Is a credit card or personal loan the better way to cover an expense, especially an emergency bill that comes out of nowhere?

Low mortgage rates have spurred a refinance surge with Millennials, accounting for 25 percent of the group's loan activity in August. 

Normally when home prices go up, mortgage payments go up. But not in 2019. Learn how low rates have led to smaller payments, even on pricier homes.

House prices have been rising steadily for a while now, but there are still some pockets of affordability for would-be homebuyers.

Buyers may soon be able to opt out of the home appraisal when they apply for a mortgage. That may save hundreds of dollars, but id skipping the appraisal a good idea?

How safe is your state? A new study shows that Alaska and New Mexico have seen the biggest jumps in property crimes over the last five years.

Should you get a personal loan for medical bills? Be careful. You may face demands for money you don't owe. Here's what to do with unfair medical billing.

Debt-to-income requirements can make it harder to get a mortgage if you have lower income or live somewhere expensive. A new rule in 2020 could change that.

Thinking of selling your house? You might want to hop on it. Agents say it’s a seller’s market — and you’ll face less competition as a result.

American households are changing, and according to a new study, today’s young adults are living with mom and dad more than ever before.

The world of finance is built in large measure on the installment loan. The odds are overwhelming that you have or will have an installment loan in your life.

A new survey shows first-time homebuyers don’t feel prepared to buy a home. Some even say they've been discriminated against in the process

Mortgage rates have been at near-record lows over the past few months. But will the trend stick through 2020? Experts say yes.

The average homeowner earned about $4,900 in home equity over the last year. In some states? Homeowners gained more than five times that.

Low mortgage rates mean many homeowners might be able to afford more expensive homes than they planned for. Learn how to calculate your own buying power today.

Refinancing has surged in recent months, and it's no wonder why. Just how much money could you stand to save with a refinance?

Deciding whether to refinance is a personal decision, and sometimes a tricky one. Here are some ways to determine whether a refinance is right for you.

Home prices might be up, but American mortgage payments are actually falling, having dropped over 6 percent in just the last year.