Pros and cons of paying off student loans early

Paying off student loans early could save money but there are some downsides to consider.

How to get a mortgage during coronavirus

Getting a home mortgage during a pandemic may not be as difficult as one may think – here’s a roadmap.

CEO says Southwest needs union pay cuts to avoid furloughs

Southwest Airlines will cut pay for nonunion workers in January and says union workers must also accept less pay or face furloughs next year as the pandemic continues to hammer the airline business.

Should you pay points to lower your mortgage rate?

Paying points on a new mortgage depends on a buyer’s unique financial status. Here are the points to consider.

Hundreds of Regal, Cineworld movie theaters to close this week

Cineworld Group Plc said Monday that 536 Regal cinemas in the U.S. and 127 Cineworld and Picturehouse venues in the U.K. would close on Thursday. Some 45,000 employees are affected.

Hiring slows for 3rd month; US unemployment rate falls to 7.9%

America’s employers added 661,000 jobs in September, the third straight month of slower hiring and evidence from the final jobs report before the presidential election that the economic recovery has weakened.

Stock futures plunge after Trump confirms he has coronavirus

U.S. equity futures plunged by more than 1.6%, or 500 Dow points after President Trump confirmed through a tweet that he and the first lady tested positive for coronavirus.

Thousands of North Texans lose paychecks as American Airlines begins furloughs

October 1 was the day the aviation industry has dreaded for months. CARES Act money prevented airlines from furloughing workers, but now 32,000 employees at American Airlines and United Airlines will be affected.

Student loan payments are on hold — what to do with the extra cash

With student loan payments in forbearance, there are several ways to use that money instead. But you’ll want to explore the pros and cons of each option and make a decision that works for you.

What should you use a personal loan for?

From an emergency to a big-ticket purchase, personal loans can provide the funding you need.

Mortgage and refinance rates today, Oct. 1: How to take advantage

Here's a look at today's mortgage and refinance rates for October 1, 2020. This year, mortgage rates have hit record lows nine times. Will rates keep dropping?

How to get a $20,000 personal loan

A variety of loan options are available, but your credit score is a deciding factor.

Is paying off your credit cards in full bad?

Paying down your credit card is always a good idea. But is paying it off completely a credit score no-no?