Should I pay off my student loans or invest?

Not sure if you should pay off your student loans or invest your money? Here’s how to make the right choice for your situation.

US home prices surged nearly 19% in October as market continues to boom

U.S. home prices surged again in October as the housing market continues to boom in the wake of last year’s coronavirus recession.

NYC COVID surge: $100 booster shot incentive in NYC

New York City is giving $100 to any resident who gets a COVID booster at a City-run or SOMOS clinic by Dec. 31, announced Mayor Bill de Blasio.

How to pay off $50K in student loans

Here’s how to pay off $50K in student loans after you leave school.

Here are 3 ways to pay off holiday debt quickly

Growth in holiday spending could reach an all-time high in 2021. Here are ways to pay down your holiday debt quickly.

Student loan forbearance extension: What borrowers should know

The White House once again extended the federal student loan payment pause through May 2022, which means borrowers have 90 additional days to prepare for repayment.

Does debt consolidation hurt your credit? What you need to know

Debt consolidation lets you roll several high-interests debts into one manageable payment. Find out whether it hurts your credit.

Tips for spotting and avoiding personal loan scams

Personal loan scams have been on the rise. Here are six red flags that can help you identify scammers and find reputable personal loan lenders.

Biden extends federal student loan payment pause until May 1

President Joe Biden has extended the student loan payment freeze by 90 days through May 1, 2022, “as we manage the ongoing pandemic and further strengthen our economic recovery.”

How much does it cost to refinance a student loan?

Refinancing may make your student loan debt more manageable. And in most cases, there’s no upfront cost. (iStock)

Final child tax credit payments issued as Manchin pulls support for Build Back Better

The Build Back Better bill is a $1.7 trillion social safety net that includes investments in climate change, health care and child care, which includes expanding child tax credit (CTC) payments through 2022.

Holiday shopping held back by COVID financial impact, survey shows

COVID-19 continues to put a strain on finances this holiday season, however spending is expected to increase from last year, according to a new survey. Here's what to do if you are struggling financially.

Zelle scam: Police renew warning about money transfer app

Police have another warning about the ways scammers are using money transfer apps to target victims and their bank accounts.

Fed eyes up to 3 interest rate hikes in 2022 to address high inflation

Fed officials also plan to accelerate the central bank's tapering of bond purchases as they adjust their economic outlook on high inflation.

Senators urge Biden administration to simplify military student loan forgiveness program

Members of the military may qualify to have the remaining balance of their student loan debt forgiven under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. But with strict documentation requirements, Congress is calling for additional student loan benefits for borrowers who served in the Armed Forces.

Warren, Schumer 'strongly urge' Biden to extend student loan forbearance and cancel debt

Progressive lawmakers are calling for the Education Department to extend the forbearance period as federal student loan borrowers are set to resume payments in February.