Will the days of sub-3% mortgage rates soon be behind us? One expert thinks so
Mortgage rates are holding steady, but one expert says the days of sub-3% interest rates could be over.
Mortgage rates are holding steady, but one expert says the days of sub-3% interest rates could be over.
COVID-19 driving more millennials to buy life insurance than Gen X & Boomers, study finds
As the pandemic continues across the U.S., it is pushing more Millennials to look into life insurance.
As the pandemic continues across the U.S., it is pushing more Millennials to look into life insurance.
Chicago and suburban home prices are expected to go up almost 9 percent over the next year
LOOKING FOR A HOUSE? Zillow says the typical value of homes in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin area has gone up 14% over the past year to $282,568, and will rise 8.9% in the next year.
LOOKING FOR A HOUSE? Zillow says the typical value of homes in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin area has gone up 14% over the past year to $282,568, and will rise 8.9% in the next year.
What to do if you don't qualify for $9.5B worth of student loan forgiveness under Biden in 2021
See if you qualify for student loan repayment assistance like IDR plans, permanent disability discharges and refinancing. (iStock)
See if you qualify for student loan repayment assistance like IDR plans, permanent disability discharges and refinancing. (iStock)
Car mechanics strike over, and new car dealership service bays will be open on Monday morning
The auto mechanics who had walked out 8 weeks ago will be back at work on Monday morning.
The auto mechanics who had walked out 8 weeks ago will be back at work on Monday morning.
Saturday night's Powerball jackpot is $523 million
The Illinois Lottery said that while no one hit the jackpot in Wednesday's drawing, a ticket purchased at a 7-Eleven in Elk Grove Village won the player $50,000.
The Illinois Lottery said that while no one hit the jackpot in Wednesday's drawing, a ticket purchased at a 7-Eleven in Elk Grove Village won the player $50,000.
Arlington International Racecourse closed after last race was run Saturday
Churchill Downs bought the racetrack in 2000 for a reported $71 million. Several groups, including the Chicago Bears, have put in bids to buy it. "I hope that it's something fun for the whole community to enjoy, and not high rise places to live," said one spectator.
Churchill Downs bought the racetrack in 2000 for a reported $71 million. Several groups, including the Chicago Bears, have put in bids to buy it. "I hope that it's something fun for the whole community to enjoy, and not high rise places to live," said one spectator.
FSA prepares for 'unprecedented task' of resuming student loan payments after forbearance
The coronavirus pandemic led to a payment pause on federal student loans, but that temporary relief has a definitive end date of Jan. 31, 2022. See how you can prepare for when payments restart in February.
The coronavirus pandemic led to a payment pause on federal student loans, but that temporary relief has a definitive end date of Jan. 31, 2022. See how you can prepare for when payments restart in February.
US unemployment claims tick up from near a pandemic low
U.S. unemployment claims rose last week for a second straight week to 351,000.
U.S. unemployment claims rose last week for a second straight week to 351,000.
Liberal arts doctorate leaves borrowers with nearly $200K in student loan debt on $40K salary, study finds
A post-secondary degree can leave borrowers with a six-figure student loan balance, but it's important to remember that federal student aid isn't “free money.” Keep reading to learn more about the average student loan debt and how you can pay it off faster.
A post-secondary degree can leave borrowers with a six-figure student loan balance, but it's important to remember that federal student aid isn't “free money.” Keep reading to learn more about the average student loan debt and how you can pay it off faster.
As car shopping surges, vehicle history report company expects to double revenue in 2021
One car history report company says it expects to double its revenue this year as the demand for used cars rises. Here's how to keep your costs down amid rising prices.
One car history report company says it expects to double its revenue this year as the demand for used cars rises. Here's how to keep your costs down amid rising prices.
Wednesday night's Powerball jackpot is almost half a billion dollars
There have been three million dollar winners in Illinois in the past three months, in Naperville, Shawneetown and Cambria.
There have been three million dollar winners in Illinois in the past three months, in Naperville, Shawneetown and Cambria.
What you need to know about credit card annual fees
Credit cards with annual fees may seem unnecessary, but sometimes it makes sense to opt for these cards.
Credit cards with annual fees may seem unnecessary, but sometimes it makes sense to opt for these cards.
Personal loan rates plummet — 3-year rates drop to lowest point since July
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Student loan company used deceptive practices, CFPB says: Tips for choosing a reputable lender
The CFPB issued a consent order for one college financing company after ruling its ISA program was a form of consumer credit and must adhere to federal financial laws.
The CFPB issued a consent order for one college financing company after ruling its ISA program was a form of consumer credit and must adhere to federal financial laws.
Chicago Mayor Lightfoot pitches $500 monthly payments to poor families
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot pitched a pilot program Monday giving $500 monthly payments to low-income households.
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot pitched a pilot program Monday giving $500 monthly payments to low-income households.
Economic growth to taper after strong Q2, economist predicts: What it could mean for interest rates
As the economy shows signs of slowing down, interest rates are holding at record lows. Here's what it could mean for future rates.
As the economy shows signs of slowing down, interest rates are holding at record lows. Here's what it could mean for future rates.
Student loan refinance rates drop — 5-year variable rates slide back under 3%
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Nabisco strike that impacted several states over after workers ratify new contract
The strike began on Aug. 10 and impacted factories in Chicago, Portland, Ore., Aurora, Colo., Richmond, Va., Chicago, Ill. and Norcross, Ga.
The strike began on Aug. 10 and impacted factories in Chicago, Portland, Ore., Aurora, Colo., Richmond, Va., Chicago, Ill. and Norcross, Ga.
35% of millennials say student loan debt is preventing them from buying a home: survey
Are your monthly debt payments holding you back from achieving financial milestones like buying a house? You're not alone. See how you can reduce your debt obligations and cut down your outstanding student loan balance.
Are your monthly debt payments holding you back from achieving financial milestones like buying a house? You're not alone. See how you can reduce your debt obligations and cut down your outstanding student loan balance.