The Federal Reserve and your money
The U.S. central bank is hiking rates at the fastest pace in decades, impacting how much you pay to borrow and how much you earn when you save. Get advice and stay informed on what to do with your wallet.
The Fed's impact on your wallet
How the Fed affects savings rates
For savers, here’s what to consider when the Fed raises interest rates.
The Fed and credit card rates
The Fed will likely hike its interest rate 50 basis points in May and credit card-holders are likely to feel the impact as it filters down and card rates rise.
How Fed rates impact student loans
Some borrowers may want to pay attention to the Fed’s rate adjustments.
Essential reading
What is the Federal Reserve’s balance sheet?
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A widely watched housing report comes out Thursday.
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Calendar: What’s driving mortgage rates the week of May 9-13, 2022
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Most savings accounts still come with limits on withdrawals even after Regulation D lifted them
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How the Fed affects auto loan rates
The Fed rate has a domino effect that can raise or lower auto loan rates.
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How the Federal Reserve affects ARMs, HELOCs and home equity loans
If you have a home equity loan or variable mortgage, pay attention to the Fed.
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How the Federal Reserve affects mortgage rates
The central bank recently hiked its key rate.
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Federal Reserve raises interest rates by a half point to fight soaring inflation
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Fed’s interest rate history: A look at the fed funds rate from the 1980s to the present
The key benchmark has been as high as 20 percent — and as low as 0 percent.
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