Getting out of debt is a top New Year's resolution, study finds
Most consumers are considering a financial New Year's resolution, according to a recent study from Fidelity. Keep reading to learn how you can meet your financial goals in 2022.
Families are using the child tax credit to pay off debt, Census Bureau finds
Eligible households have been using the monthly payment to supplement household spending and pay off debt, data shows. But the future of the child tax credit hangs in the balance as the Biden administration struggles to pass the Build Back Better bill, which would extend the benefit through 2022.
Money-saving tips to make for a financially successful 2022
Derrick Kinney, author of "Good Money Revolution," dishes out helpful tips for making the most of your finances in 2022.
What can you use a personal loan for?
Learn what a personal loan is, how to get one, and some common personal loan uses.
5 New Year's financial resolutions for beginners to build better money habits in 2022
If your goal is to build better spending habits next year, consider these tips to meet your short-term and long-term goals.
Minimum wage increases across Cook County
Minimum wage increased across Cook County Saturday morning.
How to get a personal loan
If you’re wondering how to get a personal loan to consolidate debt or for any other reason, here’s what you need to know.
Graduates can save more money than ever as fixed student loan refinance rates set record low
Fixed student loan refinance rates set a new record low during the week of Dec. 13, which means that borrowers have the opportunity to reduce their monthly payments, pay off their loans faster and save more money on their college debt.
Tips for managing your money effectively heading into 2022
Bill Bloom from Bloom Financial dishes out helpful money management tips for the New Year.
Should I pay off my student loans or invest?
Not sure if you should pay off your student loans or invest your money? Here’s how to make the right choice for your situation.
Omicron variant drives decrease in mortgage rates: Freddie Mac
Mortgage interest rates decreased leading up to the Christmas holiday due to the spread of the COVID-19 omicron variant.
Stolen property, income from illegal activities must be reported on taxes, IRS says
If you made a profit through drug dealing, bribes or stolen property, the IRS says you have to list it on your income taxes.
Analyzing year-end bonus trends as we approach 2022
Michelle Reisdorf, district president for Robert Half in Illinois, breaks down some of the bonus and raise trends among employers as the pandemic pushes forward.
What is cash-out refinancing and how does it work?
Learn everything you need to know about cash-out refinancing and whether it could help you meet your financial goals.
CFPB opens investigation into buy now, pay later credit programs
The CFPB announced a new investigation into buy now, pay later (BNPL) credit programs, saying it is concerned they allow consumers to take on debt too easily.
The Neighbor Project aims to increase home ownership among working families
Rick Guzman, executive director of The Neighbor Project, talks about their mission of providing opportunites for working families to buy their first homes and revitalize local communities.
Personal loan interest rates creep up, but 5-year rates still lower than this time last year
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
How to pay off $50K in student loans
Here’s how to pay off $50K in student loans after you leave school.
Here are 3 ways to pay off holiday debt quickly
Growth in holiday spending could reach an all-time high in 2021. Here are ways to pay down your holiday debt quickly.
Student loan forbearance extension: What borrowers should know
The White House once again extended the federal student loan payment pause through May 2022, which means borrowers have 90 additional days to prepare for repayment.