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Seniors Hold a Record $14.92 Trillion in Home Equity. Tapping It With a Reverse Mortgage Starts With a Required Meeting

on October 8, 2026

For most, that money is only on paper. Here’s how to turn your portion of it into cash through a federally insured loan.

If Your Spouse Is Not on the Reverse Mortgage, One Federal Rule Decides Whether They Can Stay

on October 7, 2026

A reverse mortgage comes due when the last borrower dies. A spouse who is not on the loan can stay only by meeting these conditions.

Seniors’ Card Delinquencies Hit a 15-Year High. What Debt Settlement Can Cost You

on October 6, 2026

For seniors with unmanageable balances, debt settlement may offer a path forward. But know the costs, tradeoffs and protections first.

Mortgage Rates Just Hit a 3-Year High. Here Are 7 Ways to Pay Less

on October 5, 2026

The rate in the headline isn’t the rate you have to pay. Same house, same income — here’s why one buyer pays thousands less.

You Could Get a Payment from Equifax’s $100M Settlement

and on October 2, 2026

The proposed deal could cover roughly 4 million borrowers, but payments depend on a claim deadline and a final court hearing.

Which Generation Carries the Highest Debt?

and on October 2, 2026

Gen X’s median nonmortgage balance tops $24,700, but the report also shows which generation carries the most auto, credit card and student loan debt.

6 Tips for Buying a Home in Retirement (Even for Experienced Owners)

on September 29, 2026

A little knowledge helps you overcome key obstacles when buying new digs during your golden years.

Last Call for Student Loan Borrowers to Lock in Added Discount

and on September 29, 2026

Sign up by 11:59 p.m. ET Sept. 30 to qualify for 1% off your federal loan rate — four times the usual autopay discount.

The CFPB Just Hid Millions of Complaints. 6 Ways to Vet a Lender Anyway

on September 28, 2026

For years, you could read other customers’ horror stories before you signed. Last month, Washington turned that off.

6 Reverse Mortgage Myths That Might Keep You From Retiring in Comfort

on September 28, 2026

Myth 1: You will lose your home. No, you won’t.

30-Year Mortgage Rates Surpass 7% After Rising for 5 Weeks

and on September 24, 2026

Borrowers now face the highest 30-year rate since January 2025, while the 15-year average has climbed to 6.42%, adding pressure to home-buying budgets.

Falling for These 8 Common Homebuying Myths Could Cost You Thousands

on September 24, 2026

Think you’re ready to buy a house? Don’t fall victim to these rookie mistakes.

Joint or Separate Accounts? The Wrong Choice Could Hurt Your Marriage

and on September 19, 2026

A 2023 study of 230 couples found pooled finances linked to greater harmony, but separate accounts can protect independence, premarital assets and debt-free spouses.

Applying for a Mortgage? Here’s Every Step From Preapproval to Closing

on September 17, 2026

A nine-step checklist covers credit, documents, loan comparisons and closing details, including the federal timeline for receiving a Loan Estimate

Ask Your Mortgage Lender This One Question and You Might Save Over $23,000

on September 16, 2026

A recent rule change gave a quarter of borrowers a shot at a better rate. Most won’t ask about it.

Trump Vs. His Own Fed Chair: What Today’s Rate Decision Means for Your Money

on September 16, 2026

The Fed is expected to raise rates while Trump publicly demands cuts. Here’s the case for each side, and what it means for your wallet.

Mortgage Rates Are Still High. How to Get an Affordable Home Loan

and on September 16, 2026

With rates near 7%, your credit score, down payment and loan program could make a meaningful difference in the offer you receive from lenders

Rent, Buy, Invest: Which Real Estate Scenario Suits Your Situation?

on September 16, 2026

Your home is where your heart is. Your money can live elsewhere.

A Mustang for Under $400 a Month? Here Are the Best Car Lease Deals

and on September 14, 2026

Low monthly payments come with thousands due upfront, and the total three-year cost varies widely among these three September offers for new vehicles.

Fixed-Rate vs. Adjustable-Rate Mortgages: What’s the Difference?

on September 6, 2026

A 5/1 ARM can start lower, but payment changes may follow; your timeline, budget and tolerance for risk should guide the choice.

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