Yearly Archives: 2021

Investment Giant Fidelity Will Let Your Teen Trade Stocks—For Free

Customers’ children as young as 13 will be eligible for their own brokerage accounts at the investment firm which is joining fintechs like Greenlight in courting the next generation of investors.

As Fears Of Worker Shortages Grow, White House Economists Say Covid-19 Is To Blame—Not $300 Unemployment Benefits

They also expect companies to raise wages to attract workers.

Everything Holding Up Biden’s Infrastructure Bill

Republicans and the White House appear far from a deal.

CEOs Are The Most Confident They’ve Been In 45 Years Despite Inflation And Worker Shortage Fears

A new survey finds only 1% of CEOs think economic conditions will get worse.

VA loan co-signers: Who can co-sign on a VA loan?

VA loan co-signers are allowed. But the co-signer must be your spouse and/or another VA-eligible borrower. Learn more about VA loan co-signers here.

Mortgage and refinance rates today, May 18, 2021

Today’s mortgage and refinance rates  Average mortgage rates were unchanged yesterday. After rises on four out of five business days last week, that was a win. It’s looking this morning

Investment and rental property mortgage rates: How much more will you pay?

Investment property mortgage rates are above current market rates. Learn what impacts your rate and how to find the best rental property financing.

Mortgage rates and inflation: Why are rates going up?

What’s the relationship between mortgage rates and inflation? Learn why high inflation might cause mortgage rates to go up this year.

At Least 36 States Are Reimposing Work Search Requirements On Unemployment Benefits Recipients

In nearly three-quarters of U.S. states, claimants must prove they’re actively job hunting to keep getting benefits.

At Least 36 States Are Reimposing Work Search Requirements On Unemployment Benefits Recipients

In nearly three-quarters of U.S. states, claimants must prove they’re actively job hunting to keep getting benefits.