Things You Need to Know Before Getting a Mortgage

Learn what to do before applying for a mortgage, what to watch for during the process, and how to use one after you've bought your home.

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Households Have Saved Extra $1.7 Trillion in Pandemic

U.S. households have saved enough money in the pandemic to cover three years of growth in national consumer spending, an analysis shows.

What Is the Rule of 72?

Twice a week, we break down the logic behind financial rules of thumb. The Rule of 72 helps you figure how long it will take for your investment to double in value. But you may need to use a different formula for precise timing.

Housing Boom Prices Out Millions of Households

153,967 - That's how many more households would be unable to afford a newly constructed home if the median price rises by just $1,000, a new analysis shows.

Taking Advantage of Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Changes to Child Tax Credit

The Child Tax Credit is worth as much as $2,000 for the 2020 tax year, and up to $1,400 of that can be refundable. There are some qualifying rules, and income matters.

How Bad Is Inflation? Past, Present, Future

The U.S. inflation rate by year is the percent change in prices from one year to the next. It responds to business cycle phases and interest rates.

Amex Adds Cellphone Coverage to 12 Premium Credit Cards

Introducing what's still a fairly uncommon credit card perk to its lineup, American Express is adding cellphone insurance to 12 cards effective April 1.