Record home price appreciation to continue in 2022, economist says: What it could mean for first-time buyers
Home prices rose significantly in 2021, and now one economist is predicting this appreciation will continue into 2022. Homeowners stand to gain the most from the continued price increases.
Home prices rose significantly in 2021, and now one economist is predicting this appreciation will continue into 2022. Homeowners stand to gain the most from the continued price increases.
Chicago nonprofit giving away hundreds of thousands of dollars in COVID relief money
Help for Chicago small businesses is on the way, thanks to a local nonprofit.
Help for Chicago small businesses is on the way, thanks to a local nonprofit.
My Block, My Hood, My City announces grants for small businesses
Help for Chicago small businesses is on the way, thanks to a local nonprofit.
Help for Chicago small businesses is on the way, thanks to a local nonprofit.
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.
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.
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.
Illinois lawmakers support Starbucks unionization
Illinois lawmakers joined Starbucks workers to support plans to unionize.
Illinois lawmakers joined Starbucks workers to support plans to unionize.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Jan. 13, 2022, which are mostly down from yesterday.
Matteson hotel shut down due to code violations
Dozens of people were told Wednesday they have to leave a hotel in Matteson.
Dozens of people were told Wednesday they have to leave a hotel in Matteson.
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.
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.
Mortgage interest rates increased at the start of 2022 as the market prepares for the Fed's rate hikes in the next few months.
Chicago suburb sued for blocking addiction center's expansion plans
A Chicago-based addiction treatment center, which like others nationwide has faced fierce opposition to opening suburban branches, filed a federal lawsuit Tuesday to force one suburb to stop blocking its expansion plans.
A Chicago-based addiction treatment center, which like others nationwide has faced fierce opposition to opening suburban branches, filed a federal lawsuit Tuesday to force one suburb to stop blocking its expansion plans.
Kane County votes to raise salaries for animal control workers
Kane County is trying to lure in more animal control workers.?
Kane County is trying to lure in more animal control workers.?
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.
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.
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.
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.
Financial guru Dave Ramsey's tips on becoming a millionaire
Baby Steps Millionaire is the name of a new book by financial guru Dave Ramsey. He joined Good Day Chicago on Tuesday to share his tips on becoming a millionaire.
Baby Steps Millionaire is the name of a new book by financial guru Dave Ramsey. He joined Good Day Chicago on Tuesday to share his tips on becoming a millionaire.