Essential Reading
Adult dependents can claim stimulus
For the first time, adult dependents are eligible for a coronavirus stimulus check.
Understanding rising mortgage rates
Homebuyers and refinancers still have a lot of runway to secure a great deal in 2021.
Track your stimulus payment
Has your $1,400 stimulus payment arrived yet? Here’s how to check the status.
What to do with stimulus checks
These are tough times. But thoughtful choices can stretch the dollars you get.
News and Analysis
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Top 10 mortgage lenders of 2020
Non-bank lenders are growing fast in a banner year for the mortgage market.
2 min read Apr 16, 2021
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With low mortgage rates, 13 million homeowners can benefit from refinance
How to cut your monthly mortgage payment with a refinance.
2 min read Apr 15, 2021
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Student loans during the coronavirus crisis
Both the federal government and private lenders are offering relief measures.
7 min read Apr 14, 2021
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Survey: More than 6 in 10 Americans say $1,400 stimulus checks won’t last three full months
Most plan to spend their stimulus funds on necessities, not on shopping, dining or traveling.
7 min read Apr 14, 2021
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Working remotely? Some cities, states will pay you to move in
Amid a wave of migration, some cities and states pay bounties of up to $15,000 to lure remote workers.
5 min read Apr 13, 2021
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How to waive a home inspection contingency without getting burned
Even if you waive the contingency, you can still back out of the deal if there are severe defects.
4 min read Apr 08, 2021
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Survey: More Americans say pandemic has delayed financial milestones
The pandemic has folks putting off major financial decisions, like homebuying.
3 min read Apr 07, 2021
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Mortgage foreclosure ban until 2022 proposed by federal regulator
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau wants to delay foreclosures until 2022.
2 min read Apr 05, 2021
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How does the coronavirus crisis affect HELOCs?
Here’s what to do if you have a HELOC or have considered applying.
2 min read Apr 02, 2021
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Stimulus checks: Here’s how Social Security recipients and other non-filers can claim their $1,400 payment
Individuals exempt from filing a tax return could be days away from receiving their payment.
5 min read Apr 02, 2021