Investments

U.S. Credit Scores Steady As Delinquencies Rise

Key PointsThe average U.S. credit score held steady at 701, down one point from last year, signaling slight softening in borrower credit quality.Mortgage...

Sallie Mae Student Loans Review: Pros, Cons, & Alternatives

Sallie Mae started its history as a government-sponsored enterprise that serviced federal student loans. But since 2004, it’s been a fully private company.Sallie...

The New Middle-Class Squeeze: Why $100K Feels Broke

Key PointsFamilies making $100,000 to $200,000 are taking home less money than ever due to mismatched tax deductions and benefit cliffsCombine lower net...

Real Estate is Getting Riskier…and It’s Making Investors Wealthy

Real estate investing is riskier today than it has been in years—and that’s a good thing. If you invest in real estate, what...