Illinois residents encouraged to take advantage of the state's 10-day sales tax holiday
Financial expert and author Rachel Cruze talks about Illinois' 10-day window where you can purchase clothes and school supplies with a tax rate 5% lower than normal.
Financial expert and author Rachel Cruze talks about Illinois' 10-day window where you can purchase clothes and school supplies with a tax rate 5% lower than normal.
Mortgage rates drop, could rise again amid Fed’s rate hike
Mortgage rates dropped this week, but the decrease could be temporary after the Fed's recent rate hike.
Mortgage rates dropped this week, but the decrease could be temporary after the Fed's recent rate hike.
Fed raises interest rates again — here’s how it affects your wallet
The Federal Reserve raised interest rates again at its July meeting, marking its second 75-basis point hike this year. Here's how that affects your wallet.
The Federal Reserve raised interest rates again at its July meeting, marking its second 75-basis point hike this year. Here's how that affects your wallet.
What can homebuyers expect from today's turbulent mortgage rates?
Erika Giovanetti, loans expert at U.S. News & World Report, talks about mortgage rate volatility and how the housing market is responding to the latest housing market trends.
Erika Giovanetti, loans expert at U.S. News & World Report, talks about mortgage rate volatility and how the housing market is responding to the latest housing market trends.
Fannie Mae revises GDP forecast for 2022, 2023 amid high inflation
Rising inflation could push the economy into a recession sooner than economists had previously projected, according to the latest forecast from Fannie Mae.
Rising inflation could push the economy into a recession sooner than economists had previously projected, according to the latest forecast from Fannie Mae.
Biden confirms he’ll make student loans decision by end of August
In an exchange with reporters, President Joe Biden confirmed he will soon make a decision on student loans. Here are the choices he is weighing.
In an exchange with reporters, President Joe Biden confirmed he will soon make a decision on student loans. Here are the choices he is weighing.
Many borrowers took out student loans anticipating debt forgiveness, survey says
Many student loan borrowers took out loans in recent years with the belief that the Biden administration would cancel student loan debt, a recent survey said.
Many student loan borrowers took out loans in recent years with the belief that the Biden administration would cancel student loan debt, a recent survey said.
Tips for thriving in today's volatile economy
Tom Wheelwright, author and CEO of Wealthability, expounds on financial lessons from his new book "The Win-Win Wealth Strategy."
Tom Wheelwright, author and CEO of Wealthability, expounds on financial lessons from his new book "The Win-Win Wealth Strategy."
Loans for a 600 credit score: What to know and where to find one
It’s possible to take out a personal loan with a 600 credit score, but you may not qualify for the best possible rates or terms.
It’s possible to take out a personal loan with a 600 credit score, but you may not qualify for the best possible rates or terms.
Mortgage rates rise as eyes turn to next Fed rate hike
Consumer demand for homes is dying down as mortgage rates rise. With an interest rate hike expected from the Fed next week, rates could continue to move higher. Here's how you can get the best interest rate.
Consumer demand for homes is dying down as mortgage rates rise. With an interest rate hike expected from the Fed next week, rates could continue to move higher. Here's how you can get the best interest rate.
Nearly half of Americans will take on debt this year despite higher borrowing costs: survey
Even with the Federal Reserve expected to raise borrowing rates again next week, adding debt is “not necessarily a bad sign," analysts say.
Even with the Federal Reserve expected to raise borrowing rates again next week, adding debt is “not necessarily a bad sign," analysts say.
Tips for handling sudden financial changes
Personal finance expert Bobbi Rebell from Tally lays out tips to help you get past your next unexpected financial hurdle.
Personal finance expert Bobbi Rebell from Tally lays out tips to help you get past your next unexpected financial hurdle.
Tuesday's Mega Millions jackpot is now at $530 million
The Mega Millions jackpot is now topping more than half-a-billion dollars. It would be the eighth largest prize in the 20-year history of the game. DePaul University finance professor Lamont Black talks about the massive jackpot.
The Mega Millions jackpot is now topping more than half-a-billion dollars. It would be the eighth largest prize in the 20-year history of the game. DePaul University finance professor Lamont Black talks about the massive jackpot.
Financial tips for preparing for a recession
Dawn Dahlby, CEO of Relev? Financial Group, lays out ways you can be properly prepared for withstanding a recession.
Dawn Dahlby, CEO of Relev? Financial Group, lays out ways you can be properly prepared for withstanding a recession.
Tips for 'recession-proofing' your job
Dan Roccato, a financial professor at the University of San Diego, talks about what it means to "recession-proof" your job and secure your money-making future.
Dan Roccato, a financial professor at the University of San Diego, talks about what it means to "recession-proof" your job and secure your money-making future.
FHFA saves more than 100K homes from foreclosure in Q1: report
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have saved homes from foreclosure and lowered many monthly mortgage payments. Here's what you can do if you are struggling.
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have saved homes from foreclosure and lowered many monthly mortgage payments. Here's what you can do if you are struggling.
Should you refinance your student loans? Best lenders to consider
When you refinance student loans, you replace one or more of your existing student loans with a new loan and possibly lower your interest rate.
When you refinance student loans, you replace one or more of your existing student loans with a new loan and possibly lower your interest rate.
Why you shouldn't panic about the real estate market right now
Dave Ramsey and George Kamel talk about the current state of the U.S. housing market and dish out advice for those looking to buy or sell homes.
Dave Ramsey and George Kamel talk about the current state of the U.S. housing market and dish out advice for those looking to buy or sell homes.
First round of $500 payments distributed to Chicago residents
Chicago's monthly cash assistance program got underway Monday with the first $500 monthly payments going out to low-income households who faced financial hardship during the pandemic.
Chicago's monthly cash assistance program got underway Monday with the first $500 monthly payments going out to low-income households who faced financial hardship during the pandemic.
First round of $500 monthly payments distributed to Chicago residents
Chicago's monthly cash assistance program got underway Monday with the first $500 monthly payments going out to low-income households who faced financial hardship during the pandemic.
Chicago's monthly cash assistance program got underway Monday with the first $500 monthly payments going out to low-income households who faced financial hardship during the pandemic.