Hoda Kotb Returns Home to a Colorful Birthday Surprise From Her Kids—After Sweet Reunion With Savannah Guthrie

"Today" show alum Hoda Kotb was welcomed back to her Long Island, NY, home by a heartwarming birthday surprise organized by her two daughters, Haley and Hope, after she enjoyed an emotional reunion with her former co-host, Savannah Guthrie. The 61-year-old, who owns a vacation property on the beach

Mortgage Calculator: Here’s How Much You Need To Buy a $430K Home at a 6.69% Rate, the Highest Rate This Year

The game has finally changed. Mortgage rates continued their upward climb this week, with the average rate on 30-year fixed home loans rising to 6.69% for the week ending Aug. 6, up 3 basis points from 6.66% the previous week, according to Freddie Mac. But notably, this marks the first time in 10 mo

Tips for Negotiating the Best Deal on a New Construction Home

Buying a new construction home comes with perks like modern layouts, new appliances, and the chance to personalize finishes, but it also comes with a different negotiation process than buying an existing home. While builders may be less likely to lower the purchase price, there are often opportuniti

What Is Sarah Pidgeon’s NYQ?

On a scale of Panna II to the Odeon, where does Sarah Pidgeon fit? This is NYQ, a series in which we find out how “New York” notable New Yorkers really are. More »