Americans shopping for auto insurance to save money, TransUnion report

While auto insurance shopping is down overall, more Americans are looking for new insurance in order to reduce costs, rather than as a result of a car purchase, TransUnion’s report showed.

Household debt surpasses $16.5T in Q3 amid inflation, rising demand: NY Fed report

Total household debt increased by more than $300 billion across credit cards, mortgages and more in the second quarter of 2022, according to the latest New York Fed report. Here's what you can do if you're struggling with debt.

Judge extends federal student loan forgiveness block

A federal appeals court extended its block on President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan. Here's what that means for you.

Mortgage rates rise as Fed fights inflation: Freddie Mac

Rates for the 30-year mortgage increased again after a slight dip the week before following the Federal Reserve's recent announcement that it was raising rates again, according to Freddie Mac.

Fannie Mae's new rent reporting program helps renters build credit

Fannie Mae introduced a new rent reporting program that will allow renters to build credit and could open a path to homeownership.

Student loan refund checks on their way to millions: Here's what to do if you don't benefit

As Biden’s student loan forgiveness program faces legal battles, refund checks are being sent to borrowers who paid down their loans during the pandemic payment pause.

Housing market will lead us into a recession, and will lead us out: MBA forecast

While the housing market could bring the economy into a recession next year, it could also bring it out, economists at the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) conference said.

Biden administration relaxes rules for student debt forgiveness

Education Secretary Miguel Cardona called it a “monumental step" that will make it faster and simpler to get debt relief.

Home price growth slips in August for fourth consecutive month: CoreLogic

Annual home price growth slowed in August for the fourth consecutive month, but still posted double-digit gains, according to CoreLogic. Here's how to tap into your equity gains.

Social Security increase 2023: What does it mean for retirees?

Social Security recipients will see the largest benefits increase in 40 years in 2023. Here’s what that means for your retirement savings plan.

FHFA to eliminate G-fees for some homebuyers

At the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) conference on Monday, the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) announced the elimination of added mortgage fees for some borrowers. Here's what that means for you.

Fed says inflation concerns remain, will continue raising rates

The Federal Reserve's September meeting minutes revealed that it's prepared to continue raising interest rates in the coming months but has its eye on the state of the current economy.