Coronavirus and Your Money

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

Essential Reading

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.

4 min read

Taxes in 2022: What to know

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

7 min read

Guide to hotel cancellations

Many hotel brands offer cancellations and changes without penalty, and some allow elite status member extensions.

7 min read

News and Analysis

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

2 min read

5 reasons to add beneficiaries to your accounts right now

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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

2 min read

Real Estate

Considering a long-distance move? Read this first

3 min read

Credit Cards

Guide to refunds and elite status during coronavirus

8 min read

Latest News

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