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Update for mortgage shoppers: Variable rates are now cheaper than fixed
Borrowers should note that adjustable interest rates have become more affordable than stable-rate loans, with fixed rates remaining above 4 percent until significant changes occur...
Read Full Article →Is crypto lending making a comeback?
Emerging crypto lending companies are providing short-duration, high-risk loans to previously overlooked clients, revitalizing a market that faced significant downturns last year a...
Read Full Article →‘It would destroy me’: fear of student loan default haunts US borrowers
The resumption of federal student loan repayments has placed significant financial strain on borrowers, many of whom are confronted with overwhelming combined debts that seem diffi...
Read Full Article →Divine Research issues unbacked crypto loans using Sam Altman’s World ID
Divine Research has provided 30,000 unsecured USDC loans verified through World ID technology, aiming to offer financial access to individuals who typically lack traditional credit...
Read Full Article →Student loan forgiveness paused for borrowers on IBR plan. Here's what to know
The temporary suspension of loan forgiveness for individuals using income-driven repayment plans may affect their long-term financial planning and monthly budgeting decisions.
Read Full Article →Trump's 'big beautiful bill' created a new student loan repayment plan: Here's what borrowers need t...
The recently approved student loan repayment option, set to launch next summer, aims to provide borrowers with alternative terms that may affect their monthly payments and overall...
Read Full Article →This Student Loan Repayment Plan is Expanding, Creating a Path For Borrowers To Switch
The expansion of the repayment program allows more borrowers to transition between options, potentially reducing monthly payments and improving overall financial management for tho...
Read Full Article →Interest will start accruing again on Aug. 1 for student loan borrowers on the SAVE plan
Starting August 1, federal student loan borrowers using the SAVE income-driven repayment plan will begin accumulating interest on their loans after nearly a year of paused interest...
Read Full Article →Trump to end student loan payment pause: Borrowers have ‘a short window’ to act, advocate says
Borrowers currently benefiting from the interest-free suspension on student loans should prepare for repayments to resume soon, potentially increasing overall debt levels as the te...
Read Full Article →Education Department Resumes SAVE Plan Interest Accrual
The decision to resume interest accrual under the SAVE Plan may impact borrowers’ monthly payments and overall financial obligations compared to other available income-driven repay...
Read Full Article →Millions of Americans are about to see their student loans accrue interest again. Here’s what to kno...
Starting in August, interest will resume accumulating on student loan balances for many borrowers, including those participating in certain repayment plans, potentially increasing...
Read Full Article →Bank of England rolls out looser mortgage rules to help first-time buyers
The Bank of England’s updated mortgage guidelines aim to encourage lenders to increase lending to new homeowners by allowing higher loan amounts relative to income, potentially ben...
Read Full Article →More than 23m Britons think they may be due compensation for mis-sold car loans, UK poll finds
A forthcoming supreme court ruling on undisclosed commission payments in car loans may lead to substantial financial repayments, potentially impacting millions and prompting widesp...
Read Full Article →Buy now, pay later loans will now affect US credit scores – what does that mean for consumers?
The inclusion of deferred payment plans in credit evaluations could impact consumers’ borrowing abilities, potentially altering interest rates and overall financial opportunities a...
Read Full Article →Student loan borrowers will have fewer repayment options under GOP megabill
If enacted, the legislation may limit the variety of ways individuals can repay their student loans, potentially affecting their ability to manage debt effectively over time.
Read Full Article →Mortgage rates big banks advertise are higher than what most people can actually get
Although major Canadian banks often promote higher mortgage interest rates, many borrowers qualify for lower rates through negotiation or special offers, potentially reducing their...
Read Full Article →People in the US: have you fallen behind on federal student loan payments?
As of April 2025, approximately 5.8 million federal student loan borrowers in the US face increased financial challenges, with nearly one-third seriously overdue on payments follow...
Read Full Article →Real Estate Bridge Funds: An Expert Guide to Investing in a Volatile Market
Real estate bridge funds provide temporary capital to borrowers, attracting investors seeking steady returns by bridging financing gaps during uncertain market conditions.
Read Full Article →One in three student loan borrowers risk default as delinquency rates soar
A significant increase in overdue federal student loan payments highlights growing financial challenges for millions of borrowers, reflecting the impact of resumed collections foll...
Read Full Article →Refinance Rates Moving in Yo-Yo Pattern - June 23, 2025
Fluctuations in refinancing costs throughout June 2025 have created uncertainty for borrowers considering new loan terms, impacting monthly payments and overall financial planning...
Read Full Article →3 student loan changes in Republican bill: Getting out of debt would be 'extremely hard,' advocate s...
The proposed legislation by Republican lawmakers aims to remove existing repayment options, potentially extending the duration borrowers remain financially responsible for their st...
Read Full Article →Republicans move to eliminate payment pauses for struggling student loan borrowers
The proposed legislation by GOP lawmakers aims to end temporary relief for individuals facing unemployment or financial difficulties, potentially impacting their ability to postpon...
Read Full Article →‘Freemen on the land’: YouTube videos tell homeowners they aren’t bound by mortgages
The rise of a conspiracy theory encouraging homeowners to challenge mortgage obligations poses potential risks to lenders and the broader financial system by increasing the likelih...
Read Full Article →Federal student loan interest rates just fell for the first time in 5 years—here's what borrowers wi...
The recent decrease in federal student loan interest rates marks a shift that will affect repayment amounts for new borrowers, potentially reducing the overall cost of borrowing fo...
Read Full Article →Weak GDP gives RBA green light for another interest rate cut in July
The recent slowdown in economic growth increases the likelihood of a reduction in borrowing costs, potentially easing financial pressure for consumers and businesses in the upcomin...
Read Full Article →First-time buyers typically borrowing for 31 years
New homeowners are generally securing loans that extend over three decades, indicating sustained long-term borrowing even as interest rates experience slight decreases.
Read Full Article →NFT lending volume collapses 97% from peak as market activity collapses
The sharp decline in non-fungible token lending activity, marked by a significant reduction in participants and transaction volume, indicates a considerable decrease in market liqu...
Read Full Article →About £1bn in car loan compensation at risk because data deleted, lawyers warn
Lawyers caution that routine data deletion by lenders could jeopardize compensation claims worth around £1 billion for consumers affected by previously inflated car loan costs.
Read Full Article →Australia’s inconvenient truth: Are we really in mortgage stress?
Although interest rates have recently decreased, many Australian homeowners have not adjusted their repayments, indicating a complex financial situation that challenges common assu...
Read Full Article →RBA cuts rates below 4pc for first time in two years
The central bank’s decision to lower the interest rate to 3.85 percent marks a continued effort to stimulate economic growth and ease borrowing costs for consumers and businesses a...
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