Iran War Increases Mortgage Rates. How To Find Low Rates
Just as mortgage rates fell below 6% at the end of February — a drop homebuyers awaited for four years — the war in Iran has pushed them back up again. Economists predict rates could fluctuate throughout the year if the fighting continues. Mortgage rates and the 10-year Treasury yield rose in lockstep with oil […]
What Is It and How Can It Save You Money?
Do you soothe your financial anxieties by watching money grow in a traditional savings account? So much so that you avoid putting that money anywhere else out of fear of making mistakes or poor investments? You’re not alone. Shane Walker, CEO of the banking app Qube Money, says he often hears this sentiment from clients. […]
How To Buy Gold From Amazon
Gold prices have been on a roller coaster this year. On March 6, the precious metal’s spot price sat at $5,093 per ounce in the morning, six days after the U.S. and Israel initiated strikes on Iran. Earlier in the year, it peaked at a record high of $5,400 per ounce before sinking back below $5,000. […]
How To Write A Business Plan And Form Your Company
Coming up with a good idea for a business is just one step toward becoming an entrepreneur. Another part of the journey is making sure you have a solid plan to back up your business. A business plan is like a roadmap or blueprint for managing your business every step of the way, and it […]
How To Tell If Your Insurance Is Tax-Deductible
Insurance has become a high cost for many Americans. And unlike other expenses, these aren’t amounts most people can write off on their taxes. However, if you’re self-employed or have rental income, your situation may differ, said Hannah Cole, an enrolled agent and founder of small-business tax consulting firm Sunlight Tax in Asheville, North Carolina. […]
How To Buy Gold from Costco
While a typical Costco run might include a $1.50 hot dog and bulk paper towels, the wholesale club is also known for its gold sales. Since the start of 2026, gold prices have risen 15%, crossing $5,100 an ounce on Monday. The safe-haven investment has seen a record-breaking run as investors flock to the metal […]
How To Avoid Defaulting On Your Federal Student Loans
If you have a federal student loan and have been consistently struggling to make payments, there’s one important deadline you have to remember: Borrowers enter default after 270 days of missed payments. Once your loans are in default, you can have your wages garnished and tax refunds withheld. Although the Trump administration has put a […]
How to Boost Your Savings For a Down Payment
President Donald Trump has floated that his administration can help ease the housing affordability crisis by creating portable mortgages, 50-year terms — and now funding down payments using your 401(k). On Friday, National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett told Fox Business that the administration is “going to allow people to take money out of their […]
How to Insure a Valuable Gifts This Holiday Season
If you’re lucky enough to be gifted a Birkin, gaming console, jewelry or even a highly-coveted Labubu collectible, you may wonder how to protect it with insurance. However, the type of insurance you need will depend largely on the type of gift you’ve received. While some items can be covered by your existing homeowners or […]
How To Save On Prime Big Deal Days 2025
Amazon’s second Prime-member exclusive event, Prime Big Deal Days, runs from October 7 to 8 this year. Similar to the official Prime Day in the summer, this sale offers exclusive discounts on millions of items across the site. If you’re looking to start your holiday shopping early — and over one-third of shoppers are this […]