(NewsNation) — Buying a home is already stressful, and for many borrowers, a barrage of unsolicited calls from competing lenders only makes it worse. Now, federal lawmakers are
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Spring sees lowest rate of homes sold over asking price since 2020
(NewsNation) — Bidding wars are fading in many parts of the country as homebuyers gain more leverage than they’ve had in years. The share of homes selling above asking
Mortgage rates simmer, but borrowers might get a cooler autumn
(NerdWallet) – Mortgage rates didn’t do much this week, continuing to hover around 7%. The average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell just one basis point to
Which states have the biggest tippers?
(NEXSTAR) – Tipping has become quite a controversial topic in the U.S. over the last few years. Whether you’re at a restaurant, a cafe, Starbucks, or even a
Here’s what the Israel-Iran conflict could mean for the economy
(NewsNation) — Uncertainty has been the economic theme of the year, and escalating conflicts in the Middle East threaten to drive up energy prices and could squeeze household
Social Security COLA increase: Senior group issues projection, but warns of potential new ‘problems’
(NEXSTAR) – What kind of bump can Social Security beneficiaries expect in 2026? A new projection from the Senior Citizens League expects a modest one — if indeed
Is Your budget Ready to Go Back to Work?
Heading back to the office—even part-time—can bring surprise expenses, so it’s worth giving your budget a quick refresh. The post Is Your Budget Ready to Go Back to
Social Security: Retirees’ checks top $2K for the first time
(NewsNation) — The average Social Security benefit for retired workers hit an all-time high in May, surpassing $2,000 for the first time. While the $2,000 mark is largely
New Oklahoma law cracking down on Bitcoin ATM scams
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – A new Oklahoma law is cracking down on scammers using Bitcoin ATMs to steal your money. Senate Bill 1083 was authored by Sen. Darrell
US producer prices rise modest 2.6% in May
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. wholesale prices rose modestly last month from a year earlier, another sign that inflationary pressures remain mild. The Labor Department reported Thursday that its