Editorial Note: We earn a commission from partner links on Forbes Advisor. Commissions do not affect our editors’ opinions or evaluations. The current average mortgage rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage is 7.40%, compared to 7.37% a week earlier. For borrowers who want a shorter mortgage, the average rate on a 15-year fixed mortgage is … Read more
Editorial Note: We earn a commission from partner links on Forbes Advisor. Commissions do not affect our editors’ opinions or evaluations. Home equity loans and home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) allow homeowners to tap into the value of their homes. A home equity loan is a fixed-rate, lump-sum loan that allows homeowners to borrow … Read more
Find out what’s happening with mortgage rates today and calculate monthly repayments across a range of different rates and deals. 24 June: Market Expects Bank Rate Cut On 1 August Barclays is cutting the cost of selected fixed-rate residential deals for home purchase by up to 0.31 percentage points, effective from tomorrow (25 June), writes … Read more
Capital One Business savings account is the bank’s sole savings account for businesses. It comes with a promotional APY guaranteed for six months. Accountholders earn a competitive 4.10% APY on amounts from $10,000 to $5 million, while the promotional rate for the first $10,000 is 1.00%. The standard rate, applicable to balances over $5 million … Read more
While Quicken Simplifi offers many perks, the app still lacks some features. Consider these alternatives to see how Quicken Simplifi compares. Quicken Simplifi vs. Honeydue Unlike Quicken Simplifi, Honeydue is a free budgeting app designed specifically for couples. It has a chat function that lets you discuss issues with your partner. It also allows you … Read more
Storms and heavy rain pushed up weather-related home insurance claims in the UK by more than a third last year to a record £573m, according to industry data. The repair bill for storm damage and other extreme weather during 2023 was £150m more than in 2022, the Association of British Insurers said, contributing to an … Read more
Table of Contents Show more Show less The UK’s travel insurance market is currently valued at £468 million and is forecast to be worth £598 million by 2029[1]. When do Brits buy travel insurance? According to a 2024 Forbes Advisor poll, 40% of Brits buy travel insurance when they book a holiday, 14% buy a … Read more
Table of Contents Show more Show less A car insurance policy offers financial protection against the risks to which a driver is exposed, namely being involved in an accident with another vehicle, damaging another person’s property, accidentally damaging his or her own vehicle, and being the victim of theft. Policies cover medical costs and other … Read more
Smart Leak Detection From Moen Can Help Homeowners Avoid Expensive and Preventable Flooding NORTH OLMSTED, Ohio–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jun. 24, 2024– Moen, the leader in water experiences in the home, today announced an initiative with Amica Insurance aimed to encourage policyholders to adopt Flo Smart Water Monitor and Shutoff devices through special … Read more
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