Essential Reading
How to start an emergency fund
An emergency fund is an essential part of a solid financial plan.
Mortgage news this week
Rising mortgage rates mostly won’t affect existing loans, and how to spot a poorly-constructed house.
Biden eyes Child Tax Credit change
The bill proposes making the credit permanently fully refundable. Here’s what to know.
How to use Recovery Rebate Credit
Those taxpayers could potentially see thousands of extra dollars when they file for the Recovery Rebate Credit.
News and Analysis
Latest News
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National renter eviction moratorium illegal, federal judge rules
The CDC’s eviction moratorium had been set to end in June.
1 min read May 05, 2021
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Lumber prices are sky high — Here’s what it means for homeowners and homebuyers
Lumber prices spike, pressuring home renovation and new home costs.
2 min read May 04, 2021
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Mortgage and real estate news this week: Housing crash worries, COVID relief, ARMs
Rising mortgage rates mostly won’t affect existing loans, and how to spot a poorly-constructed house.
1 min read May 01, 2021
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6 ways to manage financial stress during trying times
Financial uncertainty is stressful, but there are some actions you can take to make it less so.
4 min read Apr 30, 2021
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Biden’s proposed Child Tax Credit extension: See if you’d qualify for the ramped-up credit
The bill proposes making the credit permanently fully refundable. Here’s what to know.
3 min read Apr 29, 2021
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Fed sticks with zero interest rates, even as inflation concerns mount
The Fed’s patience could be challenged as the U.S. economy comes roaring back to life.
6 min read Apr 28, 2021
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Homeowners and renters: Tons of COVID-19 relief money available, but it’s hard to get
The pandemic has upended many people’s finances. Getting the housing relief you’re entitled to could be just another complication.
3 min read Apr 27, 2021
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Still missing your coronavirus stimulus check? Here’s what you should do
Those taxpayers could potentially see thousands of extra dollars when they file for the Recovery Rebate Credit.
7 min read Apr 26, 2021
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Weekly mortgage Q&A: Cities bouncing back, tips for exiting forbearance
Dan Holtz of Sovereign Lending Group on urban areas regaining popularity and what to do when forbearance ends.
4 min read Apr 26, 2021
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As mortgage rates rise, points become more popular
Want an even lower mortgage rate? Get out your checkbook and buy some points.
3 min read Apr 20, 2021