Your money: How to prioritize debt payments in the pandemic
A singular crisis has led to extraordinary relief options for borrowers. Interest and payments have been paused on federal student loans. Homeowners can request nearly…
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Weekly commodity wrap-up
Silver slashed after massive surge Silver prices began the week with the biggest single-day explosion in 10 years, only to tumble midweek as Wall Street…
Your money: The tax credit fix many can’t afford to miss
Families battered by the pandemic recession soon might discover that the tax refunds they’re counting on are dramatically smaller — or that they owe income…
Weekly commodity wrap-up
China breaks records for buying U.S. commodities Early in the week, huge sales of corn and beans were announced to China. The largest grain sale…
Your money: How to make budgeting as painless as possible
Budgeting is a pain. But what’s more painful is a bill you can’t easily pay, debt that costs a fortune or not having enough money…
Your money: 7 credit card perks to prioritize in 2021
As you lay the groundwork for 2021 financial resolutions, take inventory of your credit cards to see if they’re in line with your goals and…
Weekly commodity wrap-up
Grains gain as supplies sink On Tuesday morning, the USDA released some shocking statistics that confirmed fears about the world’s supply of grains, oilseeds and…
Your money: Start 2021 off strong with these money moves
After the train wreck that was 2020, you might well question whether it’s worth trying to plan anything. But knocking off a few financial tasks…
2021 looks positive for the market and the economy
Looking back at the market and the economy in 2020, even with the benefit of hindsight, it is hard to believe what happened. The shocking…
5 housing trends for 2021: What’s ahead for mortgage rates, home prices, flight to suburbs?
In 2021, mortgage rates will rise from record lows, home-price gains will slow and Americans will continue their migration to less dense regions and lower-cost…