB and FHFA made new mortgage servicing rules to help homeowners struggling to make their mortgage payment.
Last chance this week: Today's mortgage rates linger in record-low territory | July 16, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for July 16, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage rates for July 16, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Opportunity's knocking: Mortgage refinance rates close week at 2.500% average | July 16, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 16, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 16, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.
California becomes the first state to implement a guaranteed income program
California lawmakers approved the first state-funded guaranteed income plan in the nation Thursday, aimed at providing monthly cash payments to low-income young adults who've recently left foster care and pregnant people out of poverty.
California lawmakers approved the first state-funded guaranteed income plan in the nation Thursday, aimed at providing monthly cash payments to low-income young adults who've recently left foster care and pregnant people out of poverty.
Summer travel, economic recovery driving up gas prices
Drivers are facing pricier fill-ups as more people hit the road for work, travel and other activities that the virus pandemic halted. Higher demand for gasoline is running up against lagging supply as the energy industry slowly ramps up after more than a year of production and staff cuts.
Drivers are facing pricier fill-ups as more people hit the road for work, travel and other activities that the virus pandemic halted. Higher demand for gasoline is running up against lagging supply as the energy industry slowly ramps up after more than a year of production and staff cuts.
Mortgage refinancing can save you nearly $100K in interest: Here's how
With today's mortgage rates near record lows, it's a good time to refinance your mortgage. Doing so can lower your monthly payment and save you tens of thousands of dollars in interest over the life of your home loan.
With today's mortgage rates near record lows, it's a good time to refinance your mortgage. Doing so can lower your monthly payment and save you tens of thousands of dollars in interest over the life of your home loan.
American unemployment claims fall to 360,000, another pandemic low
The United States set another pandemic low in this week's jobs report, showing only 360,000 first-time filers for unemployment.
The United States set another pandemic low in this week's jobs report, showing only 360,000 first-time filers for unemployment.
Who is footing the bill for Texas Democrats’ weekslong exodus to block the voting bill?
With over 50 House Democrats in Washington — along with 12 paid staff — the costs are quickly mounting and the party's funds are not unlimited.
With over 50 House Democrats in Washington — along with 12 paid staff — the costs are quickly mounting and the party's funds are not unlimited.
Child tax credit: Biden, Harris mark first day of payments
Thursday marks the first day President Biden’s expanded child tax credit takes effect, giving more families access to monthly payments.
Thursday marks the first day President Biden’s expanded child tax credit takes effect, giving more families access to monthly payments.
How to refinance student loans for 30 years
Refinancing your student loans to a 30-year term can lower your monthly payment, freeing up more money for other financial goals.
Refinancing your student loans to a 30-year term can lower your monthly payment, freeing up more money for other financial goals.
15-year mortgage refinance rate volatility continues with quarter-point jump | July 15, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 15, 2021, which are mostly down from yesterday, except 15-year rates, which rose.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 15, 2021, which are mostly down from yesterday, except 15-year rates, which rose.
Who is eligible for child tax credit payments, and what to do if you don't qualify
The child tax credit is beginning to go out to millions of families across the U.S. Here's everything you need to know.
The child tax credit is beginning to go out to millions of families across the U.S. Here's everything you need to know.
Today's mortgage rates — 20-year, 15-year tick downward | July 15, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for July 15, 2021, which are trending down from yesterday for 20-year and 15-year terms.
Check out the mortgage rates for July 15, 2021, which are trending down from yesterday for 20-year and 15-year terms.
Biden's Education Department hires student loan forgiveness advocate: How your college debt could be impacted
The Biden administration has hired a student loans expert who believes the Education Secretary has the legal authority to forgive student debt under executive order. Here's what that means for your college debt.
The Biden administration has hired a student loans expert who believes the Education Secretary has the legal authority to forgive student debt under executive order. Here's what that means for your college debt.
Exiting mortgage forbearance? Avoid foreclosure with these 5 tips
Forbearance periods are drawing to a close. What are your options to help avoid foreclosure?
Forbearance periods are drawing to a close. What are your options to help avoid foreclosure?
Private student loan rates drop to their lowest level since March
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.
How to find student loans without a cosigner
Some private lenders offer student loans without a cosigner. But they often require you to have good credit and a solid income.
Some private lenders offer student loans without a cosigner. But they often require you to have good credit and a solid income.