Graduated income tax proposal proving to be one of Illinois' most contentious ballot initiatives
Former Illinois Comptroller Leslie Munger talks about the dual nature of the so-called "fair tax" ammendment and why it's proving to be so divisive.
Former Illinois Comptroller Leslie Munger talks about the dual nature of the so-called "fair tax" ammendment and why it's proving to be so divisive.
Refinance vs. loan modification: Which is better?
Consider these things as you decide whether to change the terms of your loan via a refinance or loan modification.
Consider these things as you decide whether to change the terms of your loan via a refinance or loan modification.
How to negotiate a lower interest rate on your credit card
Learning how to negotiate a credit card rate is a skill every financial consumer should learn.
Learning how to negotiate a credit card rate is a skill every financial consumer should learn.
Today’s mortgage refinance rates — two key rates down | October 15, 2020
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for October 15, 2020, which are down, though 30-year fixed refinance rates remain even from last week.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for October 15, 2020, which are down, though 30-year fixed refinance rates remain even from last week.
6 ways parents can help their Gen Z kids build good credit early
How can parents help today's young Americans with building credit? Here are a few key tips. (iStock)
How can parents help today's young Americans with building credit? Here are a few key tips. (iStock)
How much can you save by refinancing your mortgage?
Refinancing your mortgage could mean hundreds saved per month — and tens of thousands over the life of your loan.
Refinancing your mortgage could mean hundreds saved per month — and tens of thousands over the life of your loan.
Is student loan forbearance right for me?
If you have federal student loans, you qualify for automatic forbearance through January 2021. But is this the right option for you?
If you have federal student loans, you qualify for automatic forbearance through January 2021. But is this the right option for you?
How to negotiate a better mortgage rate
Did you know that you can negotiate your mortgage rate? Here's how to do it.
Did you know that you can negotiate your mortgage rate? Here's how to do it.
Social Security checks will increase 1.3% in 2021
Social Security recipients will get a modest 1.3% cost-of living-increase in 2021, but that might be small comfort amid worries about the coronavirus and its consequences for older people.
Social Security recipients will get a modest 1.3% cost-of living-increase in 2021, but that might be small comfort amid worries about the coronavirus and its consequences for older people.
How does the Fed rate cut affect your mortgage and credit cards?
Near-zero federal funds rates help reduce interest rates for consumers across the board.
Near-zero federal funds rates help reduce interest rates for consumers across the board.
Leaving college amid coronavirus? Getting a reimbursement could be difficult
COVID-19 threw a wrench in many students’ plans. Here’s how to get a tuition refund.
COVID-19 threw a wrench in many students’ plans. Here’s how to get a tuition refund.
Mortgage refinancing is about to get more expensive — here's why
A mortgage refinance could make sense sooner, rather than later.
A mortgage refinance could make sense sooner, rather than later.
Big money funds debate over Illinois graduated income tax vote
Both sides in the debate over a ballot measure to change Illinois’ income tax system from a flat-rate to a graduated structure have straightforward arguments
Both sides in the debate over a ballot measure to change Illinois’ income tax system from a flat-rate to a graduated structure have straightforward arguments
Don't ignore low student loan rates — why you should refinance today
Student loan refinancing rates are near record lows. Here's why you should consider refinancing now.
Student loan refinancing rates are near record lows. Here's why you should consider refinancing now.
Why you should consider personal loans during the coronavirus pandemic
Personal loans could help cover unexpected expenses with lower interest rates.
Personal loans could help cover unexpected expenses with lower interest rates.
Mortgage and refinance rates today, Oct. 8 — here's how it affects you
Why consumers should borrow now – despite the pandemic.
Why consumers should borrow now – despite the pandemic.
Should I take out a personal loan to invest?
Measure the risk before you bank on a reward.
Measure the risk before you bank on a reward.
Virtual assistant 'Benny' helps Illinoisans cash in on benefits
Pat Wrona, director of legal services at CARPLS, talks about "Benny" a new virtual tool to make sure you're getting the most out of your benefits.
Pat Wrona, director of legal services at CARPLS, talks about "Benny" a new virtual tool to make sure you're getting the most out of your benefits.
How do balance transfers affect your credit score?
A balance transfer can help or hurt your credit, depending on how you use it.
A balance transfer can help or hurt your credit, depending on how you use it.
Mortgage refinances are booming — here's why you should apply today
A new A new mortgage refinance fee could cause interest rates to rise soon — so if you're looking to save money on your home loan, you better act fast.fee could cause interest rates to rise soon.
A new A new mortgage refinance fee could cause interest rates to rise soon — so if you're looking to save money on your home loan, you better act fast.fee could cause interest rates to rise soon.