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Trending Personal Finance

US Inflation Drops to 3.3%: Impact on Your Mortgage and Savings

March CPI printed at 3.3% vs 3.4% expected. The Fed may cut sooner. Here is what it means for your money.

Apr 13, 2026 6 min read

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Trending Investments

Fed Rate Decision March 18: What to Expect

The Federal Reserve's FOMC meets March 17-18, 2026. With persistent inflation and oil near $96/barrel due to the Iran conflict, the Fed is widely expected to hold rates at 3.50%-3.75%. The updated dot plot on Wednesday the 18th will be the real market mover — here is what it means for your money.

Mar 16, 2026 6 min read

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Investments

Fed divided: oil shock may halt rate cuts in 2026 as stagflation fears grow

Several Federal Reserve governors expressed caution over oil-driven inflation. Markets now price in just 1 rate cut in 2026 vs. 3 expected a month ago. Stagflation fears mount with productivity and unit labor costs both at +2.8%.

Mar 07, 2026 1 min read

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Trending Personal Finance

PPI inflation comes in hot: the Fed will not cut rates and your wallet feels it

The producer price index (PPI) came in hotter than expected, complicating the Fed rate cut timeline. With rates at 3.50-3.75%, mortgages, credit cards, and loans remain expensive.

Feb 28, 2026 6 min read

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Trending Financial Education

Fed warns AI could cause unemployment that monetary policy can't fix

Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook warned that artificial intelligence could cause unemployment that even lowering interest rates cannot resolve.

Feb 24, 2026 6 min read

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Trending Personal Finance

Mortgage rates drop to 5.76%: is now the time to buy a home?

The 30-year fixed mortgage rate in the US dropped to 5.76%, the lowest point of 2026. CDs offer up to 4% APY and high-yield savings up to 4% APY.

Feb 24, 2026 6 min read

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Trending Personal Finance

Mortgage Rates Drop to 6.01%: Lowest in 3 Years and How to Take Advantage

The 30-year fixed mortgage rate dropped to 6.01%, its lowest level in over 3 years. The 15-year rate fell to 5.35%. The best time to buy or refinance since 2022.

Feb 20, 2026 5 min read

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Trending Savings

Savings Accounts Still Paying Up to 5% APY in 2026: How to Benefit

Top high-yield savings accounts pay up to 5% APY while the national average is 0.39%. With the Fed on pause, high rates will stick around.

Feb 19, 2026 5 min read

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Trending Investments

Fed Holds Rates at 3.75%: When Is the Next Cut Coming?

The Federal Reserve released its January meeting minutes revealing a split decision to hold rates. Two members voted to cut. Here is what it means for your wallet.

Feb 18, 2026 5 min read

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Trending Financial Education

US Debt to Surpass WWII Record: How It Affects You

US national debt will hit 108% of GDP by 2030 per CBO. Interest payments double to $2.1 trillion. Here's how it affects your finances.

Feb 17, 2026 7 min read

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Trending Credit & Debt

Mexico's Central Bank to Hold Rates at 7% in 2026

Mexico's Banxico is expected to hold its benchmark rate at 7% through 2026. What it means for borrowers, savers, and investors.

Feb 17, 2026 7 min read

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