Did you just get a second chance to refinance in 2020? The 30-year mortgage just fell to another record low, hitting 2.78%, according to Freddie Mac.
Author: Susan Tompor, Detroit Free Press
Uncertain outcome of Trump vs. Biden presidential election puts 401(k) savers on edge
Investors warned to prepare for volatile days for their 401(k) plans as the presidential election battle continues.
Social media scams skyrocket during the COVID-19 crisis
The FTC has a new web site for fraud complaints, as social media scams trend higher in COVID-19 pandemic. Scammers know we’re shopping more online.
Banks look to new accounts to attract the unbanked as COVID-19 takes a toll
Roughly 7.1 million homes — or 5.4% of U.S. households — do not have checking or savings accounts, says a survey released Monday by bank regulators.
Trump keeps calling $750 tax payment a ‘filing fee.’ Experts say there’s no such thing
President Donald Trump keeps bringing up what he calls a $750 filing fee for his federal income tax returns. What’s that all about?
Hard to reach households still need first stimulus money
As a second round of stimulus is debated, the IRS continues to work to get stimulus money to the hard to reach, including homeless people who qualify.
Amazon Prime Day 2020: Beware of these online shopping scams
Scammers pretend to be from Amazon and tell you about a fraudulent charge on your Amazon Prime card. Some request access to your computer.
College borrowers aren’t always seeing COVID-19 relief. Here’s why
Student loan borrowers are warned to check credit reports to see if they’re being dinged for lack of payments. Complex rules have consumers confused.
College borrowers aren’t always seeing COVID-19 relief. Here’s why
Student loan borrowers are warned to check credit reports to see if they’re being dinged for lack of payments. Complex rules have consumers confused.
Donald Trump’s tax returns have many wondering what they’re doing wrong
Tax breaks for businesses likely helped cushion the tax bill for President Donald Trump, as the speculation continues about Trump’s tax audit and tax returns.