Bill to boost semiconductor production passed by Senate

The Senate overwhelmingly approved a bill Tuesday that aims to boost U.S. semiconductor production and the development of artificial intelligence and other technology in the face of growing international competition, most notably from China.

How to protect your credit from fraud

Consumers can avoid public WiFi and not click on suspicious links to avoid fraud.

College tuition is up 33% since 2000: How to cope with rising costs

The cost of college tuition has ballooned in the past two decades, and it's causing students to take out more debt than ever. Here's how to save money on student loans amid rising secondary education costs.

Apple kicks off developer conference with no major product announcements

Apple kicked off its second annual all-virtual developer conference with a keynote that outlined new updates to its software for iPhones and other devices. The presentation highlighted more privacy options for paid iCloud accounts and a “Find My” service that helps find errant AirPods, but included no major product announcements.

Here’s why you should (or shouldn’t) refinance your mortgage

Refinancing your mortgage can be a good idea, but it depends on your unique financial goals and the costs of refinancing.

Creating custom candles at unique Little Five Points shop

Having trouble finding the right scented candle for your home? A unique family-owned shop in Little Five Points allows shoppers to create their own.

Colonial Pipeline cyberattack ransom recovered, feds say

In a rare outcome, the U.S. has recovered $2.3 million in cryptocurrency that was paid as a ransom in the Colonial Pipeline shutdown last month.

Getting a mortgage is getting easier than ever

The past year brought many hardships to the housing market as home prices skyrocketed and inventory was hard to come by. However, securing a home loan got much easier.

Homebuyers looking for a down payment shouldn't dip into these accounts

More lenders require a 20% down payment to qualify for the best mortgage rates. Using these money accounts to buy a home can cause unexpected financial stress.

What is a good interest rate on a home mortgage?

Locking in low mortgage and refinance rates can save you thousands of dollars over the life of your loan. Here's how you can get a good interest rate on a home loan.