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You may be owed unclaimed life insurance money: Here's how to find out

October 21, 2021 4:56pm EDT

Here's how to find out if you're owed unclaimed life insurance benefits from a lost policy.

Mortgage refinance rates hold: Refinance now ahead of predicted increases | Oct. 21, 2021

October 21, 2021 10:52am EDT

Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Oct. 21, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.

20-year mortgage rates hold at money-saving low for 12th straight day | Oct. 21, 2021

October 21, 2021 10:43am EDT

Check out the mortgage rates for Oct. 21, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.

Biden may cut free community college from economic package

October 21, 2021 10:38am EDT

President Biden told a group of lawmakers on Oct. 19 that he plans on paring down his $3.5 trillion economic plan.

Seeking a mortgage deal? Look to mid-length repayment terms today | Oct. 15, 2021

October 15, 2021 11:35am EDT

Check out the mortgage rates for Oct. 15, 2021, which are a mixed bag compared to yesterday.

Inflation soars to highest rate in 13 years — here's what that means for interest rates

October 15, 2021 11:08am EDT

Inflation rose at its fastest pace since 2008. Here's what that might mean for interest rates.

Private student loan rates tumble as October begins

October 15, 2021 10:58am EDT

The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.

Best personal loans for veterans and military members

October 15, 2021 10:38am EDT

Looking for a personal loan to address your financial needs? Learn more about personal veteran loans and other resources for veterans.

Teachers union reaches 'landmark settlement' in student loan forgiveness lawsuit against Betsy Devos

October 14, 2021 1:24pm EDT

The settlement reached in the Weingarten v. Devos lawsuit will hold the Education Department responsible for changes to the PSLF program. It also discharged nearly $400,000 worth of student loans for the 8 plaintiffs involved.

Best day of the week to refinance: 3 key mortgage refinance rates slip lower | Oct. 14, 2021

October 14, 2021 1:13pm EDT

Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Oct. 14, 2021, which are largely down from yesterday.

30-year mortgage rates crawl back below 3% for first time this week | Oct. 14, 2021

October 14, 2021 1:03pm EDT

Check out the mortgage rates for Oct. 14, 2021, which are trending down for two terms from yesterday.

Home prices hit new high in August: report - How homeowners can take advantage of rising values

October 14, 2021 12:41pm EDT

Home prices rose at another all-time high rate of increase in August - here's what homeowners can do.

5-year personal loan rates plummet to lowest point in 7 weeks as 3-year rates climb

October 13, 2021 6:13pm EDT

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

17 questions to ask your Realtor when buying your first home

October 13, 2021 5:36pm EDT

A real estate agent can be a great source of information when you’re buying your first home.

FAFSA misunderstood by majority of students, study says: What to know about the federal aid application

October 13, 2021 4:41pm EDT

FAFSA is misunderstood by many students, who are missing out on free money to fund their college education. Here's everything you need to know.

3 key mortgage rates hold the line, 1 edges up: Act now for savings | Oct. 13, 2021

October 13, 2021 10:04am EDT

Check out the mortgage rates for Oct. 13, 2021, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.

Shorter-term mortgage refinance rates creep up, but still in bargain territory | Oct. 13, 2021

October 13, 2021 9:48am EDT

Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Oct. 13, 2021, which are mixed from yesterday.

Ilhan Omar, AOC, other progressive lawmakers press Biden to release student loan forgiveness memo

October 13, 2021 9:40am EDT

Progressive Democrats are urging the Department of Education to release a memo about the president's authority to enact a widespread federal student loan discharge.

How to get out of a real estate agent contract

October 12, 2021 11:51am EDT

Getting out of a contract with a Realtor or real estate agent is possible but can lead to early termination fees. Here’s what you need to know.

Some consumers to spend more post-pandemic, including on home improvements, survey finds

October 12, 2021 11:46am EDT

More than a quarter of Americans who plan to increase their post-pandemic spending want to take on a home improvement project, according to a new survey. Here are some ways to pay for renovations.