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Mortgages Jun 02

What is a no-closing-cost mortgage?

You can find these loans at many lenders, but think hard before taking the deal.

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Mortgages May 30

Fed will keep interest rates low

Chairman Powell and his fellow Fed policymakers are keeping a key rate near zero.

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Mortgages May 30

Mortgage loan denied in underwriting?

If you don’t know what you did wrong, you’re doomed to repeat it.

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Mortgages May 30

How to get pre-approved for a mortgage

Getting pre-approved for a mortgage shows both the seller and the real estate agent will that you're a serious buyer.

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Insurance May 23

How latest technology can reduce your insurance

Some digital devices can save us real money — as if we needed another reason to love them

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Managing Money May 21

Amazon Prime vs. the New Walmart+

See how Walmart's new subscription service stacks up against its rival's.

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Life Jan 04

The worst NFL stadiums, ranked

These are the pro football fields that most often have fans crying foul.

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Mortgages Jun 14

What is an FHA loan?

With an FHA loan, you can become a homeowner without perfect credit or high income.

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Taxes Apr 12

What is the Saver’s Credit?

If you contributed to a retirement account, you may be eligible for this often overlooked tax credit.

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Investing Mar 29

Warren Buffett on why he hates Bitcoin

The Oracle of Omaha never saw a future in cryptocurrency.

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Mortgages Feb 09

Should you pay off your mortgage or invest?

If you have extra disposable income, here's how to make the right choice for it.

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Mortgages Feb 09

6 types of mortgage loans for homebuyers

Fixed-rate mortgage? FHA loan? Here's how to navigate the types of mortgage loans available.

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Managing Money Dec 13

What is debt consolidation?

Consolidating your debts could help you pay less in interest on your loans.

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Managing Money Jul 19

Why do employers check credit?

Don't let your less-than-perfect credit stand in the way of your dream job.

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Managing Money Jun 27

18 ways to boost your income

Need more money? Here are some simple strategies you can try right now.

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Managing Money Apr 16

How to save for a house

Nobody said this would be easy, but here are a few tips to make saving simpler.

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Loans Jan 27

Student Loan Scams in 2022

The government is giving borrowers a break — but scam artists are not.

Stressed woman with hands over face looking down at papers on desk, getting audited

Taxes Feb 12

12 red flags that could lead to an IRS audit

IRS audit flags can stem from things you do — or don't do — when filing your tax return.

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Insurance Feb 05

Car Thefts Surged to a 10-Year High in 2020

Protect yourself without breaking the bank.

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Taxes Feb 01

10 Tax Deductions You Can't Claim this Year

Trump's tax law saw the standard deduction rise as many write-offs were eliminated.

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Managing Money Jan 26

Credit Scores Could Factor In Web History

The inclusion of personal browsing data in credit reports could be the way of the future.

Chrissy Teigen and John Legend at the Vanity Fair Oscars party, Feb. 9, 2020.

Life Jan 22

How Celebrities Use Mortgages to Build Wealth (and You Can, Too)

A home loan is a powerful financial tool, even if you have the cash to pay outright.

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News Jan 21

Veteran Homebuyers Flock to Cheaper ZIP Codes

As home prices rise, service members and veterans are on a mission to find affordability.

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Mortgages Jan 12

0% Mortgages Have Arrived in Europe — Could That Happen Here?

What if your mortgage lender charged no interest? It's going on in Denmark.

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Insurance Jan 08

Life Insurance Sales Are Surging — but Most Buyers Make This Huge Mistake

As sales skyrocket amid the pandemic, many people are overpaying.

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