Part of a forbearance or deferment program? Here's what to look for on your credit report
If you’re having trouble repaying your college loan, there is help available. But watch your credit score impact along the way.
If you’re having trouble repaying your college loan, there is help available. But watch your credit score impact along the way.
Tips on saving $100 or more each month for an emergency fund
Saving for an emergency fund might be easier than you think. You’ll thank yourself later for making the effort.
Saving for an emergency fund might be easier than you think. You’ll thank yourself later for making the effort.
Handmade Market pop-up at Vanille Patisserie honors Women's History Month
Heather Flett, founder of Handmade Market, talks about what they're doing to celebrate Women's History Month.
Heather Flett, founder of Handmade Market, talks about what they're doing to celebrate Women's History Month.
How to pay off a $200,000 mortgage faster
While the average mortgage in the U.S. is around $200,000 you don't have to spend 30 years or more paying off your home. Check out these real tips to help you pay off your mortgage early.
While the average mortgage in the U.S. is around $200,000 you don't have to spend 30 years or more paying off your home. Check out these real tips to help you pay off your mortgage early.
KIA owners should park their cars outside due to fire risk, company says
The South Korean auto company is telling owners they should park their cars outside due to concerns of an engine compartment fire. The Sportage and Cadenza models are being recalled over the issue.
The South Korean auto company is telling owners they should park their cars outside due to concerns of an engine compartment fire. The Sportage and Cadenza models are being recalled over the issue.
Lovin' Local: A Touch of Ireland in Oak Lawn
Annie and Katie Cremins from A Touch of Ireland talk about how their business has adjusted to the pandemic ahead of St. Patrick's Day.
Annie and Katie Cremins from A Touch of Ireland talk about how their business has adjusted to the pandemic ahead of St. Patrick's Day.
Rep. Quigley on the status of the $1.9T COVID relief bill
U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley (D-Ill.) talks about the House being set to vote on the $1.9T COVID relief bill.
U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley (D-Ill.) talks about the House being set to vote on the $1.9T COVID relief bill.
How much does home insurance cost per year? Here are the US averages
Your homeowners insurance costs can depend on several factors.
Your homeowners insurance costs can depend on several factors.
5 student loan reforms to watch for
Student loan reforms are likely now that Democrats have control of the White House and Congress. Here's what to look for.
Student loan reforms are likely now that Democrats have control of the White House and Congress. Here's what to look for.
What will happen to home prices in 2021 — how buyers and sellers can prepare
Considering buying a home this year? Take a look at where home prices may drop or increase in 2021.
Considering buying a home this year? Take a look at where home prices may drop or increase in 2021.
Lovin' Local: CHI-SOCIETY
Erin Schirack, co-owner of CHI-SOCIETY, talks about how her business has adapted during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Erin Schirack, co-owner of CHI-SOCIETY, talks about how her business has adapted during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Teamsters union reaches tentative agreement with Jewel, averts strike
The union representing Jewel-Osco warehouse workers and drivers reached an agreement on a new contract with the grocery chain Sunday night, minutes before a strike that could have disrupted deliveries across the Chicago area.
The union representing Jewel-Osco warehouse workers and drivers reached an agreement on a new contract with the grocery chain Sunday night, minutes before a strike that could have disrupted deliveries across the Chicago area.
How to get approved for a mortgage in 2021 after getting rejected
If you've been denied for a mortgage in the past, that shouldn't stop you from trying to buy a home later down the line. With mortgage rates currently so low, you can follow these steps to improve your chances of qualifying for a mortgage in 2021.
If you've been denied for a mortgage in the past, that shouldn't stop you from trying to buy a home later down the line. With mortgage rates currently so low, you can follow these steps to improve your chances of qualifying for a mortgage in 2021.
What is a settled account and why is it still on my credit report?
Settling a debt can save you money but it can also hurt your credit for years to come.
Settling a debt can save you money but it can also hurt your credit for years to come.
How to know if mortgage refinancing is for you, according to experts
Not sure if refinancing is the right move for you? We spoke with three mortgage professionals to learn about the most common scenarios when you might want to refinance your mortgage.
Not sure if refinancing is the right move for you? We spoke with three mortgage professionals to learn about the most common scenarios when you might want to refinance your mortgage.
Lovin' Local: Boxcar Betty's opens in Bucktown
Abbott Smith talks about opening Boxcar Betty's amid the pandemic.
Abbott Smith talks about opening Boxcar Betty's amid the pandemic.
Orbital Assembly Corp. hits $1M fundraising goal, aims to have luxury space hotel open in 2027
Orbital Assembly Corp., a California-based startup that wants to pioneer construction and infrastructure in outer space, has hit its $1 million fundraising goal and aims to open an operational luxury hotel in orbit in 2027.
Orbital Assembly Corp., a California-based startup that wants to pioneer construction and infrastructure in outer space, has hit its $1 million fundraising goal and aims to open an operational luxury hotel in orbit in 2027.
Should you consider a 15-year mortgage? Here’s what you should know
With mortgage rates at historic lows, now is a great time to refinance your mortgage. But is a 30-year or 15-year mortgage the better option? We spoke to three mortgage experts to find out.
With mortgage rates at historic lows, now is a great time to refinance your mortgage. But is a 30-year or 15-year mortgage the better option? We spoke to three mortgage experts to find out.
What to do before applying for a personal loan
In the wake of the pandemic, many are turning to personal loans for help.
In the wake of the pandemic, many are turning to personal loans for help.
As homebuying rises, is it still a good time to refinance your home?
Despite the global pandemic, the US housing market remains strong. Don’t wait to refinance. Right now is likely the safest time to get a record-low mortgage refinance loan.
Despite the global pandemic, the US housing market remains strong. Don’t wait to refinance. Right now is likely the safest time to get a record-low mortgage refinance loan.