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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States Department of Agriculture has removed 10 lenders from its Rural Development OneRD Guaranteed Lending Program, citing delinquent loan portfolios and compliance concerns tied to …
USDA Ousts 10 Lenders Over Delinquent Rural Loans Read More
CONSHOHOCKEN, PA — Quaker Houghton (NYSE: KWR) said it recently entered into an amended credit agreement with lenders that extends its nearest debt maturity to 2031 and increases available borrowing …
Quaker Houghton Enters Amended Credit Agreement, Extends Debt to 2031 Read More
If you’re dealing with debt, you’re far from alone. More than 80% of U.S. households carry some form of debt (2025 Federal Reserve report), and since 2019, total household debt …
Take Charge of Your Debt, One Step at a Time Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A new report from the Council of Economic Advisers estimates that federal oversight by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has increased borrowing costs and reduced loan availability, …
White House Report Claims CFPB Costs Top $369 Billion Read More
Your credit score can play a surprisingly big role in your financial life. From renting an apartment to getting a cellphone plan, your credit score can open doors or close …
Your Credit Score Matters More Than You May Think Read More
IRVINE, CA — Nearly 45 percent of mortgaged homes in the United States remained equity-rich at the end of 2025, even as homeowner equity cooled modestly after years of rapid …
Home Equity Eases but Stays Strong as Nearly 45% of Mortgages Remain Rich Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — Federal regulators on Friday withdrew a joint policy statement that had warned lenders about considering immigration status in credit decisions, marking a notable shift in federal fair-lending …
Feds Pull Back on Credit Guidance, Recasting Immigration Status Rules Read More
With the new year around the corner, many people are setting goals for 2026. After months of rising prices on everything from milk to mortgages, money-related resolutions are prominent. One …
Join the Trend With These New Year Resolutions Read More
WILMINGTON, DE — Cross-border private credit is on track for rapid global expansion, but growing operational complexity is threatening to slow momentum as investors become more selective and risk-aware.
Private Credit Booms Globally, but Complexity Is Making Investors Hit Pause Read More
Some financial decisions can be challenging — like whether to use your money to reduce your debt or to invest. If you already have a significant amount of debt and …
Should You Pay Off Debts or Invest? Read More