What is a limited cash-out refinance and how does it work?
A limited cash-out refinance loan can lower your interest rate, shorten your loan term and provide you with up to $2,000 in cash. Learn more.
What is a home equity line of credit and how does it work?
A home equity line of credit (HELOC) can allow you to tap into your home equity to cover just about any expense. Find out how it works.
Money is the top reason why students are dropping out of college, study finds
A recent study found that 42% of students who recently dropped out cited financial reasons as their primary cause for leaving.
‘Disappointing’ jobs report won’t slow interest rate hikes, experts say
The December jobs report came in lower than expected. However, experts explain why the Fed is still likely to raise interest rates in the first quarter of 2022.
Inflation surges at fastest rate in decades: What it means for you
CPI data shows that consumer prices have risen 7% in the past year, which is the fastest rate of inflation since 1982.
Today's best mortgage deal: 20-year rates dive | Jan. 13, 2022
Check out the mortgage rates for Jan. 13, 2022, which are trending down from yesterday.
Today's 30-year mortgage refinance rates sink to 5-day low | Jan. 13, 2022
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Jan. 13, 2022, which are mostly down from yesterday.
16 of the best jobs for college students
Learn about 16 of the best jobs for college students, whether you want to work remotely, on campus or off campus.
Mortgage rates surge to highest level since May 2020
Mortgage interest rates increased at the start of 2022 as the market prepares for the Fed's rate hikes in the next few months.
3 student loan changes in 2022 that borrowers should know about
The new year brings a slew of changes for student loan borrowers, including the return to federal student loan repayment.
Here's what the housing market will look like in 2022, according to an expert
Home sales are expected to increase as supply begins to meet demand, which is good news for consumers who are considering buying a home in 2022.
Bank of America cuts overdraft fees
Bank of America is slashing the amount it charges customers when they spend more than they have in their accounts and plans to eliminate entirely its fees for bounced checks.
Is there a statute of limitations on student loan debt?
If you’ve defaulted on student loans, it’s important to understand the student loan statute of limitations to avoid potential legal issues. Learn more.
2022 minimum wage increases: Which states are getting raises and by how much
The new year is bringing new minimum wages to several states across the U.S. Here's what to expect for the new minimum wage limits.
Program to help low-income Illinoisans extended another year
Low-income taxpayers across Illinois who have outstanding fines won’t have money taken from their state income tax returns, officials announced.
Schumer escalates pressure on Biden to cancel student loans in 2022
The Senate majority leader has called on the Biden administration to cancel student loans in a series of Twitter posts over the past several weeks. While some borrowers have qualified for a loan discharge through the PSLF program, most debtors haven't yet benefited from forgiveness.
3 things borrowers should know about the extended student loan payment pause
The pause on federal student loan payments has been extended from February until May, giving borrowers an additional 90 days to prepare for student loan repayment. Here are 3 things federal student loan borrowers should keep in mind.
Majority of small businesses raising prices due to inflation, study shows
Inflation is rising at a record pace, forcing many small businesses to raise their prices. Here's what consumers can do to if they are struggling.