Should you open a home equity loan this October?

7 home equity borrowing mistakes new homeowners should avoid now

If you recently purchased your home and are planning to tap into the equity, be sure to avoid these mistakes.

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HELOC or home equity loan: Which will be better in 2025?

Home equity loan and HELOC rates differ in numerous ways, which could influence your choice between the two.

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Which CD account should you open now that the Fed's cut rates again?

A CD can still be valuable even with the latest Fed rate cut. Here's how.

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3 home equity loan risks to know going into 2025

A home equity loan can be a smart way to borrow a large sum of money now (if you avoid these three risks).

CBS News - 3d

Why the Dow is in such a historic funk and how concerned you should be

There are many reasons to believe the Dow's historic losing streak is not a source for major concerns.

CNBC - 4d

8 things you should never say to a credit card debt collector

Saying the wrong thing could accidentally validate an expired debt or waive important legal rights.

CBS News - 4d

Here's when homeowners should give up their low mortgage rate to buy a new home, according to experts

Giving up your low mortgage rate to buy a new home may make sense in some scenarios, experts say.

CBS News - 4d

Astro Bot Is On Sale For Only $43 At Amazon, But You Should Hurry

Astro Bot $43 (was ...

GameSpot - 5d

Home equity loan vs. mortgage refinance: Which will be better in 2025?

Both have unique features for homeowners now. Here's how to determine which is better for you going into 2025.

CBS News - 5d

How much laundry detergent should you use?

Experts explain exactly how much laundry detergent you should be using based on the size of your load, the type of washing machine you use and how dirty your clothes are.

NBC News - 5d

Your home insurance costs more in high-risk areas. Your mortgage should, too.

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac don’t factor climate change into rates. More frequent floods, hurricanes and wildfires raise systemic default risk.

MarketWatch - Dec. 14

Home equity loan vs. reverse mortgage: Which will be better for 2025?

Both options offer homeowners unique access to home equity. Here's how to determine which will be better in 2025.

CBS News - Dec. 13

Emergency funds: What are they? How much should you have?

Bankrate found nearly 59% of U.S. adults are uncomfortable with the amount in their emergency fund.

The Hill - Dec. 13

Should you buy a home if you have credit card debt? Here's what experts say

Credit card debt could make it difficult to get favorable mortgage rates or afford your monthly payments.

CBS News - Dec. 12

Should investors bet on bonds or equities as Trump's presidency looms?

Is this the right time to shift from fixed-income investments to risk assets like stocks and shares?

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 12

Inflation is rising again: Why you should invest in gold now

The right gold investing strategy could pay off now that inflation is ticking back up again. Here's why.

CBS News - Dec. 11

Why you should open a $10,000 long-term CD for 2025

If you have $10,000 in a traditional savings account, you may want to move it into a long-term CD now. Here's why.

CBS News - Dec. 10

Should you cook with black plastic utensils?

We asked experts if black plastic cooking utensils are dangerous and what you should be using instead.

NBC News - Dec. 10

4 reasons to borrow home equity before the new year, according to experts

Using your home equity now could pay off in 2025, experts say. Here's how.

CBS News - Dec. 10

3 home equity borrowing mistakes seniors should avoid now

Home equity borrowing needs to be approached carefully by seniors. Here are three mistakes to avoid when doing so.

CBS News - Dec. 9

Why I Still Send Holiday Cards — and You Should, Too

They serve a social function that’s surprisingly important.

The New York Times - Dec. 9

Should you open a home equity loan before the December Fed meeting?

Do you need to apply for a home equity loan before the Fed's December meeting? Here's what borrowers should do now.

CBS News - Dec. 9

Google Gemini Can Summarize Your Emails in Gmail. Should You Use It?

AI can tackle your email mountain so you don't have to. Here's how to decide whether Gmail's new productivity feature makes sense for your workflow.

Wired - Dec. 9

Here’s the one thing you should never outsource to an AI model

While it might be tempting, betting on gen AI to take over your R&D will likely backfire in significant, maybe even catastrophic, ways.

VentureBeat - Dec. 7

How to get a low home equity loan rate for 2025

Ready to borrow from your home equity? Here are three ways to get a low home equity loan rate for 2025.

CBS News - Dec. 6

Why you should open a long-term CD before the December Fed meeting

The final Federal Reserve meeting of 2024 is set for December 17. Here's why you should open a long-term CD before then.

CBS News - Dec. 6

Should you open a long-term CD after your current account matures?

If your current CD account is set to mature, it may be smart to move the funds to a long-term CD instead. Here's why.

CBS News - Dec. 5

Why You Should Start Using Encrypted Communications—Today

A massive hack prompts a government official to encourage businesses to do a better job of protecting their communications.

Inc. - Dec. 5

Should you be a peer? 150 words to explain why

Political party leaders will have to explain why someone is fit to be a member of the House of Lords.

BBC News - Dec. 5

Why you should get a home equity loan for 2025

A home equity loan can be a smart financial tool for homeowners heading into 2025. Here's why.

CBS News - Dec. 4

What drives home equity loan interest rates?

Wonder what impacts home equity borrowing rates? Here are the factors borrowers should be aware of.

CBS News - Dec. 3

Secret Service agent opens fire near home of Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen in Washington

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, who is protected by the U.S. Secret Service, was not under threat during the shooting outside her Washington, D.C., home.

CNBC - Dec. 3

Job openings bounced in October on need for IT workers

The number of job openings and people quitting their jobs ticked upward in October while layoffs edged down, signaling a modest improvement in hiring conditions amid a broader tightening in the ...

The Hill - Dec. 3

Job openings jumped and hiring slumped in October, key labor report for the Fed shows

Job openings totaled 7.74 million on the month, up 372,000 from September.

CNBC - Dec. 3

Job openings jumped and hiring slumped in October, key labor report for the Fed shows

Available jobs rose in October while hiring fell during a month in which payrolls growth hit their lowest level in nearly four years, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported Tuesday.

NBC News - Dec. 3