Puerto Rico to receive nearly $4B in US pandemic relief funds

Strict conditions had prevented the U.S. territory from receiving certain federal funds in a timely manner under the Trump administration, but these have been easing under President Biden.

Supreme Court sides with Alaska Natives in COVID-19 relief money case

SCOTUS ruled that millions of dollars in COVID relief money tied up in court should benefit Alaska Natives rather than being spread more broadly.

Texas border wall project receives over $450K in donations in one week

Texas received $459,000 in private donations for the state’s planned wall at the southern border, Gov. Greg Abbott's office announced.

Nationwide eviction moratorium extended by CDC for 30 days

Dr. Rochelle Walensky, director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, extended the evictions moratorium until July 31. It had been scheduled to end June 30.

US unemployment claims tick down to 411,000 as economy heals

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits declined 7,000 from the previous week to 411,000, the Labor Department said.

Should you get an interest-only mortgage?

Interest-only mortgages can offer flexibility for homebuyers but they're not right for everyone.

Will you owe taxes on interest from savings accounts?

Since the IRS considers interest as taxable income, you will likely owe taxes on interest from your savings account.

6 reasons why refinancing your mortgage is a bad idea

Before you refinance your mortgage, review your unique situation to determine whether it makes sense.