Personal finance

Savings Window Opens: Today's 30-Year Mortgage Rates Drop to 6.125% |  November 29, 2022

Today’s best mortgage deal? 15-Year Rates Lowest Available at 5.75% | December 9, 2022

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10 everyday essentials that make perfect stocking stuffers

Image source: Getty Images Don’t ignore your personal financial goals when shopping for stocking stuffers this holiday season. Key points There is no need to buy expensive gifts to fill the stockings. Travel toiletries, socks, lip care products and writing utensils are useful and affordable everyday items that you can give as gifts. Now that …

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4 things you should never put on your credit card (and 4 things you should!), according to a money expert

4 things you should never put on your credit card (and 4 things you should!), according to a money expert

Credit cards are wonderful creations. They can help you in a financial emergency, allow you to borrow money for free and even refund your purchases if you have a rewards card. Using a credit card wisely can also help you if you’re thinking about how to improve your credit score. (opens in a new tab) …

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4 steps I take to prepare today in case a recession hits tomorrow

4 steps I take to prepare today in case a recession hits tomorrow

Insider experts choose the best products and services to help you make informed decisions with your money (here’s how). In some cases, we receive a commission from our partners, however, our opinions are our own. Terms apply to offers listed on this page. With the bumpy ride of the economy, my husband and I are …

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Do you know a financial hoarder?  4 steps to untangle the mess

Do you know a financial hoarder? 4 steps to untangle the mess

At first glance, financial hoarding doesn’t seem like such a bad thing. What’s wrong with asset accumulation? But this good behavior can easily become hoarding when taken too far. When hoarding for fun becomes the goal, you, or someone you know, might be getting into financial hoarding. Like hoarding physical items, financial hoarding can spiral …

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Today's mortgage and refinance rates: November 27, 2022 |  High rates hurt housing supply

Today’s mortgage and refinance rates: December 9, 2022 | Rates fell again this week

Insider experts choose the best products and services to help you make informed decisions with your money (here’s how). In some cases, we receive a commission from our partners, however, our opinions are our own. Terms apply to offers listed on this page. Mortgage rates fell again this week. This is the fourth week in …

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Here are 4 money moves you should make to set yourself up for financial success in 2023

Here are 4 money moves you should make to set yourself up for financial success in 2023

As the end of the year approaches, it may be time to reassess your finances. This year has been marked by record inflation and multiple interest rate hikes. As the Fed attempts to rein in inflation by raising interest rates, there is a strong possibility that the economy will teeter into recession in the coming …

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