Gas prices drop below $4 again, AAA says
Gas prices slid back below $4 per gallon last week as demand continues to fall, according to AAA.
Social Security benefits could increase at decades-high rate in 2023: The Senior Citizens League
Social Security benefits will likely increase next year as inflation fluctuates, according to the latest forecast from The Senior Citizens League.
Inflation Reduction Act: Here's what it means for your wallet
President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act on Tuesday, which some experts have said could lower the cost of health care for many families.
How long does a car accident stay on your record?
How long does an accident stay on your record? The answer is typically three to five years, depending on your state and insurer. Learn more.
Will the student loan payment pause be extended? CEOs say it’s likely.
Payments for federally backed student loans have been suspended since the pandemic began in March 2020 — they’re set to resume Sept. 1 unless the Biden administration steps in.
Which EVs qualify for new US tax credit? Websites offer help
President Joe Biden signed Democrats’ landmark climate change and health care bill into law on Tuesday. It includes a tax credit of up to $7,500 that could be used to defray the cost of purchasing an electric vehicle.
7 ways to pay off student loans faster
If you want to get out of student loan debt but don’t have the money to pay your student loans in full, these 7 ways can help you pay off your loans faster.
Truist launches bank accounts with no overdraft fees
Truist announced new bank accounts with no overdraft fees as well as added protections such as a negative balance buffer up to $100.
This is how many shoppers use credit cards for BNPL purchases: survey
Buy now, pay later users are struggling to make their payments. This is how many are using using a credit card to do so.
Economists question whether US is currently in a recession
Economists are questioning if the U.S. could be in a recession after the most recent employment report showed strength in the job market.
Personal loan interest rates continue to climb: 3-year loans still lower than this time last year
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Here’s how to find out if the Equifax credit error impacted you
An Equifax glitch has left thousands of consumers unsettled and worried about how the error could affect their credit scores and reports. If you bought a house or a car this spring, here’s what you need to know.
Inflation and recession risk mean buy now, pay later isn't going anywhere: report
Consumers are continuing to use buy now, pay later to make purchases, even as recession risk grows, according to a new report.
Personal loan rates tick up: 3-year loans still lower than same time last year
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
US service members eligible for PSLF are short on time to apply under new rules, CFPB warns
Service members could potentially have thousands of dollars in federal student debt forgiven if they apply to have these loans credited under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program before the October deadline.
Gas prices drop amid wavering consumer demand, AAA says
Gas prices fell last week as consumer demand dropped from last year, and this downward trend could continue in the coming weeks, according to AAA.
Democratic lawmakers urge Biden to extend student loan payment pause
Lawmakers have urged the Biden administration to extend the current student loan payment pause past the end of August.
Georgia to allow people to claim unborn children as dependents on taxes
Georgia families expecting a child can now claim any embryos with a detectible heartbeat as a dependent on their state taxes.
Personal loans increasingly used by financially vulnerable consumers, J.D. Power report says – here’s why
A report from J.D. Power said financially vulnerable consumers are increasingly leaning on personal loans to help them pay down debt.
These are the top retirement income concerns for many older Americans, according to a survey
In a recent survey, many older Americans said inflation is changing their retirement plans.