Do you need mortgage insurance?

Mortgage insurance can offer protection for your lender but it isn't always necessary.

Paulding County Chamber takes up massive 3D printing effort

It’s not quite “business as usual” at the Paulding County Chamber of Commerce — but it’s definitely busy right now.  With more than a dozen 3D printers running 24 hours a day, the Chamber has become a full-fledged production plant.

The basics of no-closing cost mortgage refinancing

So-called “no-cost” mortgage refinancing deals are a good deal for some consumers – but you’re paying the closing costs either way.

Refinance student loans now and you'll likely save money — here's why

The Federal Reserve's emergency rate cut makes now an ideal time to refinance student loans, but refinancing isn't right for everyone.

Costco stores will require customers to wear face masks while shopping starting May 4

Costco has updated its policy page regarding its response to the novel coronavirus, saying that all "Costco members and guests must wear a mask or face covering that covers the mouth and nose at all times while at Costco." The policy will go into effect May 4."This requirement does not apply to children under the age of 2 or to individuals who are unable to wear a mask or face covering due to a medical condition," according to Costco's updated page, noting that the use of a face mask or covering should not serve as substitute for social distancing.Costco had previously stated that the face mask policy would only apply to some of its stores before the April 29 update.

Guardianship, medical directives changed in wills in face of COVID-19

If there is one business sector that’s seen an uptick in work, it’s for lawyers who specialize in wills. Even before COVID-19, creating a will was important. It’s for everybody.  A will lays out your wishes before your family gets into a stressful situation like death or illness.

Atlanta Motor Speedway opens parking lot to store hundreds of Enterprise rental cars

The site of NASCAR races, Atlanta Motor Speedway has plenty of space, but with events canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic, that space has sat unused.

Shortages easing on coronavirus-hit toilet paper

U.S. consumers have begun spotting rare Quilted Northern and Charmin toilet paper rolls on store shelves across the United States, as stocks start building after weeks of severe shortages.

Stock rally takes breather ahead of Starbucks, Google earnings

The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose as many as 378 points, or 1.57 percent, while the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite gained as much as 1.48 percent and 1.15 percent, respectively.

Report: Lenox Square, Phipps Plaza, more malls to reopen on May 1

An internal memo says the company that owns Lenox Square Mall, Phipps Plaza, and other Georgia malls and outlets will start reopening this week.

Small business loan program plagued by outages, delays as second wave of aid begins

E-Tran, the Small Business Administration's electronic system used to help process applications for government-backed aid, has suffered glitches amid the first wave of applicants.

Amazon to open new facility in Georgia, creating 800 jobs

Amazon is opening another massive facility in Georgia that will create 800 new full-time jobs in the state.

Credit card issuers will lower credit limits amid coronavirus outbreak

Many families may rely on credit cards to get through this tough time, but know that credit card companies are very likely about to lower your credit limit. This happened to most of us during the recession in 2008. That $3,000 card limit card was suddenly $1,500.