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How Fed Rates Influence Mortgages, Credit Cards, Savings and More

Here’s how the central bank’s interest rate stance influences car loans, credit cards, mortgages, savings and student loans.

The New York Times - 12h

Who qualifies for credit card debt forgiveness?

Are you looking for a fast way out of credit card debt? Credit card debt forgiveness might help. Here's how.

CBS News - 14h

Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady: What that means for mortgages, credit cards and more

The Fed is staying on the sidelines, for now, but some consumer loan rates are changing.

CNBC - 10h

How to qualify for a credit card hardship program this spring

If you need extra help with your credit card debt, there are a few ways to qualify for a hardship program now.

CBS News - Mar. 12

Luxury lounges: Credit card perks 'we are all paying for'

Why credit card providers are opening lavish customer lounges in airports and cities.

BBC News - Mar. 10

Haven't paid your credit card debt? Here are the legal consequences to know.

Not paying your credit card debt can have serious repercussions, but does that include legal ramifications?

CBS News - Mar. 10

3 signs your credit card debt is overwhelming you, according to experts

Borrowers should recognize these early warning signs to address credit card debt before it becomes unmanageable.

CBS News - Mar. 11

When bankruptcy will (and won't) clear your credit card debt

Bankruptcy can wipe the slate clean of your existing credit card debt, but it won't do that in every case.

CBS News - Mar. 11

3 ways seniors can have their credit card debt forgiven this March

With the rising cost of living, managing credit card debt can be tough, especially for retirees on fixed incomes.

CBS News - 2d

4 times credit card debt management is worth it (and 4 times it's not)

Credit card debt management isn't a magic solution, but it can be a powerful debt relief tool for the right person.

CBS News - 1d

5 ways seniors can tackle credit card debt

A new AARP survey suggests nearly half (47%) of adults 50 and older who carry credit card debt use their cards to pay for necessities like health care, car payments and housing.

NBC News - 5d

When do credit card companies sue for non-payment?

If you skip your credit card payments for long enough, you could end up being sued. Here's when it could happen.

CBS News - 6d

UK cracks down on civil service credit cards after spending quadruples

Officials will have to reapply for procurement cards as part of war on waste in Whitehall

Financial Times - 2d

The US economic trump card

There is huge scope for householders to tap home equity lines of credit

Financial Times - Mar. 10

Consumer credit rose to $5 trillion in January — 'small cracks are starting to emerge,' analyst says

Revolving debt, which mostly includes credit card balances, jumped 8.2% in January, according to the Federal Reserve’s latest consumer credit report.

CNBC - Mar. 10

Crackdown on government credit cards to cut 'wasteful' spending

Purchases include £2,500 spent at a women's shoe shop in Barbados and £1,200 on luxury coffee pods.

BBC News - 2d

Banks are feeling the strain as lower-income consumers struggle with inflation and tariff chaos

Banks are seeing lower credit-card spending, while delinquencies are rising.

MarketWatch - 5d

What are today's mortgage and mortgage refinance interest rates?

Knowing today's mortgage rates can help new homebuyers and homeowners looking to lock in a good deal.

CBS News - 15h

Should I pay off my tax debt before my credit card debt? Experts weigh in

Focusing on tax debt first can be a smart move, experts say, but that won't be the case for everyone.

CBS News - Mar. 12

Does credit counseling hurt your credit?

Certain debt relief options can negatively impact your credit score, but is credit counseling one of them?

CBS News - 5d

Mortgage rates drop to the lowest level in 5 months, luring home buyers back into the housing market

Mortgage applications rose 11.2% in the past week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.

MarketWatch - Mar. 12

My husband plans to leave his estate to his adult son, who steals his credit card to gamble online. What can I do?

“Dementia runs in my husband’s family. My husband’s son has been known to take money from his dad without permission.”

MarketWatch - Mar. 11

My husband gave his credit card to his son to pay for ‘medical bills.’ Does this kind of support send the wrong message?

“This young man has been enabled financially by both of his parents, but especially by his mom.”

MarketWatch - Mar. 11

Is the inflation drop good news for mortgage rates?

Inflation fell in February for the first time in five months, which could have an impact on mortgage rates.

CBS News - Mar. 12

How a reverse mortgage affects generational wealth

When used strategically, a reverse mortgage can support generational wealth while allowing you to age in place.

CBS News - 6d

Weekly mortgage demand pulls back, as interest rates rise for the first time in 9 weeks

Mortgage rates fell for the first time in nine weeks, causing a pullback in mortgage demand, especially refinancing.

CNBC - 16h

Weekly mortgage demand surges 11% higher, as interest rates dropped for the sixth straight week

Mortgage demand for both homebuying and refinancing reacted to yet another drop in mortgage rates, which are now down for the sixth straight week.

CNBC - Mar. 12

My husband has dementia and will need care. Will Medicaid go after my money if I use it to pay off our mortgage?

“We still have around $300,000 left on our mortgage.”

MarketWatch - 2d

Why Southwest Airlines is changing its checked bag policy

Southwest Airlines is changing its "bags fly free" policy in hopes of attracting customers to sign up for the Southwest-branded credit card. CBS News' Janet Shamlian reports.

CBS News - Mar. 11

11 years after Mickey Rooney's death, prized memorabilia from his estate will be auctioned

At the end of March, pieces of silent film star Mickey Rooney's legacy will be sold. Signed movie posters, personal items like clothes and his pipe as well as old contracts and credit cards are ...

Los Angeles Times - 1d

Weekly mortgage demand surges 11% higher, as interest rates dropped for the sixth straight week

Mortgage rates dropped to the lowest rate since October of last year, and that pushed demand even higher last week, after a substantial jump the previous week.

NBC News - Mar. 12

More Americans expect credit applications to be rejected, NY Fed finds

Nearly 9% of consumers last month reported needing credit but not applying for it out of fear of being denied.

CBS News - 2d

How long does debt relief stay on your credit report?

Most types of debt relief have an impact on your credit report, and it's important to know how long that lasts.

CBS News - 1d

Salford forward Adelakun has red card rescinded

Salford City forward Hakeeb Adelakun is available for their next three games after his red card against Chesterfield is overturned.

Yahoo Sports - 5d

‘We don’t believe in the velvet rope:' One money manager is giving retail investors access to private credit. But is it worth it?

The exchange-traded fund industry is looking to give retail investors more access to alternative investments including private credit.

CNBC - Mar. 8

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