Should I refinance my mortgage to consolidate debt?

If you have high-interest debt and some equity in your home, you might be able to get a cash-out mortgage refinance. This article will explain the pros and cons of doing a cash-out mortgage refinance along with some alternative options to pay off your debt.

Unemployment claims climb to 719,000; COVID-19 pandemic still forces layoffs

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose by 61,000 last week to 719,000, signaling that many employers are still cutting jobs even as more businesses reopen, vaccines are increasingly administered and federal aid spreads through the economy.

How a missing mortgage payment can impact your credit score

If you're not sure you can keep making your mortgage payments, make sure you understand the effects that skipping it could have.

Electric firm spending $25M on Georgia warehouse, hiring 120

A company that makes and sells electrical components will invest more than $25 million to create a distribution center in suburban Atlanta, hiring 120.

Student loan payment pause extended to borrowers who have defaulted on private loans

The federal government has extended a pause on student loan payments to more than 1 million people who have defaulted on loans held by private lenders, aiding thousands who were at risk of having tax returns seized to pay the debts.

Biden signs extension of Paycheck Protection Program for small businesses by 2 months

President Joe Biden singed an extension of the Paycheck Protection Program a day before it was poised to expire, giving small businesses until May 31 to apply.

Stimulus checks: 21 Senate Democrats urge Biden to put recurring direct payments in infrastructure plan

A group of Democratic senators is urging President Joe Biden to extend rescue measures for Americans — including recurring direct payments and extended jobless benefits — in his “Build Back Better” legislation.

Masks, hand sanitizers, PPE are tax-deductible, IRS says

The Internal Revenue Service announced on Friday that personal protective equipment purchased to stop the spread of COVID-19 are considered tax-deductible.

Toilet paper could face a new shortage

Coronavirus created a shortage of bath tissue at the start of the pandemic as consumers resorted to panic buying and stockpiling.

How the Suez Canal cargo ship jam impacts billions in global trade

The cargo ship blocking the Suez Canal is holding up traffic that carries nearly $10 billion worth of goods every day, so a quick clearing of the logjam is key to limiting the economic fallout.

Unemployment claims fall to 684,000, fewest since start of pandemic

The number of people seeking unemployment benefits fell sharply last week to 684,000, the fewest since the pandemic erupted a year ago and a sign the economy is improving.

4 ways to build credit without a credit card

Credit cards offer users a great way to build credit, but if not managed wisely can lead to overspending and long payoff periods. There are four other—and possibly better— ways to build credit worth considering.

6 common credit mistakes to avoid

These 6 credit mistakes can make it harder to get the best loan rates. See how to improve your credit and check your credit score for free.

Will selling my own home save me money?

If you're thinking about selling your home without a real estate agent, consider the costs.