Inflation to bump Social Security pay in 2024
Inflation may be cooling, but not ending and that means monthly Social Security payments will get a bump in the new year.
Powerball jackpot soars to $1.73B for Wednesday’s drawing
After 35 straight drawings without a big winner, Powerball players will have a shot Wednesday at a near-record jackpot worth an estimated $1.73 billion.
Student loan repayment: Strategies for graduates facing the financial clock
The clock has run out - for now - and it’s time for millions of college graduates to pay up. Their first student loan payment in about three years is due Oct. 1. That’s because the government no longer has them on hold due to the pandemic.
Student loan repayment: Strategies for graduates facing the financial clock
The clock has run out - for now - and it’s time for millions of college graduates to pay up. Their first student loan payment in about three years is due Oct. 1. That’s because the government no longer has them on hold due to the pandemic.
How a government shutdown could affect student loan payments
With a government shutdown looming, student loan borrowers could face more headaches once student loan repayments resume after a three year pause. Here’s what you need to know.
How to spot a student loan scam
Personal finance expert Dan Roccato breaks down telltale signs that you may be falling victim to a student loan scam.
Here's how much it costs to raise a child in your state
Data shows the average annual cost to raise a child rose nearly 20% between 2016 and 2021.
Data reveals states with the highest credit card debt
Credit card debt topped $1 trillion nationwide.
Map: Here's the minimum annual income required to be middle class in each state
Inflation has surged in the past few years, peaking at 9% in June 2022. That means some families who were middle class in 2020 may no longer be in that category.
Durbin pushes lawmakers to pass Credit Card Competition Act
Lawmakers are once again pushing to make credit card use easier for consumers and retailers. Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin urged other lawmakers on Wednesday to pass the Credit Card Competition Act.
Student loan payments resume for first time since pandemic
Personal finance expert Rachel Cruze breaks down what you need to know as student loan payments resume.
How to save money on back-to-school shopping
Discount and dollar stores are a must-have for parents looking to save money during their back-to-school shopping.
Here is how you can avoid a tax refund shock next year
Next year’s tax refund shouldn’t be a shock to Americans if they take stock of their income taxes mid-year, according to Jackson Hewitt.
These are the most affordable states to buy a home
A new report reveals the top most affordable states in the U.S. But some states on the East Coast have particularly high home prices. Here’s what you need to know.
Fidelity reveals how much money you need to retire for the lifestyle 'you're hoping for'
Fidelity gives guidance to 'encourage people to save for retirement.'
Interest resumes on federal student loan debt
Friday is a day many student loan borrowers have not been looking forward to. Interest is once again accumulating on federal student loans, with payments starting up in October. Sam Kraemer has expert advice on how to avoid falling behind.
Student loan interest rates resume for first time in 3 years
After being paused for the past three years due to the pandemic, student loan interest rates will return starting this Friday.
These states will get a bigger slice of Biden's $39 billion student loan forgiveness pie
Borrowers in states with the highest borrowing rates are set to get the biggest share of Biden's student loan forgiveness under the new income-driven repayment plans.
More Americans turning to side hustles to supplement income
Mitchell Creasey, The President's Coach, talks about why more Americans are honing in on side hustles to help supplement their income.
Tips for moms looking to invest from home
Kiana Danial, CEO of Invest Diva, lays out some tips for stay-at-home moms looking to venture into the stock market.