Average long-term US mortgage rate hovers near 7%
The average 30-year fixed loan was 7.08% this week, according to Bankrate’s latest survey of large lenders. Here’s what a monthly mortgage payment at the current rate would look like.
The average 30-year fixed loan was 7.08% this week, according to Bankrate’s latest survey of large lenders. Here’s what a monthly mortgage payment at the current rate would look like.
Student loan forgiveness: Biden announces another round of relief under SAVE plan
Another 206,000 student loan borrowers are getting relief from the SAVE plan, the Biden administration said. Here’s what to know.
Another 206,000 student loan borrowers are getting relief from the SAVE plan, the Biden administration said. Here’s what to know.
Gas, housing and car insurance costs soar, fueling inflation in March
Shelter, gas and car insurance costs weighed heavily on consumer expenses, contributing to over half of the monthly increase in March, according to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Shelter, gas and car insurance costs weighed heavily on consumer expenses, contributing to over half of the monthly increase in March, according to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
President Biden announces new student loan forgiveness plans that could benefit 23 million Americans
23 million borrowers could see accrued interest removed from their bills, and millions more could see partial or total forgiveness under Biden's new plan.
23 million borrowers could see accrued interest removed from their bills, and millions more could see partial or total forgiveness under Biden's new plan.
Free electronic tax filing for Minnesotans could be provided by state soon
Stressing over your tax returns? Lawmakers are considering the creation of a free electronic tax filing system that would be available for Minnesotans in the future.
Stressing over your tax returns? Lawmakers are considering the creation of a free electronic tax filing system that would be available for Minnesotans in the future.
New construction remains popular as existing home listings continue to lag
This year, Americans will be looking to take advantage of an improving car buying market and to save for emergencies.
This year, Americans will be looking to take advantage of an improving car buying market and to save for emergencies.
A top goal of Americans is to buy a new car, build emergency savings: study
This year, Americans will be looking to take advantage of an improving car buying market and to save for emergencies.
This year, Americans will be looking to take advantage of an improving car buying market and to save for emergencies.
USPS proposes raising stamp prices again
The U.S. Postal Service is proposing another increase in stamp prices.
The U.S. Postal Service is proposing another increase in stamp prices.
Students of all political views believe government should help with student loan debt
Students dealing with high student loan debt want government support, no matter their political affiliation.
Students dealing with high student loan debt want government support, no matter their political affiliation.
Homes listed in June often sell for more than usual, a Zillow study reveals
June is one of the best months for home sellers who often sell their homes for 2.3% more than in other months.
June is one of the best months for home sellers who often sell their homes for 2.3% more than in other months.
America's top 1% has total net worth of $44 trillion
Recent Federal Reserve data reveals that America's wealthiest 1%, with assets exceeding $11 million, amassed a record $44.6 trillion in wealth by the end of the fourth quarter of 2023, with fluctuations observed based on geographical location.
Recent Federal Reserve data reveals that America's wealthiest 1%, with assets exceeding $11 million, amassed a record $44.6 trillion in wealth by the end of the fourth quarter of 2023, with fluctuations observed based on geographical location.
Student loan forgiveness: What to know about Biden’s latest cancellation proposal
Biden shared a student loan forgiveness proposal on Monday that would cancel at least some debt for more than 30 million U.S. borrowers.
Biden shared a student loan forgiveness proposal on Monday that would cancel at least some debt for more than 30 million U.S. borrowers.
Comic featuring Superman’s first appearance sells for record $6 million
An original print version of the comic book was sold at an auction last week, shattering a record held by another comic which sold for over $3 million in 2021.
An original print version of the comic book was sold at an auction last week, shattering a record held by another comic which sold for over $3 million in 2021.
Americans are still craving connection post-pandemic. The eclipse is creating that moment for us.
Millions of Americans are eager to socialize and make this eclipse a special moment – which includes splurging on the day, data shows.
Millions of Americans are eager to socialize and make this eclipse a special moment – which includes splurging on the day, data shows.
Powerball drawing held after delay: See the winning numbers
The Powerball drawing was held early Sunday after a delay, with one ticket in Oregon winning the $1.3 billion jackpot.
The Powerball drawing was held early Sunday after a delay, with one ticket in Oregon winning the $1.3 billion jackpot.
Republican states file suit to stop Biden's SAVE student loan repayment plan
The Kansas-led lawsuit seeks to halt the SAVE plan immediately, arguing that the U.S. Department of Education has no authority to alter student loan repayment plans, essentially canceling more than $156 million in student loan debt.
The Kansas-led lawsuit seeks to halt the SAVE plan immediately, arguing that the U.S. Department of Education has no authority to alter student loan repayment plans, essentially canceling more than $156 million in student loan debt.
Forbes’ billionaires list 2024: More of them than ever, and US has the most
Forbes’ billionaires list 2024 includes several famous faces from the United States.
Forbes’ billionaires list 2024 includes several famous faces from the United States.
Retirement savings 'magic number' surges to new high for Americans
The "magic number" that Americans believe they need to retire comfortably has jumped to an all-time high, according to a new study by Northwestern Mutual.
The "magic number" that Americans believe they need to retire comfortably has jumped to an all-time high, according to a new study by Northwestern Mutual.
The 5 cheapest and 5 priciest states to buy a home in 2024, according to study
Aspiring homeowners need to earn a six-figure salary to afford a typical home in 22 states in 2024, according to a new analysis by Bankrate.
Aspiring homeowners need to earn a six-figure salary to afford a typical home in 22 states in 2024, according to a new analysis by Bankrate.
$40 billion of COVID-19 aid unlocked to build affordable housing
Treasury is relaxing access to COVID-19 aid to build affordable housing and expand eligibility for homes.
Treasury is relaxing access to COVID-19 aid to build affordable housing and expand eligibility for homes.