Mortgage rates drop to new low as Fed grows closer to slashing interest rates: Freddie Mac
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 6.73% for the week ending Aug. 1, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 6.73% for the week ending Aug. 1, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
All eyes on Wall Street after tough stock market dip
Investors will be keeping a close eye on the stock market this morning after some big drops in recent days. The Dow Jones, Nasdaq and S&P 500 have lost a combined 1,600 points in the last two days of trading.
Investors will be keeping a close eye on the stock market this morning after some big drops in recent days. The Dow Jones, Nasdaq and S&P 500 have lost a combined 1,600 points in the last two days of trading.
How high housing costs are impacting families
High housing costs are making it hard for many Americans to make ends meet, and monthly rents are rising faster than wages, according to the newest housing study from Harvard University.
High housing costs are making it hard for many Americans to make ends meet, and monthly rents are rising faster than wages, according to the newest housing study from Harvard University.
Money spending habits to cut out of your life immediately
Finance expert Pattie Ehsaei breaks down dangerous spending habits that you need to stop doing as soon as possible.
Finance expert Pattie Ehsaei breaks down dangerous spending habits that you need to stop doing as soon as possible.
Study: Americans must make over $1 million per year to be in the top 1% in these states
What does it take to be among the top 1% in America? The answer depends on what U.S. state you call home, according to a new study.
What does it take to be among the top 1% in America? The answer depends on what U.S. state you call home, according to a new study.
New Fed data shows spike in missed car payments: What it means for you
Some new data from the Federal Reserve Bank shows that the number of people missing their car payments is on the rise.
Some new data from the Federal Reserve Bank shows that the number of people missing their car payments is on the rise.
New Fed data shows spike in missed car payments
Some new data from the Federal Reserve Bank shows that the number of people missing their car payments is on the rise.
Some new data from the Federal Reserve Bank shows that the number of people missing their car payments is on the rise.
More than 1 in 3 US households have financial insecurity, survey says
The number of American households that are feeling the strain when it comes to paying for necessities such as food and bills, saw a 6.7% increase in 2024 compared to the same period in 2022.
The number of American households that are feeling the strain when it comes to paying for necessities such as food and bills, saw a 6.7% increase in 2024 compared to the same period in 2022.
AARP releases annual list of ways to save money
Many seniors are on a tight budget, so it's important to look for ways to save on everything from home repairs to clothing. The AARP has released their new list of ways to save.
Many seniors are on a tight budget, so it's important to look for ways to save on everything from home repairs to clothing. The AARP has released their new list of ways to save.
Here's how much money Americans have to make to feel rich, according to survey
A new survey reveals that few Americans are making the kind of money they feel they need to live comfortably or be considered rich.
A new survey reveals that few Americans are making the kind of money they feel they need to live comfortably or be considered rich.
Here's how much debt the average consumer has, and where it's the worst
Researchers analyzed credit reports in the 100 largest U.S. metropolitan areas to show where consumers have the highest balances.
Researchers analyzed credit reports in the 100 largest U.S. metropolitan areas to show where consumers have the highest balances.
Cook County homeowners in these 15 suburbs will pay more in property taxes: treasurer
A recent analysis from the Cook County Treasurer's Office revealed that property taxes for some homeowners in the south and southwest suburbs will significantly increase.
A recent analysis from the Cook County Treasurer's Office revealed that property taxes for some homeowners in the south and southwest suburbs will significantly increase.
Fathers earned 31% more in annual wages than mothers in 2023, study finds
A recent study shows that in 2023, fathers earned 31% more than mothers, underscoring the persistent "motherhood penalty" in the workforce.
A recent study shows that in 2023, fathers earned 31% more than mothers, underscoring the persistent "motherhood penalty" in the workforce.
How recent grads can maximize their earnings
Personal finance expert and owner of SIS Financial Group Hagen Pruemm shares a few tips for recent graduates looking to maximize their income.
Personal finance expert and owner of SIS Financial Group Hagen Pruemm shares a few tips for recent graduates looking to maximize their income.
These US cities have the biggest inflation problems, study finds
High inflation continues to impact the economy, and these cities are feeling it the most.
High inflation continues to impact the economy, and these cities are feeling it the most.
Gas prices to keep dropping as motorists plan Fourth of July road trips: AAA
The national average cost for a gallon of gas was $3.48, a significant eight-cent dip from the previous week.
The national average cost for a gallon of gas was $3.48, a significant eight-cent dip from the previous week.
New construction still popular as most Americans believe it’s a bad time to buy an existing home
New builds increased by 21.2% compared to March of last year, with the South seeing a higher rates of new construction permits.
New builds increased by 21.2% compared to March of last year, with the South seeing a higher rates of new construction permits.
Biden extends time frame to get credit toward student loan forgiveness
Interest rates are up and student loan forgiveness isn't really finalized yet, making for turbulent loan market as we enter into presidential policies.
Interest rates are up and student loan forgiveness isn't really finalized yet, making for turbulent loan market as we enter into presidential policies.
This is the staggering amount homeowners spend on costs besides their mortgage
Some 28% of homeowners said they've considered going back to renting.
Some 28% of homeowners said they've considered going back to renting.
How to avoid overspending at your next dinner with friends
FOX 32's Anthony Ponce speaks with Dan Roccato, finance professor at the University of San Diego.
FOX 32's Anthony Ponce speaks with Dan Roccato, finance professor at the University of San Diego.