Car insurance rates 'aren't skyrocketing' despite 4% annual inflation: report

Record-high price inflation has resulted in car insurance rate increases over the past year, but average rates are actually about the same as they were before the pandemic.

Venmo Text Scam: Good Samaritan has over $4K stolen by man using mobile payment app: report

A North Carolina man says he was scammed out of thousands of dollars by a stranger who used a mobile payment app after borrowing his cell phone to make what he thought was an emergency phone call.

These 2.4M borrowers may not get student loan forgiveness

Americans with private student debt wouldn't meet the eligibility requirements for widespread federal loan forgiveness that's proposed by prominent Democrats.

Student loan forgiveness programs: Which one is best for you?

Student loan forgiveness programs can cancel all or part of your federal student loans. Learn how they work and if you’re eligible.

Should you get a wedding loan to pay for your big day?

Wedding loans provide a lump sum to pay for goods and services on your big day. Here’s a look at what they offer and how to shop for the right loan.

7 tips on how to pay for college

Wondering how to pay for college? Consider these ways to cover college costs and reduce education expenses.

Biden administration cancels another $415M in student loan debt: Do you qualify?

Nearly 16,000 borrowers will receive $415 million in student loan cancellation after the Education Department approved a round of borrower defense claims on Feb. 16.

5 ways to improve your credit score in 2022

Building your credit history can be as simple as checking your credit report for errors and improving your on-time payment history.

Electric vehicle sales hit record high in 2021, KBB reports

EV sales increased 72% year-over-year, according to KBB, but there are some important costs of EV ownership that drivers should consider.

What to know about student loan forgiveness for doctors

If you have hefty medical school debt, you might be eligible for student loan forgiveness for doctors. Learn more about the different forgiveness options.

Seeking debt relief? Here’s how credit counseling can help

Nonprofit credit counseling agencies offer free or low-cost financial services for consumers who are struggling to manage debt or considering bankruptcy. Here's what a credit counselor can do for you.

Private student loan rates continue downward trend

The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.

Inflation hits new 40-year high in January

Inflation surged to a new 40-year high in January. This comes as the Federal Reserve is expected to raise interest rates next month to combat inflation levels.

5 ways to use your tax refund strategically

Taxpayers received an average tax refund of nearly $3,000 in 2021, according to the IRS, and it's possible to use this cash windfall to improve your financial situation.