6 common credit mistakes to avoid

These 6 credit mistakes can make it harder to get the best loan rates. See how to improve your credit and check your credit score for free.

Will selling my own home save me money?

If you're thinking about selling your home without a real estate agent, consider the costs.

Rep. Casten on the American Rescue Plan's impact on Illinois
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Rep. Sean Casten (D-Ill.) reacts to the passage of the American Rescue Plan and talks about its impact on the people of Illinois.

Is paying off your mortgage early always the best financial decision?

Are you thinking about paying off your mortgage to get out of debt or boost your monthly disposable income? Making extra mortgage payments isn’t your only option to improve your finances.

3 tips on making extra student loan payments

With government funding running dry on student loan aid, borrowers may have to fend for themselves. Making extra payments can help.

Making the most of your finances this spring
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Personal finance expert Jesse Mecham dishes out some tips for organizing your budget this spring.

What's the difference between home warranty and homeowners insurance?

A home warranty and homeowners insurance may both cover your home, but each offers distinct protection. Learn more about what you need as a homeowner.

Could 2% mortgage rates be the new normal?

Consumers are benefitting from historically low mortgage rates, but will interest rates stay that low? Learn how you can take advantage of 2% mortgage rates while they last.

Illinois program scrubs student loans for people who buy a home
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Javier Gumucio from the Illinois Housing Development Authority talks about their new program that will pay eligible Illinois residents 15% -- up to $40,000 -- of the purchase price of a new home to help pay off their student loan debt.

Millennials' assets exceed $10 trillion, data shows -- 3 tips on how to save more money

Millennials’ assets are higher than ever, but they’re also dealing with significant debt. Here are some money tips you can use to pay down debt, build your savings, and achieve your financial goals.

How can borrowers recover from student loan default?

Student loan default can have serious consequences. You may be able to avoid default by choosing the right payment plan or refinancing to reduce monthly payments.

Fixed-rate student loan refinancing rates drop near low

The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.

Should I refinance my adjustable-rate mortgage now?

If your ARM is reaching the end of its term, now is the perfect time to refinance to a fixed-rate mortgage. Here are the steps you’ll take to get started.

Looking to sell and buy a house simultaneously? What you need to know

If you’re planning to sell and buy a house at the same time, it’s important to understand your financial situation and time the transactions just right.