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High-yield savings account rates finally saw their first major dips of 2026 – with another group of major banks reducing rates last week. As of May 4, 2026, some online…

Pending home sales posted their biggest annual gain in six weeks and new listings rose for a second consecutive week during the four weeks ending April 26, according to Redfin.…

The housing market is finally showing signs of the seasonal vitality we’ve been waiting for. After a stubborn climb through much of March, mortgage rates pivoted in April, dipping to…

Certificates of deposit (CDs) remain one of the most reliable short-term savings tools, especially for those seeking guaranteed returns as rates fall. As of April 22, 2026, the best 12-month…

High-yield savings account rates finally saw their first major dips of 2026 – with about a half-dozen banks reducing their savings rates. As of April 20, 2026, some online banks…

Mortgage applications fell for the fourth straight week—down 0.8% for the week ending April 3, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association. The Market Composite Index, a measure of mortgage loan…

High-yield savings account rates have basically held steady through the first quarter of 2026.  As of April 6, 2026, leading online banks are still offering interest rates up to 5.00%…

Heading into 2026, economists from the National Association of Realtors were expecting a turnaround. Now, not so much. In the weeks following the launch of a military campaign in Iran,…

Taxes never feel so burdensome as during tax season, when you contemplate how much of your income you hand over to the IRS. And if you happen to live in…

Abe Student LoansBefore applying for a private student loan, DR Bank and Monogram LLC recommend exhausting all financial aid alternatives including grants, scholarships, and federal student loans. The AbeSM student…