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Winter Weather Freezes New Home Listings to Record Low

Extreme weather this winter worsened an existing crunch on the supply of houses for sale, leading the price of an average home to spike above its 2020 peak.

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Learn How Cash Advance Apps Work Before You Use One

If you’re low on funds before your next paycheck, payday and cash advance apps may offer a temporary solution. But are they worth it? Here’s what you should know.

Initial Jobless Claims Hold Steady Near Three-Month Low

The number of people initiating claims for unemployment benefits rose only slightly last week, beating economists’ expectations and staying near a three-month low.

New Proposal Excludes Millions From Stimulus Checks

16.4 Million - That’s how many fewer people would get stimulus checks if a more narrowly targeted Senate proposal replaces the one the House passed, an analysis shows.

Delta Bonuses Hit Stratosphere, Amex Promises Phone Rescue, & a New 'Debit Later' Card

This week, our credit card lowdown includes giant Delta card bonuses, a helpful (and rare) cellphone perk for some Amex cardholders, the first “buy now, pay later” debit card, and other tidbits you may have missed.

Mortgage Rates, Firmly Out of Record-Low Range, Top 3%

While mortgage rates, still low by historical standards, have risen back over 3%, Freddie Mac sees more moderate increases ahead.

What Teachers Need to Know About Retirement

Teachers have unique retirement programs that demand extra attention. Learn about your savings options and how Social Security may work with (or against) your pension.

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