If you’re in the market for a new home, or you’re thinking about refinancing your current mortgage, you may have faced some challenges. With high mortgage rates and a limited inventory of homes to contend with, it can be difficult to find affordable options. But, doing so isn’t impossible. That’s especially true if you have a strong credit score and …

It’s usually a wise idea to save money now for expenses you may face in the future. After all, you never know when a financial emergency might happen. And when one does, you’ll likely want a financial safety net to fall back on. “Things are going to happen,” says William Thompson, CFP and financial planner at Valor Wealth Partners, LLC. …

Saving money can be a challenge in an economy with persistent inflation. After all, if your money doesn’t earn a return that’s at least equal to inflation, it will lose buying power. But, a certificate of deposit (CD) can help. That’s because today’s leading accounts come with higher returns than the current inflation rate. However, strong current returns aren’t the …