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Gabriella is a personal finance writer whose previous coverage has appeared in Money Magazine, MSN Money and the Journal Gazette & Times-Courier. She began her career at the Hyde Park Herald, where she wrote about K-12 education, politics and small businesses in the South Side of Chicago and won a McCormick Foundation Diversity Writers scholarship. During her freetime, she likes to enjoy a good book or skateboard with her dog.
Yahoo FinanceIs Austin’s hot housing market flipping in favor of buyers?
The average home price in Austin, Texas, jumped by $170,000 during the pandemic. But the market is shifting in favor of buyers, and prices are beginning to come down.
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Return to the '70s? Today's housing market has echoes of dark era.
Economists comment on the state of housing as homebuyers face high rates and borrowing costs this spring.
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‘Construction is not perfect:’ Expert tips on what to do when you're building a house
A lot can go wrong when you're building a house. Experts say it's essential to stay involved throughout the process.
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Homebuyers turn to ARMs as mortgage rates hover above 7% for third straight week
The rate of the popular 30-year fixed mortgage hit 7.22% this week, causing some buyers to turn to adjustable-rate loans.
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With FAFSA submissions way down, education officials encourage more students to apply for aid
The Education Department renewed its efforts to improve the FAFSA filing process and urged families to complete the form.
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High mortgage rates hang around, reaching 7.17%
Both first-time and repeat homebuyers felt the sting of higher rates this week, as rates for the popular 30-year fixed mortgage hit 7.17%, per Freddie Mac.
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Pending home sales in March rise to strongest clip in a year — but just barely
Homebuyers geared up for the spring despite elevated mortgage rates and prices, with pending transactions rising in March to the strongest pace in a year.
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Mortgage rates surpass 7% while home prices show no signs of declining
The rate on the popular 30-year home loan surpassed 7% this week. Some buyers moved to secure purchases but demand is muted overall.
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Student loan borrowers could see their ‘runaway interest’ erased in new debt relief plan
The Biden administration aims to tackle "runaway interest" as part of a new student debt relief measure. If successful, it could bring relief to 23 million borrowers.
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‘A million returns every hour’: Taxpayers race to file by midnight
Tax professionals field last-minute requests and file extensions as millions of Americans rush to beat the midnight deadline.
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'We are in a crisis now:' Childcare costs outpace inflation
Costs for day care and preschools ran higher than headline inflation in March, but parents have been struggling with this issue for years.
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Mortgage rates top 7% following hotter-than-expected inflation numbers
The rate on the popular 30-year mortgage stood at 7.37% on Thursday, according to Mortgage News Daily. The uptick left buyers once more on the sidelines.
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FAFSA: What you need to know
Spring is in bloom, which means warmer weather, longer days, and college acceptances for high school seniors. With all these exciting developments come responsibilities, the chief of which is filling out the FAFSA, or the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Filling out the FAFSA determines one’s eligibility for work-study, grants, and federal financial aid, which are crucial tools for millions of potential college students. The FAFSA deadline is June 30th, and here’s everything you need to know to get started, and receive the most for you or your child’s education. Tune in to Yahoo Finance's Wealth! for more tips and info on your personal finances.
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Target set to launch new paid membership program this week
Under the new paid Target Circle 360 membership, shoppers will be able to benefit from same-day delivery and other perks starting April 7.
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New target in Biden administration's war on junk fees: Mortgage closing costs
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is taking aim at mortgage closing costs in its latest probe against junk fees.
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Homebuyers need to earn 80% more than they did in 2020 to afford a home in today's market
Today's homebuyers need to earn six figures to comfortably afford a typical US home — an 80% jump from 2020.
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Pending home sales pick up in February as buyers gear up for spring
Pending home sales gained momentum in February as some buyers picked up their purchase plans ahead of the spring.
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Home sales surge as buyers make peace with elevated mortgage rates
Sales of previously owned homes rebounded in February to the highest level in a year as buyers come to terms with elevated mortgage rates.
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Mortgage rates clock in at 6.87%, will remain higher for longer, experts say
Mortgage rates crept closer to 7% this week, and some homebuyers responded by retreating from their purchase plans.
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Will the Realtor commission settlement make it harder for veterans to buy homes?
Some veteran real estate professionals were concerned that the proposed Realtor settlement could leave vulnerable groups, like veteran homebuyers, unrepresented.