Comparing private student loan rates can save borrowers $5K+, data shows
Undergraduate students may need additional financial assistance when federal student aid and Direct unsubsidized loans don't cover the total cost of higher education. Read more about using private student loans to bridge the gap, and see how shopping around for an interest-rate reduction can save you money in the long run.
Undergraduate students may need additional financial assistance when federal student aid and Direct unsubsidized loans don't cover the total cost of higher education. Read more about using private student loans to bridge the gap, and see how shopping around for an interest-rate reduction can save you money in the long run.
2020 Census data confirms national housing shortage, but a few regions may offer more for buyers
New construction can't keep pace with the growing demand for single-family homes, according to the 2020 Census. While new listings are scarce in certain metros, the inventory of homes in select counties is outpacing growth nationally. See where builders have been keeping up with demand.
New construction can't keep pace with the growing demand for single-family homes, according to the 2020 Census. While new listings are scarce in certain metros, the inventory of homes in select counties is outpacing growth nationally. See where builders have been keeping up with demand.
Looking to pay down high-interest debt? Here are 3 expert-approved methods
Managing debt has consistently been a focus for Americans and it's seemingly no different following the COVID-19 pandemic. So VantageScore is offering tips on how to pay down debt.
Managing debt has consistently been a focus for Americans and it's seemingly no different following the COVID-19 pandemic. So VantageScore is offering tips on how to pay down debt.
Today's mortgage rates hold steady at bargain lows | August 17, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for August 17, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage rates for August 17, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.
Looking to refinance? Check out the latest drop in 20-year mortgage refinance rates | August 17, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for August 17, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for August 17, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Biden administration increases food stamp benefits by 30% in historic move
The Biden administration announced a historic expansion to the nation's food stamp program, a decision that will give more than 40 million Americans about 30% more money to spend on groceries.
The Biden administration announced a historic expansion to the nation's food stamp program, a decision that will give more than 40 million Americans about 30% more money to spend on groceries.
Package sorting firm plans $59M Georgia office, hiring 500
A company that automates package and baggage handling is investing $59 million in a new office in suburban Atlanta, with plans to hire 500 new employees.
A company that automates package and baggage handling is investing $59 million in a new office in suburban Atlanta, with plans to hire 500 new employees.
Child tax credit: Treasury, IRS disburse second round of payments
According to the IRS and Treasury Department, a technical issue will cause a small percentage of those who chose direct deposits to receive a physical check this month.
According to the IRS and Treasury Department, a technical issue will cause a small percentage of those who chose direct deposits to receive a physical check this month.
Today's mortgage rates continue holding firmly at historic lows | August 13, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for August 13, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage rates for August 13, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.
Today's mortgage refinance rates: Longer terms fluctuate, shorter terms hold firm | August 13, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for August 13, 2021, which are a mixed bag from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for August 13, 2021, which are a mixed bag from yesterday.
Realtor vs. real estate agent: What’s the difference?
The terms Realtor and real estate agent are often used interchangeably. But they’re not exactly the same.
The terms Realtor and real estate agent are often used interchangeably. But they’re not exactly the same.
Mortgage eClosings making refinancing easier than ever
Lenders and title companies are increasingly partnering with tech companies to create remote mortgage closings.
Lenders and title companies are increasingly partnering with tech companies to create remote mortgage closings.
Biden admin reverses Trump-era student loan policy limiting state oversight: Are you impacted?
Biden's Education Department recently rolled back Trump-era regulations that limited the authority of the states to oversee borrower protections for federal student loans. See how your loans may be impacted.
Biden's Education Department recently rolled back Trump-era regulations that limited the authority of the states to oversee borrower protections for federal student loans. See how your loans may be impacted.
College students headed back to school: Here's how to borrow student loans strategically
Rising college students are getting ready to head to college this fall, which means it's time to start thinking about borrowing student loans. Compare your options in this analysis.
Rising college students are getting ready to head to college this fall, which means it's time to start thinking about borrowing student loans. Compare your options in this analysis.
Credit usage jumped 8.8% in Q2: Pay down your debt with these 3 strategies
Total debt is rising as inflation surges. Here are three strategies to pay down your debt.
Total debt is rising as inflation surges. Here are three strategies to pay down your debt.
Home prices make record-breaking gains in May, according to Case-Shiller index: How homeowners can cash in
Home prices surged at yet another record pace, here's how homeowners can see these gains.
Home prices surged at yet another record pace, here's how homeowners can see these gains.
US jobless claims fall for 3rd straight week as economy strengthens
U.S. unemployment claims dropped to 375,000, near a pandemic low and another sign of strength for a rebounding economy and job market.
U.S. unemployment claims dropped to 375,000, near a pandemic low and another sign of strength for a rebounding economy and job market.
Student Loan Extension
A pause on student loan payments has been extended through January. While that may seem like a long way off, there are some things you can do now to make sure you can handle the payments once the bills are due again.
A pause on student loan payments has been extended through January. While that may seem like a long way off, there are some things you can do now to make sure you can handle the payments once the bills are due again.
Infrastructure bill 2021: What's in the $1 trillion bipartisan plan
Here's a breakdown of what is in the infrastructure bill the Senate passed on Wednesday.
Here's a breakdown of what is in the infrastructure bill the Senate passed on Wednesday.
‘Investment in American families’: Biden outlines $3.5T infrastructure spending plan
President Biden announced his immediate plans to help bolster American families feeling “the pinch” after Senate Democrats approved a budget resolution that will pave the way for a $3.5 trillion spending package.
President Biden announced his immediate plans to help bolster American families feeling “the pinch” after Senate Democrats approved a budget resolution that will pave the way for a $3.5 trillion spending package.