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Trump's executive order targets mortgage insurance, refinance costs. What it means for borrowers
23 October 2026Trump's executive order on housing aims to lower mortgage costs. Here's what it means for homeowners and buyers. -
Reported fraud losses among older Americans hit $3 billion in 2025 as losses of at least six figures surge, FTC report says
23 October 2026Older Americans in 2025 reported $2.1 billion in fraud losses of at least $100,000, which accounts for 70% of the $3 billion lost overall, an FTC report says. -
Musk's SpaceX stock gift is 'tip of the iceberg' for Trump Accounts, Altimeter's Gerstner says
21 October 2026Elon Musk’s planned SpaceX share gift through Trump Accounts could be the start of a broader philanthropic push, says Altimeter Capital CEO Brad Gerstner. -
As homeownership gets harder, more buyers are getting down payment help. What parents should know
20 October 2026As home prices rise, parents want to give money to their kids. Here's how to save on taxes when doing it, financial experts say. -
If Elon Musk gifts SpaceX stock through Trump Accounts, it will come with a catch
20 October 2026Elon Musk's planned SpaceX stock donation could come with strings attached if he uses Trump Accounts. New Treasury rules limit when shares can be sold.