This week's private student loan rates mixed — one key rate drops
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
This week's personal loan interest rates see spike for 5-year loans
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Good news: Personal loan interest rates drop for 3- and 5-year loans
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Most Americans see the economy in bad shape and getting worse: poll
Most Americans believe the economy is in bad shape, but the majority also say their finances are well, according to a poll. Still, inflation and high interest rates could impact the finances of Americans as the economy remains the top concern going into the presidential election.
This week's personal loan interest rates inch up for 5-year loans only
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Household income drops amid high inflation
The typical American’s income dropped for the third straight year amid record-high inflation. But you can still pay down high-interest debt quickly.
Inflation is affecting parents' ability to pay for education: survey
Inflation is taking a toll on back-to-school shopping expenses in 2023 as parents struggle with funding their children's education, supplies and extracurriculars, according to a survey.
Retirement account balances increase for third straight quarter
Average 401(k) and IRA balances have risen for three straight quarters, Fidelity reported. But some savers face particular hurdles.
This week's personal loan rates: 3-year loans inch down while 5-year loans spike
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Fed pauses interest rate hikes in September but could raise rates again this year
The Federal Reserve paused interest rates in its September meeting. But inflation remains high as Americans deal with record credit card debt. Here’s what to do.
Personal loan rates inch back up for both 3- and 5-year loans
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Recession could hit in October if unemployment rises slightly: mathematical model
If the unemployment rate rises slightly this month, it could mean a recession in October, according to a mathematical model that correctly signaled the 2020 recession. But economists are split about the likelihood of a recession this year. Here’s what you need to know.
Yield curve pioneer warns Fed not to raise rates, predicts possible recession in 2024
Duke University's Campbell Harvey said it would be unwise for the Federal Reserve to raise rates in November, citing current economic figures and conditions.
Consumers are turning to personal loans to pay off credit card debt: TransUnion
Personal loans have helped many Americans pay down high-interest debt and improve their credit scores amid high inflation and economic uncertainty, according to a report by TransUnion.
Personal loan interest rates fall for 5-year loans
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Consumer credit increased by nearly $5 trillion
Consumer credit balances including credit cards reached trillions of dollars in Q2 2023 as Americans turn to credit cards to deal with high inflation and meet other needs. But there are many ways to pay off debt quickly.
Average monthly mortgage payment at near all-time high
High mortgage rates have brought average monthly mortgage payments to near-record highs as Americans deal with economic uncertainty. But there are ways to lower your monthly mortgage payments.
This week's personal loan interest rates plunge for 3-year loans
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Good news: 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.
5 ways to pay off debt this Labor Day
Americans with high-interest debt have several options to pay it off including personal loans, balance transfer cards and borrowing from home equity.