The Fed is likely done with interest rate hikes: MBA forecast
The Federal Reserve is unlikely to raise interest rates in November, and there is a minimal chance they will do so in December, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association Chief Economist Mike Fratantoni.
This week's personal loan interest rates edge down for 3- and 5-year loans
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Social Security COLA 2024 may impact your taxes in a big way
The 2024 Social Security cost of living adjustment (COLA) increase aligns with early estimates based on inflation figures for the previous three months.
Gas prices decline despite Middle Eastern uncertainty: AAA
U.S. gas prices dropped this week due to falling oil prices and tepid demand, according to AAA. However, geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East could drive up oil prices.
Mortgage rates headed to 8% territory if Fed keeps up hike pace: Freddie Mac
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage increased to 7.57% for the week ending Oct. 12, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
Housing, gas push inflation up higher than expected in September
In September, inflation rose 0.4% on a monthly basis after increasing by 0.6% the month before, slightly above economists' expectations.
This week's personal loan rates drop for 5-year terms
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Today’s mortgage rates fall for 30-year terms, while 15-year rates remain unchanged
Mortgage rates fluctuate almost daily based on economic conditions. Here are today’s mortgage rates and what you need to know about getting the best rate.
Home price gains help boost homeowner equity to more than $200K: CoreLogic
The average U.S. homeowner now has about $290,000 in equity with fewer owners underwater in the second quarter of 2023, according to a recent CoreLogic report.
This week's private student loan rates plunge for 5-year loans
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Today’s mortgage rates fall for 30-year terms, while 15-year rates remain unchanged
Mortgage rates fluctuate almost daily based on economic conditions. Here are today’s mortgage rates and what you need to know about getting the best rate.
Jobs offering student loan assistance more than double: study
With student loan debt growing to more than $1.7 trillion, employer student loan assistance programs for workers seem to be on the rise, according to Handshake.
Home insurance prices increased nearly 25%: Policygenius
Home insurance costs have increased due to natural disasters and inflation pressures. But there are ways to save on homeowners insurance policies.
Americans say credit cards add to the challenge of managing finances: survey
Most Americans said they felt "in control of their finances," but 79% think they could be doing a better job managing them, according to a recent Affirm survey.
Today’s mortgage rates remain unchanged for 15- and 30-year terms
Mortgage rates fluctuate almost daily based on economic conditions. Here are today’s mortgage rates and what you need to know about getting the best rate
Mild recession still in the cards for U.S. economy but not until 2024: Fannie Mae
Fannie Mae is predicting a mild recession for the U.S. economy in the first half of 2024 but has upgraded its gross domestic product (GDP) and inflation outlook.
Today’s mortgage rates hold steady for 15-year terms, while 30-year rates rise
Mortgage rates fluctuate almost daily based on economic conditions. Here are today’s mortgage rates and what you need to know about getting the best rate.
Here's how borrowers who can't make student loan payments can avoid defaulting
The 12-month student loan on-ramp period will help struggling borrowers from suffering the worst consequences of missed, late, or partial payments, according to a recent Harvard University Employee Credit Union blog.
This week's personal loan interest rates continue upward trend for 3- and 5-year loans
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Social Security cuts: Retirees could face more than $17,000 in annual benefits losses
Social Security could run out of money to make full benefits payments in 2033, spurring as much as $23,000 in benefits cuts for retirees, a study found. Here’s what you need to know.