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Key insight: The court declared that Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Director Russell Vought’s decision not to request funding for the agency was a “transparent display of…

Owning a home has several federal income tax advantages including the deductibility of mortgage interest and real estate taxes. Many homeowners may not be aware of…

Key insight: Federal Reserve Vice Chair for Supervision Michelle Bowman said the central bank’s forthcoming proposals to modernize liquidity rules and facilities will take into account…

What’s at stake: New eligibility rules that took effect Sunday bar lawful permanent residents from accessing SBA programs. Supporting data: Lending in the agency’s flagship 7(a) loan…

I’ve long said that the banks weren’t interested in mortgages anymore.Their distaste for home loans probably began post-2008 when several were forced to close their doors.…

Key insight: A federal judge rejected the banking industry’s argument that the state law is preempted by the federal National Bank Act.What’s at stake: The ruling…

Since Roth IRAs became first available in 1998, many federal employees have contributed to Roth IRAs. While there are no income benefits when contributing to a…

Key insight: The SBA is backtracking on a policy, instituted last year, that had permitted modest participation in its lending program by noncitizens who are in…

President Donald Trump speaks during the 56th annual World Economic Forum, in Davos, Switzerland, Jan. 21, 2026.Jonathan Ernst | ReutersPresident Donald Trump on Wednesday floated the…

Key insight: Merchant groups have praised Trump’s support for the Credit Card Competition Act. What’s at stake: Card issuers face pressure to lower rates and fees. Forward look:…