Today’s best mortgage deal? 20-year rates are the lowest available at 6 percent | Jan. 12, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for Jan. 12, 2023, which are down from Tuesday.
Secure 2.0 Act helps savers nearing retirement boost catch-up contributions
The Secure 2.0 Act of 2022 – a follow-up to the 2019 Secure Act – allows for an increase in "catch-up" contributions for people nearing retirement.
Biden administration unveils defense of student loan forgiveness plan at Supreme Court
The Biden administration launched its defense of its student loan forgiveness plan before the Supreme Court. Here’s how to lower your student loan monthly payments.
New IRS tax brackets take effect in 2023, meaning your paycheck could be bigger
Tax brackets are to shift higher by 7% this year.
Personal loan origination fees: Are they worth the cost?
A personal loan origination fee is paid upfront when you take out a loan. If you’re wondering if origination fees are worth the cost, here’s what you should know.
Secure 2.0 Act will help Americans build emergency savings: Here's how
Beginning in 2024, sponsors of individual account plans can create "emergency savings accounts" that allow employees to make Roth after-tax contributions to special savings account within the retirement plan.
Paying off debt is top priority for many consumers in 2023: survey
Seventy-four percent of respondents said that cost of living increases impacted their spending decisions for 2023. However, 36% said they still planned to prioritize paying off debt.
Secure 2.0 Act: Student loan payments will count toward 401(K) matching contributions
The Secure Act 2.0 will let companies make 401(k) employer matches based on employees’ qualified student loan payments, beginning in 2024. Here’s how to pay down student loan debt quickly.
How to get a personal loan
If you’re wondering how to get a personal loan to consolidate debt or to fund a large expense, here’s what you need to know.
Most homebuyers don't shop for mortgages: Zillow
Nearly half (46%) of would-be buyers applying for a mortgage only submitted one application, which put them at risk of missing out on significant savings throughout their mortgage, a survey said.
Inflation, market volatility pushes most Americans to set money goals in 2023: report
Many Americans are looking to improve their finances, and are planning ahead for 2023. Here's what you can do to achieve your financial goals.
Nearly half of workers don't have a 401(k): Here's how you can start saving
Nearly half of private sector workers don’t have access to a 401(k) at work, but you can open an IRA and take other steps to save for retirement.
New year's financial resolutions: Americans plan to take caution in 2023
New Year’s financial resolutions include saving more money and paying down debt, according to a survey by Fidelity Investments. Here’s how to keep your finances on track in 2023.
Where to get a $40K personal loan
A $40,000 personal loan can be used for a variety of expenses, but remember that your credit history and other factors will impact your overall loan costs.
Where to get a $15,000 personal loan
You can find $15,000 personal loans through many online lenders, banks and credit unions. But to get the best deal, it pays to compare multiple offers.
Americans’ personal savings rate nears all-time low, economic analysis shows
According to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, the personal saving rate dropped to 2.3%.
US gas prices to end the year with steady decline: AAA
After nearly two months of declining, gas prices have now dipped below $3 in at least 20 states, AAA said.
Today’s 20-year mortgage rates offer best money-saving opportunity | Dec. 21, 2022
Check out the mortgage rates for Dec. 21, 2022, which are up from yesterday.
Many parents fear inflation's impact on college savings, survey says
Inflation and higher costs have many parents concerned if they can afford their children's college tuition, a recent survey said.
Where to get a $10,000 personal loan
Here’s what you need to know about borrowing a $10,000 personal loan, how much it will cost, and how to find the best repayment terms.