Coronavirus and Your Money

Get advice and stay informed on how COVID-19 could impact your finances.

Essential Reading

States with the most credit card debt

Credit card balances hit $841 billion in the first three months of 2022.

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Best ways to turn coins into cash

Coins sitting around in an overloaded jar could be put to better use. Here’s how.

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How to start an emergency fund

An emergency fund is an essential part of a solid financial plan.

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Taxes in 2022: What to know

Experts say taxpayers should file quickly and start early — but don’t sacrifice accuracy.

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News and Analysis

Calendar: What’s driving mortgage rates the week of July 18-22, 2022?

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Average credit card debt in the U.S.

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Housing Heat Index: Which state real estate markets are doing the best, worst during the pandemic boom?

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Calendar: What’s driving mortgage rates the week of June 20-24, 2022?

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How to turn your coins into cash

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Banking

5 reasons to add beneficiaries to your accounts right now

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Mortgages

Real estate boom hurts housing affordability: The 5 most and least affordable metro areas

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Mortgages

Mortgage borrowers’ credit scores dip from record highs

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Latest News

Calendar: What’s driving mortgage rates the week of July 18-22, 2022?

A home sales report will be released Wednesday.

1 min read Jul 18, 2022
Should you be refinancing your student loans now?

Student loan relief lasts through Aug. 31, but some borrowers may want to refinance.

3 min read Jul 13, 2022
How to manage private student loan payments without federal COVID-19 forbearance

Even if you don’t qualify for forbearance, there are ways to make payments easier.

3 min read Jul 07, 2022
Average credit card debt in the U.S.

Credit card balances hit $841 billion in the first three months of 2022.

4 min read Jun 30, 2022
Housing Heat Index: Which state real estate markets are doing the best, worst during the pandemic boom?

Utah and Arizona rank atop Bankrate’s Housing Heat Index. Louisiana is at the bottom.

4 min read Jun 29, 2022
Calendar: What’s driving mortgage rates the week of June 20-24, 2022?

A closely watched report about home sales is out this week.

1 min read Jun 20, 2022
The state of the college grad job market in 2022

Recent college grads are facing a booming job market but high inflation.

7 min read Jun 06, 2022
How to turn your coins into cash

Coins sitting around in an overloaded jar could be put to better use. Here’s how.

2 min read May 31, 2022
5 reasons to add beneficiaries to your accounts right now

Naming a beneficiary can often avoid untold problems and complications later.

4 min read May 27, 2022
Real estate boom hurts housing affordability: The 5 most and least affordable metro areas

With steep home prices, California metro areas are the nation’s least affordable.

3 min read May 16, 2022