A cash-out refinance is one way to tap into the equity you’ve built up in your home. Money reviews the best cash-out lenders ...

Both can tap your home's equity, but one could cost you a lot more than the other when the new year rolls around.

Possibly as a result, Americans have pulled back on spending. A delayed report from the Department of Commerce shows that while consumer spending rose 0.02% from the previous month, sales are sluggish ...

Matt Richardson is the senior managing editor for the Managing Your Money section for CBSNews.com. He writes and edits content about personal finance ranging from savings to investing to insurance. It ...

Home equity is at historic highs. If you've faithfully paid your mortgage over the years, you've likely built up quite a bit of it yourself. According to the Federal Reserve, American homeowners are ...

Cashing out a CD early isn't ideal, but it can sometimes be a smart financial move. Early withdrawal penalties typically range from three to 12 months' worth of interest. You can often do a partial ...

CD renewals can happen automatically, locking up your cash at lower rates. Always shop around for new rates and options when your CD matures. As of April 2025, some high-yield CDs are paying around ...

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The battle of the digital wallets just got more fierce. As part of its ongoing attempt to make it easier than ever to pay — and more importantly, get paid — Google has updated its Google Wallet mobile ...

Selling stocks to move into cash isn’t something you should do lightly. Think about your overall financial goals, the tax implications and why you’re interested in making the switch in the first place ...