Gas prices dip as holiday season ends: AAA

The national average for a gallon of gas edged down slightly this week. Pump prices have declined due to weak gas demand and an uptick in supply.

These are the 5 states with the highest and lowest student loan debt balances

The most populated states in the country tend to have the highest student loan balances, while the least populated tend to have the lowest balances.

Student loan borrowers struggle to keep up with monthly payments: study

Student loans have become a burden for many borrowers, post-pandemic. Sixty percent of federal loan borrowers who had payments due in October didn’t make payments until mid-November, according to the Department of Education.

Auto insurance premiums and claims still on the rise: study

Add auto insurance premiums to the list of costs on the rise for drivers. Paired with rising claims, don't expect car insurance rates to dip anytime soon.

Americans are feeling more optimistic about the future of Social Security: survey

More Americans expect to get their Social Security benefits when they retire – in three prior readings, non-retirees were more inclined to predict they would not receive their benefits, a recent Gallup survey said.

Americans living in these states are worse off financially: survey

Americans nationwide are feeling the lingering impact of inflation on their wallets, but these three states have it the worst, according to a recent WalletHub survey.

Biden forgives another $4.8 billion in federal student loan debt, but alternative relief plan hits a snag

The Biden administration has forgiven a total of $132 billion in federal student loans for more than 3.6 million Americans, and all of it has bypassed the need for congressional approval.

12 percent of retired Americans plan to return to the workforce in 2024: survey

Some 12% of Americans said they planned to work again in the New Year, with 61% citing rising costs as the reason, a recent Resume Builder survey said.

Here's who may qualify for $10,000 in student debt relief under Biden's new forgiveness plan

The Biden administration has taken the next step toward its plan B for student loan forgiveness after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down its first debt forgiveness attempt.

Gas prices dip lower, an early present for travelers this holiday season: AAA

The national average for a gallon of gas resumed its gradual decline amid falling oil prices. If oil prices stay low, drivers can anticipate a continued drop in pump prices, AAA said.

Here's how high interest rates can help build your savings

The Federal Reserve's efforts to lower inflation have pushed interest rates to an all-time high, which means consumers pay more to borrow but could be earning more on savings, a recent survey by Santander said.

Social Security: COLA increasing but Medicare costs rising too in 2024

Social Security checks are increasing next year thanks to the annual cost of living adjustments (COLA). However, the standard monthly cost of Medicare Part B will increase by $9.80, or 6%, to $174.70 in 2024, according to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).

Gas prices’ downward trend continues – for now: AAA

Nationwide gas prices continue to fall. Lower gas demand has been a main contributor in limiting pump price increases amid rising oil prices, according to AAA.

Homeowners could save tens of thousands in damages by using smart devices

Homeowners may miss out on significant insurance discounts by overlooking the benefits of smart home devices, according to a Nationwide study.

Student loan payments render the holidays unaffordable for many: survey

Student loan repayments will make the season unaffordable for many Gen Z and millennials this year, according to a recent Credit Karma survey.