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What Happens to Loan Rates During a Rate Hike Pause?

You might be curious about the impact of the Federal Reserve’s recent decision to pause interest rate hikes on loa...

Managing Credit Card APRs in a High Interest-Rate Environment

In a period of economic uncertainty, many people rely on credit cards to cover both standard and unexpected expenses. Bu...

Mortgage Rates After the Fed’s Rate Hike Pause: What’s Next?

The Federal Reserve’s (Fed’s) June rate hike pause is likely to impact the mortgage market. The pause follows a ...

June 2023 Fed Rate Decision: A Light at the End of a Long Tunnel?

Update: As predicted, the Federal Reserve made the decision to temporarily pause interest rates during its June 14, 2023...

Bright Outlook for the US Economy? Lessons Learned on Responsibility and Resilience

Despite ongoing concerns and headlines, the current state of the US economy can be interpreted as a promising picture. C...

6 Smart Ways to Use Your Tax Refund

Receiving your tax refund from the IRS can bring a much-needed lift to your financial situation.  As of May 2023, the I...

Top Financial Benefits for Veterans

Serving in the military comes with a range of well-deserved financial benefits that can help veterans plan for their fin...

New FAFSA Changes Students Must Know

FAFSA, or the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, must be filled out when applying for student financial assistanc...

Social Security Changes for 2023

Every year, the Social Security Administration (SSA) updates the changes to Social Security that will come into place in...