Biden administration has canceled $1.5B in student loans via borrower defense: How to apply
The Biden administration approved $1.5 billion worth of borrower defense to repayment applications between January and July. You may qualify for a borrower defense discharge if your school misled you or violated state law.
Survey finds credit cards are the main source of debt for Americans
Beverly Harzog from U.S. News and World Report talks about their findings from a recent survey on Americans in debt.
Wells Fargo study shows most Americans not ready for natural disasters: How you can prepare
Americans are not prepared physically or financially for natural disasters, according to a new study from Wells Fargo. Here's how you can prepare.
Mortgage rates rise over 3% for first time since June: Freddie Mac data
Interest for a 30-year mortgage rose above 3% for the first time since June after their largest single-week increase since February. But many homeowners can still benefit from a mortgage refinance.
Average private student loan interest rates remain low, data shows: How you can lock in a good rate
Private student loan rates are different from federal student loan rates because they can vary depending on a number of factors. See how you can qualify for the lowest fixed and variable rates on a private loan in this analysis.
Navient wants to exit the federal student loan program, impacting 6M borrowers
Navient wants to transfer its federal student loan servicing contract to a new company. Here's what to do if you're one of the 6 million borrowers impacted by this decision.
Biden administration extends additional mortgage relief options for FHA loans
The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) announced new forbearance options for homeowners who are struggling to make their mortgage payments.
10-year fixed student loan rates jump to highest point since April
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Sallie Mae gives tips for completing your FAFSA application: What is the best student loan option for you?
Sallie Mae released a new FAFSA application tool and tips to make getting federal aid easier. Here are tips for filing for FAFSA and other student loan options.
Senate blocks bill to suspend debt limit, avert government shutdown that may delay Social Security
The Treasury Department has taken extraordinary measures to avoid a financial crisis since the previous debt issuance suspension period expired. But without a new debt limit, the federal budget will hit reach the debt ceiling.
How to find the best travel credit cards
Travel credit cards can save you money on your next vacation, but make sure their benefits outweigh any fees.
FEMA's new flood insurance methodology could cause rate drop for 1.2M policyholders, data shows
The National Flood Insurance Program is getting its first update in about 40 years, and 1.2 million homeowners will see their rates decrease.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness program called ‘broken’ & ‘confusing’ after Biden admin. asks for feedback
Ninety-eight percent of PSLF applications are rejected, typically because of an issue with the qualifying repayment plan. The Education Department has given borrowers the chance to submit feedback about the federal student loan program — here's what they're saying.
Will the days of sub-3% mortgage rates soon be behind us? One expert thinks so
Mortgage rates are holding steady, but one expert says the days of sub-3% interest rates could be over.
COVID-19 driving more millennials to buy life insurance than Gen X & Boomers, study finds
As the pandemic continues across the U.S., it is pushing more Millennials to look into life insurance.
What to do if you don't qualify for $9.5B worth of student loan forgiveness under Biden in 2021
See if you qualify for student loan repayment assistance like IDR plans, permanent disability discharges and refinancing. (iStock)
Schumer renews calls for Biden to cancel $50K in student loan debt per borrower
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer calls for student loan forgiveness of $50,000 per borrower.
Eviction moratorium update: Warren, progressives introduce bill aimed at extending ban
As the COVID-19 Delta variant continues to spread throughout the United States, Democratic lawmakers have introduced a bill to reinstate the expired eviction moratorium.
FSA prepares for 'unprecedented task' of resuming student loan payments after forbearance
The coronavirus pandemic led to a payment pause on federal student loans, but that temporary relief has a definitive end date of Jan. 31, 2022. See how you can prepare for when payments restart in February.
Failure to raise debt ceiling may delay Social Security, child tax credits: What to do if you need money now
The federal government may soon default on its financial obligations unless lawmakers raise or suspend the debt ceiling before the start of the next fiscal year on Oct. 1.