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A basis point is one hundredth of a percent, or 0.01%. We describe mortgage rates’ ups and downs in basis points because they simplify comparisons. NerdWallet’s rates are expressed as an annual ...

Erin is a Senior Banking Writer at Forbes Advisor, bringing several years of experience in personal finance topics. She previously worked as a staff writer for Kiplinger.com, where she covered a broad ...

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The Emirates NBA Cup opens with 10 group-play games and a loaded slate of matchups. Here’s what to know before tonight’s action. Starting 5: Clutch performances galore Steph Curry erupts for 44 points ...

Weekend-long full closure of northbound I-5 begins at 11:59 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, to 5 a.m. Monday, Nov. 2. The closure limits are I-90 to Northeast 45th Street. Adjacent ramps and lanes along this ...

Erin is a Senior Banking Writer at Forbes Advisor, bringing several years of experience in personal finance topics. She previously worked as a staff writer for Kiplinger.com.

5 On Your Side: What to buy in October October has become the unofficial kickoff to the holiday sales season. Consumer Reports has advice on what to buy this month and how to make sure that the big ...