Initial Unemployment Claims Fall to Pandemic-Era Low

The number of people initiating claims for unemployment benefits fell below 700,000 for the first time in a year last week, an encouraging breakthrough.

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Stimulus Checks Sure Are Stimulating, BofA Says

A surge in credit and debit card usage shows the latest stimulus checks are working, Bank of America said Thursday—so much so that the economy should soar even higher.

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COVID-19 and Taxes: Will Your Refund Be Impacted?

The coronavirus pandemic has caused significant challenges for many Americans. Here's what you need to know and how it may affect your tax refund.

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Card Rewards for Mother Earth, Golden AARP Offers, and Capital One 'Vaxication' Boom Prep

This week, our credit card lowdown details a new climate change-fighting rewards card, golden AARP card options, a Capital One travel portal reboot, and other news you may have missed.

Afraid to Talk About Your Parent's Estate Plan? Here Are Some Tips

Life can change in the blink of an eye. Though the dialogue can be a tough one, it's never too early for adults to talk to their parents about estate planning.

Some Homebuyers Would Fold If Mortgage Rates Go Higher

10% - That's the percentage of people who would cancel plans to buy a home if mortgage rates exceed the pre-pandemic level of 3.5%.

9 Things Your Financial To-Do-List Should Include

Don't let your personal finances fall to the wayside. To help keep your personal finances on track, we've compiled your annual financial to-do list.

The Easy Way to Calculate Your Modified Adjusted Gross Income

Your modified adjusted gross income, or MAGI, determines whether you can deduct IRA contributions and tuition and fees. Learn how to calculate it.

How Your Student Loan Balance Impacts Your Ability to Get an FHA Loan

Student loans can affect your eligibility for an FHA mortgage in ways you might not expect. Learn about FHA mortgage rules for student debt and how they affect you.