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What to Do if Your Home Loan Application Is Denied
If you applied for a mortgage and didn’t get approved, the first thing to remember is: don’t panic. A loan denial is a setback, not a permanent "no." Many Americans face this challenge, but there ar...
The Scene From Wrigley and Rates Aren't Going Higher
The scene at Wrigley Field earlier this late afternoon. If you squint, you'll see a young boy grabbing a (Brewers) autograph in the front row. "You can't beat fun at the old ball park," my Dad used to love...
Man Gives Commencement Speech...Gets Booed Off Stage
Man gives commencement speech. Tells graduates to buy bitcoin. Gets booed off the stage. Discuss. First of all, who is this guy. The President of THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY tells us "His Linksdin profile says he ...
Partial Shutdown Begins, Raising Concerns About Mortgage Delays and Flood Insurance Lapses
Even though the U.S. Senate passed a spending bill to fund most federal agencies through September 30, 2026, a partial government shutdown began at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 31. ...
College Without the Debt: How Pell Grants Can Fund Your Dreams
Navigating the world of higher education can be daunting, especially when faced with the rising costs of college tuition. Fortunately, for many students, Pell Grants offers a beacon of hope in the quest for a d...
Wealthfront Starts Offering Mortgages, Beginning With a Limited Rollout to Clients
Wealthfront, a company best known for its automated investing tools (often called a “robo-advisor”), is now offering home loans. The new mortgage program is being released first t...
How to Refinance Your Mortgage in a Rising Rate Environment
With interest rates on the rise, refinancing a mortgage may seem counterintuitive. However, for some homeowners, refinancing still makes good financial sense even as rates increase. The key is acting strategicall...
Sometimes you gotta look past the headlines
Sometimes you gotta look past the headlines. When peering across college campuses these days you see two very different themes percolating near the top. One are the ever-increasing numbers of protests; and the other is the endless a...
The 2026 Housing Market: What Buyers Should Expect
If you’re hoping to buy a home in 2026, there's a mix of good and bad news about mortgage rates. Experts expect mortgage rates to drop a bit next year, but don’t count on them going much lower than 6%. Ev...
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