Unemployment claims remain high at 712,000 as COVID-19 pandemic escalates
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell last week to a still-high 712,000, the latest sign that the U.S. economy and job market remain under stress from the intensified viral outbreak.
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell last week to a still-high 712,000, the latest sign that the U.S. economy and job market remain under stress from the intensified viral outbreak.
5 common credit card mistakes and how to avoid them
Americans embrace their credit cards – but the plastic problems are stacking up.
Americans embrace their credit cards – but the plastic problems are stacking up.
3 ways to get cheaper car insurance rates
Asking your current insurer for a better car insurance rate isn't always going to save you money, but you could find out about discounts -- and shopping around can definitely save you money on your insurance.
Asking your current insurer for a better car insurance rate isn't always going to save you money, but you could find out about discounts -- and shopping around can definitely save you money on your insurance.
Interest rate on your high-yield savings account dropping? Don’t panic!
High-yield savings accounts pay much higher interest than traditional savings accounts. But even though rates are low, your money won’t lose much value overtime.
High-yield savings accounts pay much higher interest than traditional savings accounts. But even though rates are low, your money won’t lose much value overtime.
How to manage your personal loans more effectively
Personal loans make it easy to borrow but it's important to plan for paying them back.
Personal loans make it easy to borrow but it's important to plan for paying them back.
McConnell says 'no reason' coronavirus relief shouldn't pass by year's end
Lawmakers have just weeks to reach terms on an agreement before Congress adjourns for the year on Dec. 21.
Lawmakers have just weeks to reach terms on an agreement before Congress adjourns for the year on Dec. 21.
Should you renew your travel credit card for 2021?
Travel credit cards can still be useful even when travel plans get sidelined.
Travel credit cards can still be useful even when travel plans get sidelined.
5 ways to get the best student loan refinance rates
Compare your student loan refinance rate options to get the lowest one.
Compare your student loan refinance rate options to get the lowest one.
Absent new stimulus, wealthy pay off credit cards, while others dive deeper into debt
Credit cards reveal yet another example of the “K-shaped recovery” wherein high earners are recuperating, or even increasing their wealth during the economic downturn, and lower income earners are flailing.
Credit cards reveal yet another example of the “K-shaped recovery” wherein high earners are recuperating, or even increasing their wealth during the economic downturn, and lower income earners are flailing.
Democrats call for student loan forgiveness but GOP wary
CrossFit coach Amanda Deller has something weighing her down: a $600 per month payment on her student loan. She hopes that Washington will help her and other borrowers.
CrossFit coach Amanda Deller has something weighing her down: a $600 per month payment on her student loan. She hopes that Washington will help her and other borrowers.
Unemployment claims rise to 778,000 as COVID-19 pandemic worsens
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose last week to 778,000, evidence that the U.S. economy and job market remain under strain as coronavirus cases surge and colder weather heighten the risks.
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose last week to 778,000, evidence that the U.S. economy and job market remain under strain as coronavirus cases surge and colder weather heighten the risks.
5 times to contact your car insurance agency
Not sure when to call your insurer? This guide can help.
Not sure when to call your insurer? This guide can help.
Here’s why drivers should get comprehensive car insurance
Comprehensive auto insurance can be a good idea for drivers, if drivers understand how this insurance works.
Comprehensive auto insurance can be a good idea for drivers, if drivers understand how this insurance works.
Economists urge Congress to send out second round of $1,200 stimulus checks
A group of more than 125 economists is calling on Congress to send out more direct cash payments to American families to help them weather the coronavirus pandemic and subsequent economic downturn.
A group of more than 125 economists is calling on Congress to send out more direct cash payments to American families to help them weather the coronavirus pandemic and subsequent economic downturn.
5 student loan refinancing mistakes to avoid
Refinancing a student loan can help curb payments – if you avoid these unforced errors.
Refinancing a student loan can help curb payments – if you avoid these unforced errors.
Average FICO credit scores hit record highs — 5 things you should do
Improving your credit score starts with developing good financial habits.
Improving your credit score starts with developing good financial habits.
Do you need homeowners insurance?
There is no law requiring you to buy homeowner’s insurance. However, to qualify for a mortgage, your lender will likely require it. To protect your assets in case of a burglary, natural disaster, fire, and to ensure you can pay for a visitor’s medical expenses in case of an accident, you need homeowner’s insurance.
There is no law requiring you to buy homeowner’s insurance. However, to qualify for a mortgage, your lender will likely require it. To protect your assets in case of a burglary, natural disaster, fire, and to ensure you can pay for a visitor’s medical expenses in case of an accident, you need homeowner’s insurance.
How to make money using a high-yield savings account
High-yield savings accounts offer higher APYs than most traditional savings accounts or money market accounts.
High-yield savings accounts offer higher APYs than most traditional savings accounts or money market accounts.
This is the best way to lower your car insurance costs
You may be able to get a better rate from another provider.
You may be able to get a better rate from another provider.
Selling your car? 5 ways to use the proceeds
Look for opportunities to use the cash to improve your financial security.
Look for opportunities to use the cash to improve your financial security.