Fixed-rate student loan refinancing rates just miss tying record low
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly. (iStock)
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly. (iStock)
The Federal Reserve’s effect on mortgage rates: What to know
The Fed's actions can impact how much you’ll pay for a house.
The Fed's actions can impact how much you’ll pay for a house.
Honda to phase out gas-powered cars in North America by 2040
Japanese automaker Honda said Friday that it plans to phase out all of its gasoline-powered vehicles in North America by 2040, making it the latest major automaker with a goal of becoming carbon neutral.
Japanese automaker Honda said Friday that it plans to phase out all of its gasoline-powered vehicles in North America by 2040, making it the latest major automaker with a goal of becoming carbon neutral.
Misled about mortgage forbearance? Consider mortgage refinancing instead
Mortgage forbearance can be a great option for Americans struggling to make their monthly payments but a mortgage refinance might actually make more sense.
Mortgage forbearance can be a great option for Americans struggling to make their monthly payments but a mortgage refinance might actually make more sense.
Buying life insurance? These factors determine how much it costs
Life insurance doesn’t have to be costly. Learn what factors determine how much you pay out of pocket.
Life insurance doesn’t have to be costly. Learn what factors determine how much you pay out of pocket.
How to plan for unexpected expenses — and still save — on a tight budget
No one expects the unexpected but knowing you have the funds on hand if you have a financial setback or unexpected expense is comforting.
No one expects the unexpected but knowing you have the funds on hand if you have a financial setback or unexpected expense is comforting.
Tips on negotiating with your car insurance company after an incident
Here’s what you need to know before negotiating an auto insurance claim.
Here’s what you need to know before negotiating an auto insurance claim.
Does your homeowners insurance cover emergencies?
Homeowners may skip over benefits or not realize they don't have coverage for an emergency until it's too late.
Homeowners may skip over benefits or not realize they don't have coverage for an emergency until it's too late.
Ford extends shutdown of Chicago assembly plant: report
Ford is extending the shutdown at its Chicago assembly plant due to a global microchip shortage.
Ford is extending the shutdown at its Chicago assembly plant due to a global microchip shortage.
How to buy a house in 2021: 8 tips for winning the COVID homebuying season
Navigate the pandemic homebuying process safely and learn how to get the best deal on your mortgage in 2021 with this guide.
Navigate the pandemic homebuying process safely and learn how to get the best deal on your mortgage in 2021 with this guide.
How to pay off your mortgage early: 5 of the best options to explore
Paying off your mortgage early can free up money in your budget and give you the peace of mind that comes with owning your home free and clear. But how can you actually pay it off early?
Paying off your mortgage early can free up money in your budget and give you the peace of mind that comes with owning your home free and clear. But how can you actually pay it off early?
New Hard Rock Casino in Gary searching for experienced cooks, offering $2K signing bonus
The new Hard Rock Casino in Gary is looking to fill hundreds of positions at all five of its new restaurants.
The new Hard Rock Casino in Gary is looking to fill hundreds of positions at all five of its new restaurants.
Chicago accepting casino resort bids from potential developers
Chicago is accepting proposals from potential developers for the city's first casino and resort, officials announced on Thursday.
Chicago is accepting proposals from potential developers for the city's first casino and resort, officials announced on Thursday.
How do I build an emergency fund?
An emergency fund should be part of everyone’s financial plan. Learn how to build an emergency fund and save for life’s unexpected events.
An emergency fund should be part of everyone’s financial plan. Learn how to build an emergency fund and save for life’s unexpected events.
Refinancing your mortgage now is a good move -- here's why
Considering mortgage refinancing? With rates still near historic lows (for now), you could save thousands of dollars over the term of your mortgage.
Considering mortgage refinancing? With rates still near historic lows (for now), you could save thousands of dollars over the term of your mortgage.
4 credit unions to consider when refinancing student loans
Refinancing with a credit union could get you a lower rate or more favorable terms than you’d get with a bank. Learn more about credit union student loan refinance here.
Refinancing with a credit union could get you a lower rate or more favorable terms than you’d get with a bank. Learn more about credit union student loan refinance here.
This is how credit monitoring can help you boost your credit score
Understanding what impacts your credit can give you the tools you need to improve it.
Understanding what impacts your credit can give you the tools you need to improve it.
Buying a home amid the pandemic? Here’s the credit score you need
Getting a home loan might be a little more difficult right now, but you can improve your chances with a higher credit score.
Getting a home loan might be a little more difficult right now, but you can improve your chances with a higher credit score.
Are you financially prepared for retirement? 8 steps to take
Are you trying to figure out how to afford retirement? Here are several ways to increase your retirement savings.
Are you trying to figure out how to afford retirement? Here are several ways to increase your retirement savings.
Ascend Dispensary workers in Springfield vote to unionize, become 4th group to join
Employees at Ascend Dispensary in downtown Springfield voted to unionize Tuesday, becoming the fourth group to join the union for cannabis workers in Illinois since the state legalized pot in 2020.
Employees at Ascend Dispensary in downtown Springfield voted to unionize Tuesday, becoming the fourth group to join the union for cannabis workers in Illinois since the state legalized pot in 2020.