Questions on why Pandit had to leave.

As it becomes increasingly clear that Vikram Pandit was forced out as chief executive of Citigroup (C) on Oct. 16, the question for the board is why.

Pleasant news: Mortgage rates rose slightly

Mortgage rates rose slightly on Tuesday, even though financial markets were fully closed due to Hurricane Sandy.  The market closure meant that there was no trading on the secondary mortgage market, but most lenders remained open, and released rate sheets accordingly.

FICO researchers explain how to earn high credit scores!

Bankers helped enrich the lives of more than 130,000 American children by participating in Get Smart About Credit Day during October. The American Bankers Association Education Foundation and its partner banks staged financial literacy events in over 450 communities.