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Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac To Begin Using VantageScore
For decades, mortgage lenders have used a single credit score — the FICO score — to underwrite applications for home…
There’s A New Tax Break Worth $6,000 For Older Taxpayers — Here’s Who Qualifies
Americans who are 65 and older got a hefty new tax break under the massive tax bill that President Donald…
Worried About Extreme Weather? Home Insurance Can Provide a Financial Lifeline
Key takeaways The frequency of natural disasters is increasing, and the cost to rebuild a home is at record highs.…
Financial Literacy Is Dead — Here’s What To Aim For Instead
Do I know how to explain my financial goals clearly — to myself and others? Do my money decisions align…
Congress Moves To Limit Mortgage Trigger Leads
Almost as soon as Bryan Dyke filled out a mortgage application in mid-May, he was inundated with solicitations from lenders.…
How Much Should You Really Spend On A House?
Key takeaways Your income and the home’s price are the most important factors in determining how much you can afford…
Using Green Banks To Make Your Money Matter
As concern grows about the global climate crisis, U.S. banking customers have been demanding environmentally-conscious accounts, and banks have been…
The American Dream Gap: Why More Men Than Women Feel Optimistic In Today’s Economy
Key takeaways The American dream feels out of reach for many women, who are struggling with the gender pay gap…
5 Ways Financial Advisors Make Estate Planning Easier
Hero Images Inc/Getty Images Key takeaways While lawyers draft wills and trusts, financial advisors help align those legal documents with…
Tax Law Might Not Spell Instant Relief For Homebuyers
Despite cheers from industry groups, it could take time for the effects of the new tax law to reach the…
