Apple News provides real-time updates on the US elections via live activity Alerts will appear on iPhone and Apple Watch You can enable Live Activities lock screen widgets in Settings It’s Election Day in the United States and it’s clear from social media and our conversations with our American colleagues that stress levels are reaching … Read more
Everyone knows that high mortgage rates have been a big drag lately, especially for potential homebuyers facing sky-high asking prices. But what if I told you that nearly half of those who recently bought a home are still getting an interest rate of less than 5%? It seems highly unlikely, given the fact that the … Read more
I often try to find positive aspects in bad situations. The latest problem facing potential homebuyers is the return to 7% mortgage rates, up from about 6% just a month ago. Although there is no clear negative relationship between mortgage rates and home prices, as one rises and the other falls, you can still make … Read more
With mortgage rates rising again, somewhat unexpectedly, a thought crossed my mind if you are currently home shopping. Two years ago, I brought up the idea of adjusting the maximum purchase price to a lower level when searching for a property. This post was prompted by several home sales that were exceeding demand at the … Read more
Have you ever wondered why you pay interest on a loan or earn interest on your savings? It all comes down to interest rates. Interest rates affect everything from mortgages and auto loans to the financial activities of businesses and governments. When you borrow money, you pay a fee to use it for a certain … Read more
Micro, small and medium enterprises are important to the country’s economy, promoting innovation, creating jobs and contributing to the gross domestic product. MSME loans provide funds needed to expand MSMEs or carry out day-to-day operations. However, the cost of these loans depends on the interest rate, which affects the financial health of MSMEs and their … Read more