Biden cancels $1.2 billion in student loans for borrowers enrolled in SAVE
The first batch of student debt cancellations under the SAVE plan is underway as President Joe Biden announced $1.2 billion in student loan forgiveness six months ahead of schedule.
No relief for seniors as big drop forecasted for Social Security COLA
Early estimates for Social Security benefits and cost of living adjustments are low as inflation slows, but seniors struggle to make ends meet.
Nearly 40% of Americans say they are behind on monthly bills: survey
The survey by LendingTree suggests that many people in the U.S. may still be struggling amid ongoing, high inflation.
Chase customers sue bank over 'predatory' fees on bounced checks
The customers say the fees are “junk fees” and the actions by the bank are “predatory.”
Student loan borrowers facing financial hardship may qualify for Biden’s new round of debt relief
Student loan borrowers dealing with serious financial hardship may qualify for Biden's new round of student loan forgiveness.
Poll: Most Americans feel they overpay on their taxes
A majority of U.S. taxpayers feel they pay too much in taxes, with many saying that they receive a poor value in return.
Some student loan borrowers are boycotting payments, but the risk is high: survey
Six in 10 student loan borrowers have missed payments since the student loan payment pause ended in October after a 42-month payment and interest accrual pause, a recent Intelligent.com survey said.
Gas prices jolted up by 12 cents as Indiana oil refinery remains closed: AAA
A shutdown oil refinery has led to a large increase in gas prices across the country.
US Department of Education supports colleges and students amid FAFSA delays
The U.S. Department of Education is stepping in to support colleges in sending out financial aid awards sooner to students after an inflation fix to the new FAFSA form delayed the timeline.
More student loan forgiveness is on the horizon, as U.S. colleges commit to cost transparency
Over 360 colleges have committed to being more transparent about their costs, while the U.S. Department of Education offers more loan forgiveness.
Consumers bought more secondhand items in 2023, but major purchases are back for 2024
Consumers were thrifty with their spending in 2023, but major purchases like homes and vehicles are expected to rise in 2024.
New York credit card surcharge law in effect: What to know, how to get your money back
The new law would limit credit card surcharges and require businesses to post the total price before checkout.
U.S. raises are trending down this year as the job market cools
Employers are planning to raise wages by 4%, on average this year, higher than 2021, but lower than 2023.
Missed student loan payments set to affect credit scores again by the end of 2024: Here’s how to prepare
Borrowers who miss student loan payments will see repercussions again by September, thankfully there are forgiveness options.
Gas and oil prices are on the rise as warm weather brings more demand
Gas prices are up from last month, but down $0.29 compared to last year.
House passes $78 billion tax bill expanding the child tax credit, its fate in the Senate remains to be seen
The child tax deduction expansion would make more of the credit refundable, helping millions of families.
2023 was the hottest year on record, driving up utility costs and homeowners insurance prices
Inflation and climate change lend to higher homeowners insurance rates, causing some homeowners to consider moving.
FAFSA inflation fix scheduled for mid-March, delays award notification until spring
The Department of Education said an inflation fix to FAFSA won’t come until mid-March, further delaying financial aid award notifications.
12 states qualify for the IRS Direct File pilot program: Is yours one of them?
On top of a new IRS tax filing system, an adjustment to the child tax credit may qualify families for higher credits.
Social inflation causing insurance rates to jump, no end in sight for rising premiums in 2024
Insurance rates are rising for customers as insurers struggle to deal with claim payouts.