Average US credit scores are rising — how to keep your credit score high
The average American credit score is rising. Here’s what you can do to ensure your score is at its best.
Millennials' assets exceed $10 trillion, data shows -- 3 tips on how to save more money
Millennials’ assets are higher than ever, but they’re also dealing with significant debt. Here are some money tips you can use to pay down debt, build your savings, and achieve your financial goals.
How can borrowers recover from student loan default?
Student loan default can have serious consequences. You may be able to avoid default by choosing the right payment plan or refinancing to reduce monthly payments.
Fixed-rate student loan refinancing rates drop near low
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
US unemployment claims rise to 770,000 with layoffs still high
The four-week average of claims, which smooths out weekly variations, dropped to 746,000, the lowest since late November.
IRS will delay tax filing deadline until May 17
The IRS began sending out a new round of $1,400 checks to qualifying households over the weekend, in the midst of the current, truncated tax season that opened on Feb. 12.
Is it worth paying for credit monitoring?
Many services are free, but some important benefits and features may be missing.
How to get financial assistance if you didn't receive a stimulus check
You have financial options to stay afloat even if you aren’t getting a stimulus check.
Trying to save $25,000 in a year? Consider these strategies
Would you like to have $25,000 in your savings account? You can achieve this savings goal in a single year by sticking to a budget and savings plan.
How to prepare for post-pandemic auto insurance hikes
Here are the biggest ways you can save money on auto insurance when premiums increase after the pandemic.
Do you need a personal loan during a crisis? Questions to ask yourself
Before applying for a personal loan, ask yourself these questions.
Will private student loans be forgiven? 3 ways borrowers can manage their debt now
Student loan forgiveness may be in the cards, but not for a while — and only for certain types of loans.
Wells Fargo, Chase criticized over timing of third stimulus check delivery
Millions of Americans are poised to receive direct cash payments worth up to $1,400.
How should I invest future stimulus checks?
With cash on the way in the form of pandemic-related stimulus checks, many Americans face a tough question – what to do with the money?
What to know about pay-per-mile car insurance
This is what you need to know before signing up for a pay-per-mile auto insurance policy.
How to know you're financially prepared to remodel your house
Being confined to your home during the coronavirus pandemic may have opened your eyes to the endless ways to improve it. But home improvements can be costly, and how do your know when you’re financially ready to take on such a project? Find out how much you should borrow and get the best personal loan to meet your goals.
Layoffs ease as unemployment claims drop to 712,000
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 712,000, the lowest total since early November.
COVID relief plan will help millions of NY children, lawmaker says
The legislation will assist most Americans, providing up to $1,400 stimulus checks to those making $80,000 a year or less. But the centerpiece of the legislation is the child tax credit.
Should you refinance your student loans now? Here's what to know
Before you refinance student loans, consider the financial pros and cons.
$3,000 child tax credit: Here’s what parents need to know
The massive coronavirus relief bill slowly working its way to President Joe Biden’s desk includes a plan to temporarily raise a child tax credit that could end up permanently changing the way the country deals with child poverty.