What is redlining? The history of racism in U.S. real estate
Redlining was an official policy that discouraged investment and home loans in Black neighborhoods. It is now illegal.
6 min read
Apr 05, 2024
Erin Lowry
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Erin Lowry is the author of the four-part Broke Millennial series, including: Broke Millennial, Broke Millennial Takes On Investing, Broke Millennial Talks Money and Broke Millennial Workbook: Take Control and Get Your Financial Life Together. Erin’s been featured in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and on GMA3, ABC News, CBS Sunday Morning, CNBC and The Rachael Ray Show. She has written for The New York Times, USA Today, and other major publications.
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FAFSA results are now delayed until March: What this means for financial aid
The FAFSA update is slated to add an additional $1.8 billion in need-based student aid, but colleges and universities won’t receive the new information until March, according to the DOE.
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Massachusetts housing market: Everything you need to know
Prices are high here, especially in Boston, and inventory is scarce.
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