Coronavirus and Your Money
Get advice and stay informed on how COVID-19 could impact your finances.
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7 ways to recession-proof your finances
Consumers should prepare for recessions even when the economy is strong.
8 min read Apr 07, 2022 -
6 ways buyers can compete in an intense seller’s market
The inventory shortage has added difficulty and drama to the homebuying process.
5 min read Apr 05, 2022 -
2022 second-quarter housing trends: Rising rates complicate spring homebuying
The spring homebuying season promises to be competitive, as buyers jockey over a still-limited number of listings.
3 min read Apr 01, 2022 -
How to start (and build) an emergency fund
An emergency fund is an essential part of a solid financial plan.
4 min read Mar 24, 2022 -
How is the U.S. economy doing? With inflation hitting 40-year highs, watch these 4 key areas
There’s no telling when inflation will slow down.
8 min read Mar 24, 2022 -
Federal Reserve raises interest rates for first time since 2018
The move marks an end to the Fed’s most aggressive economic rescue effort in history.
8 min read Mar 16, 2022 -
Travel stocks: Ready for a ‘revenge’ rebound or stymied by sky-high inflation?
While many stocks bounced off their pandemic-era lows, the businesses have yet to follow suit.
7 min read Mar 02, 2022 -
Filing your taxes soon? Here’s how COVID-19 relief could affect what you owe
The coronavirus pandemic is making this year’s tax season complex.
7 min read Mar 02, 2022 -
Competition is hot. Can you waive a home inspection 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 Feb 28, 2022 -
Spring homebuying season kicks off with tight inventory, posing challenges for buyers
“Buyers are absolutely in this sprint to get to the front of the line,” RE/MAX CEO Nick Bailey says.
5 min read Feb 28, 2022
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