Americans Hit the Gas on Car Buying

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It happened with toilet paper, it happened with gas, and now it's happened with cars: A chart shows how car shopping ramped up even as manufacturers hit roadblocks.

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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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Hot Housing Market Shows Signs of Burnout

Demand for mortgages shrank to pre-pandemic levels last week, a sign that the U.S. housing market has gotten so hot, it's starting to seize up.

Ally Bank Does Away With Overdraft Fees

Ally will no longer charge consumers overdraft fees, a move that comes as other financial institutions face scrutiny for profits made off fees during the pandemic.

AMC CEO Gives Shout-Out to Retail Traders, Shares Soar

The CEO of AMC broke norms by embracing retail investors with a new direct line to the movie theater company, plus perks. Shares rose to a record high.

Frequent Overdrafters Live on the Financial Edge

$225 - That's how little credit people who frequently overdraw their bank accounts can tap—showing the slim financial margins of those hit by fees one bank has axed.

Low-Income Home Loans: What Are Your Options?

You don't need to earn a lot of money or have a robust savings account to qualify for a mortgage. Learn about the programs that can help low-income buyers get a home.

Challenges and Tips for New Amazon Sellers

If you want to become a successful individual or professional Amazon seller, it's important to learn about some key challenges and the tips for overcoming them.

Mortgage Rates & Trends, June 2, 2021

Interest rates for most major types of home loans ticked up for a third day, with the average on a 30-year mortgage rising to its highest level in over a week.