Inflation ticks up again in April, puts interest rate hikes back on the table
The Consumer Price Index (CPI), a measure of inflation, rose 4.9% year-over-year in April, a slowdown from the 5% increase in March, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Auto insurers plan further rate increases this year – Here's how you can get costs under control
Progressive and Allstate have already signaled that they plan to keep increasing their auto insurance rates this year.
Inflation and interest rate hikes are negatively impacting Americans' financial well-being: survey
Inflation and interest rate hikes have negatively impacted Americans' financial well-being and many have made no progress in saving for retirement or building emergency funds, according to a survey by Morning Consult. Here’s what you need to know.
Gas prices drop amid recession fears, pre-summer lull: AAA
Gas prices decreased last week, but rising interest rates have raised concerns of a recession, according to AAA.
Fed doubles down on the fight against inflation, raises rates another 25 basis points
The Federal Reserve announced another 25 basis point interest rate increase bringing the federal funds rate to a targeted range of 5% to 5.25%, the highest level in 15 years.
Here’s why consumers' credit scores got a boost in March: Report
Consumer credit scores increased from last year to an average of 701, and the percentage of consumers scored in the subprime credit
Bank deposits fell by more than $76 billion
Bank deposits fell by $76.2 billion in April, following the highly publicized closures of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) and other tech-focused financial institutions. Moreover, high interest rates continue to put pressure on both banks and consumers.
Biden asks student loan companies to prepare for end to payment pause
The Education Department has notified student loan servicers to prepare for an end to the COVID-19 student loan payment pause.
Gas prices dip, offering consumers some relief at the pump: AAA
The national average cost for a gallon of gas dropped by five cents from last week to $3.68, reflecting a dip in oil prices, AAA said.
Knowing how insurance rates are calculated could save drivers money: survey
Roughly 80% of American drivers surveyed can't identify the factors used to determine car insurance rate, a survey by the Zebra said. This knowledge gap could be costing them on their auto insurance premiums.
These are the cities you can earn six figures in and still be broke
A new study found that in 16 of the 100 largest U.S. metros, a family of three earning a $100,000 annual income would spend more on the basics than what they earn. California cities made up half of the list.
Supreme Court allows $6 billion in payments to continue in student loan relief case
The Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) has declined to block a $6 billion student loan settlement involving more than 200,000 students who accused their schools of fraudulent activity. But not all borrowers qualify for relief. Here’s what you need to know.
What happens when you close a credit card?
Some aspects of a person's credit score will be affected immediately upon closing an account.
Today's best mortgage rate? 15-year terms remain steady at 5.625 percent | April 24, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for April 24, 2023, which are mixed from last Friday.
Mortgage rates rise, add to affordability issues
The average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate increased to 6.39%. Higher rates and low housing supply is putting affordability constraints on would-be homebuyers. But there are still ways to find the best rate.
Home price growth continues to slow down: Fannie Mae
Home prices increased by 4.7% year-over-year in Q1 2023. However, that marked a significant slowdown from annual growth in the previous quarter. Still, low home supply and high mortgage rates have raised affordability issues for potential home buyers. Here’s what you need to know.
Negative car equity is rising: Here's how you can avoid owing more than your car is worth
The average negative equity value of auto trade-ins was $5,341 in the fourth quarter of 2022, up 29% from the previous year, according to Edmunds.
Seniors to get moderate cost of living bump in Social Security payments next year
The Social Security Administration announced 2025's cost of living adjustment (COLA) to Social Security checks.
Gas prices pump higher as the cost of oil rises: AAA
Gas prices increased by nine cents to $3.64 per gallon as oil prices rise. And although gas prices have dropped year-over-year, Americans have been facing high inflation in 2023.
Biden declares COVID-19 emergency over, but homeowners still have time to file for forbearance, FHA says
COVID-19 forbearance expired at the same time as the COVID-19 national emergency was officially declared over. It has now been extended until May 31, 2023, the FHA said.