No Inspection? No Problem, Homebuyers Say

Homebuyers facing fierce competition are increasingly going without the safeguard of pre-purchase home inspections in an effort to win bidding wars.

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The 10 Best Mortgage Lenders of 2021

Choosing the right mortgage loan can make a big difference in your homebuying experience. The following lenders can help you get the most from your mortgage.

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How Your Credit Card Can Help Pay for Your Road Trip

Ready to get out of town for your first post-pandemic road trip? To make the most of it, learn how your credit card rewards can help you save on travel costs.

Have You Mastered These 20 Financial Skills?

The financial skills and habits that you form in your 20s can affect your finances for years to come. Here are 20 skills you should master as a young adult.

Is Federal Aid Causing Labor Shortage? Montana Thinks So

10 - That's how many fewer weeks jobless Montanans can receive federal pandemic benefits after the governor cut them off, saying they were doing more harm than good.

Consumer Watchdog Is New Head of Student Loan Agency

The former head of the nation's consumer watchdog is now in charge of the federal student aid portfolio—and in the center of debate around student loan forgiveness.

Rising Inflation Takes a Bite Out of Senior Budgets

Inflation is outpacing the cost of living adjustment for Social Security this year, causing financial stress for seniors, The Senior Citizens League says.

Need to Email a Check for Payment? See How to Do It Safely

If you're going to email a voided check, there are things you need to do to ensure it's processed the right way. Learn methods for sending electronic payments safely.