As of April 2, 2020, the national average rate for a 30-year mortgage has fallen to 3.33 percent, with an average of 0.7 points paid, according to data from Freddie Mac.1 Mortgage rates have plunged back to the lowest levels in decades, yet overall mortgage applications were down 17.9% in the week ending April 3, 2020 according to the Mortgage Bankers Association. . .
With millions of Americans jobless or furloughed during the COVID-19 pandemic, many are experiencing a time of heightened financial distress. And in an effort to “flatten the curve” while the virus spreads around the globe, citizens everywhere are adhering to strict stay-at-home orders. For some, this may mean racking up higher utility bills than usual - lights, water, internet, and the like. As you remain at home and maintain a safe social distance from others, here are eight ways you can help save on your utility bills in the coming months. . .
While staying alert and identifying potential scams is something we should always be doing, it is even more important at this moment in time. That's because, amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, scammers are eager to take advantage of the current state of fear and confusion - which is leaving many people isolated and vulnerable. To help you remain alert and aware, we’ve identified a few common scams that have arisen in response to the current pandemic. . .
In an effort to slow and stop the spread of COVID-19, people across the globe are urged and ordered to stay home and practice social distancing. As thousands of companies around the world make the switch to remote work, it can take some time for employees to adjust to working from home full-time. Luckily, there are ways to make remote work easier on yourself, your employer and your coworkers. Below we’re offering seven useful tips you can use to make the most at your new office space. . .
How are you? I hope this letter finds you safe and well. This is a scary and uncertain time for many people, a time unlike any most of us have ever experienced. Every day, we’re beset with new headlines and social media posts about the pandemic. While we know this will all end eventually, sometimes eventually can feel very far away...
Amidst the global COVID-19 pandemic, there’s no doubt about it - these are trying times for everyone physically, mentally and emotionally. Even if you aren't a healthcare professional or other essential worker on the front lines, it’s still difficult to cope with the dramatic change in lifestyle and stress we’re all experiencing. . .
