What is a mortgage and how does it work? CNBC Select breaks down the mortgage process, including what your monthly payments actually cover.

How does a bridge loan work? A bridge loan is a form of short-term financing for borrowers who are ready to make an offer on their new home but haven't found a buyer for their current property yet.

Sen. Strom Thurmond of South Carolina famously staged one for 24 hours and 18 minutes — still the record — against civil rights legislation in 1957.

Zelle makes it easy, fast and affordable to send money digitally. But there are some things you should know before using it.

How does solar energy work? Technology allows us to harness solar energy in several different ways: photovoltaics, solar heating and cooling and concentrating solar power.

Diesel exhaust fluid, or DEF, is a key component in lowering pollutants emitted from diesel engines, helping to improve efficiency and reduce emissions.

What does the Fed do? The Federal Reserve is the central bank of the United States. Here’s how it influences interest rates, inflation, inflation expectations, economic growth, and more.

Discover what an OBD2 scanner is and how to use it to diagnose and fix car problems before they escalate into major repairs.

Key takeaways Interest can be charged when you borrow money or earned when you save. When you charge something on a credit card or take out a loan from a financial institution (student loan, auto ...

Schools can retool to make instruction more personalized and student-centered. But grading is a common sticking point.

How does gravity work? Gravity applies an effective force of mutual attraction to things with inertial mass, including physical matter and photons.