COVID-19 pandemic recession ended in April 2020, shortest on record
The recession that broke out with the onset of the coronavirus pandemic lasted just two months, officially ended in April 2020. That makes it the shortest downturn on record, according to the committee of economists that determines when recessions begin and end.
The recession that broke out with the onset of the coronavirus pandemic lasted just two months, officially ended in April 2020. That makes it the shortest downturn on record, according to the committee of economists that determines when recessions begin and end.
Target, Staples, Dollar General, other retailers lure in teachers with back-to-school discounts
Major retailers are trying to lure in teachers with competing discounts ahead of the upcoming school year.
Major retailers are trying to lure in teachers with competing discounts ahead of the upcoming school year.
How a cash-out refinance can help you pay for home upgrades
Home remodeling activity rising to new highs as home prices keep homeowners from buying a new home.
Home remodeling activity rising to new highs as home prices keep homeowners from buying a new home.
Wells Fargo closing personal lines of credit, impact credit of some customers
Wells Fargo management announced it will close all personal lines of credit.
Wells Fargo management announced it will close all personal lines of credit.
Democrats want federal student loans paused until March 2022: Here are the options private loan borrowers have
Federal student loan payments are set to begin again in October, but Senate Democrats want to extend the payment freeze.
Federal student loan payments are set to begin again in October, but Senate Democrats want to extend the payment freeze.
First-time homebuyers programs: What new buyers need to know
Researching first-time homebuyers programs can help you qualify for a mortgage and become a homeowner.
Researching first-time homebuyers programs can help you qualify for a mortgage and become a homeowner.
Refinancing your student loans can save you $250+ per month: Here's how
Student loan borrowers who refinanced to a longer term on Credible were able to lower their monthly payments by $253 on average. Use a student loan calculator to see how much you can save.
Student loan borrowers who refinanced to a longer term on Credible were able to lower their monthly payments by $253 on average. Use a student loan calculator to see how much you can save.
Now’s your chance: 10-year mortgage refinance rates rest at 25-day low | July 19, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 19, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from last Friday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 19, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from last Friday.
Act now: Today's mortgage rates hold at historic lows | July 19, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for July 19, 2021, which are unchanged from last Friday.
Check out the mortgage rates for July 19, 2021, which are unchanged from last Friday.
Scammers poised to steal child tax credit money
Millions of families are starting to get child tax credits from the IRS, and scammers are already at work trying to take that cash.
Millions of families are starting to get child tax credits from the IRS, and scammers are already at work trying to take that cash.
Georgia gas prices continue to rise over summer demand
Get ready for some pain at the gas pump if you're planning on fueling up across Georgia this week.
Get ready for some pain at the gas pump if you're planning on fueling up across Georgia this week.
Demand for mortgage refinances surges as rates drop: Here’s how to get yours
As rates drop once again, more homeowners are rushing to refinance their mortgages.
As rates drop once again, more homeowners are rushing to refinance their mortgages.
Biden administration just made it cheaper to refinance your mortgage
The FHFA just eliminated the adverse market refinance fee, making it cheaper to get a mortgage refinance.
The FHFA just eliminated the adverse market refinance fee, making it cheaper to get a mortgage refinance.
Report: Full-time minimum wage workers can only afford rent in 7% of US counties
A recent report from the National Low Income Housing Coalition found that full-time minimum-wage workers can’t afford rent in most areas of the U.S.
A recent report from the National Low Income Housing Coalition found that full-time minimum-wage workers can’t afford rent in most areas of the U.S.
Report: Florida residents need to earn $25 an hour to afford rent
According to a new report, renters in the state of Florida need to make at least $24.82 an hour in order to comfortably afford a two-bedroom home or apartment -- and in some parts of the state, they need to earn a lot more.
According to a new report, renters in the state of Florida need to make at least $24.82 an hour in order to comfortably afford a two-bedroom home or apartment -- and in some parts of the state, they need to earn a lot more.
9 tips to get the best mortgage rate
It’s a good idea to comparison-shop for the best mortgage rate you can get, because even a small rate difference can mean tens of thousands of dollars in savings.
It’s a good idea to comparison-shop for the best mortgage rate you can get, because even a small rate difference can mean tens of thousands of dollars in savings.
Here’s what the Biden administration's new mortgage servicing rules mean for you
The CFPB and FHFA made new mortgage servicing rules to help homeowners struggling to make their mortgage payment.
The CFPB and FHFA made new mortgage servicing rules to help homeowners struggling to make their mortgage payment.
Last chance this week: Today's mortgage rates linger in record-low territory | July 16, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for July 16, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage rates for July 16, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Opportunity's knocking: Mortgage refinance rates close week at 2.500% average | July 16, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 16, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for July 16, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.
Increase mirrors US as Georgia employers add jobs in June
The big June jump in payrolls nationwide was also seen in Georgia, as the state’s employers added more than 30,000 workers, continuing to close the gap with how many workers were employed before the pandemic.
The big June jump in payrolls nationwide was also seen in Georgia, as the state’s employers added more than 30,000 workers, continuing to close the gap with how many workers were employed before the pandemic.