Good news: This week's private student loan interest rates lower for 10-year loans
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Today's mortgage rates rise, but 30-year rates are still below 6% | April 17, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for April 17, 2023, which are trending up from last Friday.
Inflation and rising costs pushes Americans to make risky financial choices: Survey
High inflation and interest rates pushed 35% of Americans to drain cash from emergency savings and 26% have skipped or are considering becoming delinquent on their credit cards, a recent survey from Achieve said.
Home prices slow again, but banking sector woes make it harder to get a mortgage: Case-Shiller
Home prices fell for seven straight months, but the decline in January was slightly smaller than it had been months prior, according to the latest S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Indices report.
How to get a hardship loan
If you’re unemployed, a hardship loan can help you stay afloat financially. Learn how these loans work and where to get one.
Today's best mortgage deal? 15-year terms at 5.25% | April 14, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for April 14, 2023, which are mixed from yesterday.
Gas prices pump higher as the cost of oil rises: AAA
Gas prices increased by nine cents to $3.64 per gallon as oil prices rise. And although gas prices have dropped year-over-year, Americans have been facing high inflation in 2023.
Mortgage rates register a fifth week of decline: Freddie Mac
The average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage dropped to 6.27% for the week ending April 13, according to Freddie Mac's Primary Mortgage Market Survey. That's down from the previous week when it averaged 6.28%.
5 smart ways to consolidate credit card debt, and 5 you should never do
Consolidating credit card debt could help you get a lower interest rate and potentially pay off your debt faster. Learn how to consolidate credit card debt here.
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.
Today's 30-year mortgage rates fall below 6% | April 13, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for April 13, 2023, which are mixed from yesterday.
Biden declares COVID-19 emergency over, but homeowners still have time to file for forbearance, FHA says
COVID-19 forbearance expired at the same time as the COVID-19 national emergency was officially declared over. It has now been extended until May 31, 2023, the FHA said.
Inflation cools in March, but is it enough to slow the Fed?
The Consumer Price Index (CPI), a measure of inflation, rose 5% year-over-year in March, a slowdown from the 6% increase in February.
Private student loan interest rates edge down for 10-year loans
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Today's mortgage rates hold steady, giving borrowers time to decide | April 12, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for April 12, 2023, which are unchanged from yesterday.
Many Americans plan to use their tax refunds to build savings in 2023, survey says
Americans challenged by inflation and rising costs plan to save less than $5,000 in 2023 and many are relying on tax refunds to make ends meet, a recent TaxAct survey said.
Medicare beneficiaries would need more than $300,000 for healthcare costs in retirement: EBRI
Medicare beneficiaries in retirement would need to have saved anywhere from $96,000 to $383,000 to cover most of their healthcare needs, according to EBRI. The organization found that in general, Medicare Advantage enrollees have lower savings targets. But these private industry plans have their pros and cons.
Best graduate student loans of 2023
Federal student loan options for graduate students are limited. Private student loans could help you fill the gap and fund your graduate degree.
Today's best mortgage deal? 15-year rates are today's lowest | April 11, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for April 11, 2023, which are mixed from yesterday.
Job growth trends upward as recession fears grow
More than 230,000 new jobs were created in March, according to the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).