The average interest rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage ended the week at 3.434%, 0.026 percentage points higher than on Monday. Most other loan categories also saw higher rates in […]
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Back to news homeThe 7 Best Credit Repair Companies of October 2021
Credit report mistakes are much more common than you might think. And, while you can remove inaccurate information from your credit report yourself, the process is often frustrating and time-consuming. […]
9 Best VA Loan Lenders of October 2021
A VA mortgage loan is a military benefit that doesn’t require a down payment or mortgage insurance. However, your credit score and credit history may still affect whether a lender […]
The Surprisingly Simple Reason Even Investors Who Pick Great Stocks Don’t Beat the Market
The U.S. stock market has surged in the past 18 months, fueled in part by FOMO (a fear of missing out) among investors. While investors can be impulsive when buying […]
What if Federal Student Loan Interest Rates Just Stayed at 0% Forever?
Federal student loan borrowers won’t have had to pay a dime of interest on their debt for nearly two years by the time the pandemic-era forbearance period ends in February. […]
7 Steps to Improve Your Credit Score Right Now
One of the first steps you should take on the road to financial strength is to check your credit score and identify ways to improve it. Having a good score […]
Mortgage Rates Are On The Rise Today | September 22, 2021
The average rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage increased to 3.251% today, up slightly from yesterday. The rate for a 30-year refinance was also higher today, moving up to 3.386%. […]
Paying Your Rent on Time Can Now Help You Qualify for a Mortgage
Renters who pay their landlords on time may start finding it easier to get a mortgage. Last weekend, federally-backed home loan investor Fannie Mae introduced a tool that allows lenders […]
Netflix Is Testing a Free Streaming Plan — But It’s Not for U.S. Customers
Netflix may have gotten rid of its free trials, but right now the streaming service is offering a 100% free subscription plan — if you happen to live in Kenya. […]
