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Mortgage Rates Hover Near Record Low in Pandemic Solace

Mortgage rates held steady near record lows this week. This chart shows just how good homebuyers have it compared to the 1980s, or even just a few years ago.

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Biden May Move to Fire the Big 3 Credit Bureaus

President Joe Biden proposed on the campaign trail a new federal credit bureau to do the job of the big three reporting agencies, but it faces entrenched opposition.

GameStop's Reddit Users Lose, Regulators Meet

GameStop slumped to its pre-frenzy share price after trading roiled markets. Reddit retail investors are losing big, Robinhood's sued, and regulators are meeting.

Average APRs Rise a Skosh, a Rosy Card Fit for Cupid, & More Rewards for Travelers at Home

This week, our credit card lowdown includes our latest APR report findings, the return of a rosy Amex card color, more rewards for homebound travelers, and other news you may have missed.

More Americans Are Equity Rich as Home Values Rise

17.8 Million - That’s how many U.S. homes are worth at least twice as much as the mortgages on them, thanks to rising home prices.

The Federal Income Tax Deadlines in 2021

Don’t miss any tax deadlines in 2021. Learn all the important due dates for filing your 2020 taxes, and what to do if you can’t pay on time.

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