Child tax credit: First payments go out July 15

The IRS said that the first payments from the expanded child tax credit signed into law with President Joe Biden’s $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package will begin hitting families’ bank accounts on July 15.

With sub-3% mortgage rates a reality, here's what homeowners and buyers should do now

Average 30-year mortgage rates have dipped below 3 percent again, while 15-year rates dropped near all-time lows, according to Freddie Mac. Here's how you can take advantage of sub-3 percent mortgage rates.

Personal loan interest rates plummet to 3-month low

The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.

Loans for a 600 credit score: What to know and where to find one

Taking out a personal loan with a credit score of 600 isn’t impossible — but it may require some creativity, and you may not get the best loan terms.

Consumer prices saw largest inflation spike in June since 2008

Consumer prices in June rose 0.9% from May and 5.4% over the past year — the sharpest 12-month inflation spike since June 2008.

Americans' tipping habits didn't improve during pandemic, poll finds

A survey of U.S. adults found that tipping habits did not improve during the COVID-19 pandemic, despite a boom in the food delivery service industry.

Congress considers tax break for caregivers

According to the AARP, caregivers spend thousands each year to help their loved loves live at home. Now Congress is looking at a tax break to give them some relief.

Georgia tax revenue leaps more than $3B over last year

Georgia’s state tax receipts jumped by more than $3 billion in the budget year ended June 30, Gov. Brian Kemp announced Monday, setting up an election-year session in which lawmakers will have many options for new spending or tax cuts.

Need to boost your credit score quickly? Use these 5 tips

Having bad credit can negatively impact your financial wellness in a variety of ways, but these five tips can help you improve your FICO score quickly.

Does getting the COVID-19 vaccine affect your life insurance policy?

If you've received the COVID-19 vaccine, that won't jeopardize your life insurance policy. Read more to see what can disqualify you from life insurance payouts.