How student loan debt grew to $1.6T and what can debtholders do to reduce theirs
Since 2003, the total national student loan debt surged by 602.5% to nearly $1.7 trillion, according to educationdata.org.
Since 2003, the total national student loan debt surged by 602.5% to nearly $1.7 trillion, according to educationdata.org.
How much should life insurance cost? See the breakdown by age, term and policy size
Life insurance can be a small price to pay if it guarantees peace of mind that your loved ones will be financially stable in the event of your untimely death.
Life insurance can be a small price to pay if it guarantees peace of mind that your loved ones will be financially stable in the event of your untimely death.
Summer spending up as COVID-19 vaccinations increase, survey finds - but there are ways you can save money
Spending is up as economies open back up. But as socialization increases, Americans are feeling the pinch.
Spending is up as economies open back up. But as socialization increases, Americans are feeling the pinch.
Fixed student loan rates fall, variable rates creep back up — but remain relatively low
Our goal here at Credible Operations, Inc., NMLS Number 1681276, referred to as "Credible" below, is to give you the tools and confidence you need to improve your finances.
Our goal here at Credible Operations, Inc., NMLS Number 1681276, referred to as "Credible" below, is to give you the tools and confidence you need to improve your finances.
What are the federal student loan limits for the 2021-22 school year?
Federal Direct loans come with set borrowing limits, which are dependent upon a number of factors. Keep reading to learn the federal student loan limits for the 2021-22 school year.
Federal Direct loans come with set borrowing limits, which are dependent upon a number of factors. Keep reading to learn the federal student loan limits for the 2021-22 school year.
Personal loans for small business: What to know
Personal loans enable you to launch or grow your business and are a great option if you don’t qualify for a small-business loan.
Personal loans enable you to launch or grow your business and are a great option if you don’t qualify for a small-business loan.
Borrowers who consolidated credit card debt saved $2K+ on average, data shows
It's easy to get in over your head with credit card debt, but debt payoff can seem much more difficult. With the right financial products, though, getting rid of your credit card balances can be totally manageable.
It's easy to get in over your head with credit card debt, but debt payoff can seem much more difficult. With the right financial products, though, getting rid of your credit card balances can be totally manageable.
Variable student loan refinance rates hit 18-month low
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
The latest trends in interest rates for student loan refinancing from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Comparing private student loan rates can save borrowers $5K+, data shows
Undergraduate students may need additional financial assistance when federal student aid and Direct unsubsidized loans don't cover the total cost of higher education. Read more about using private student loans to bridge the gap, and see how shopping around for an interest-rate reduction can save you money in the long run.
Undergraduate students may need additional financial assistance when federal student aid and Direct unsubsidized loans don't cover the total cost of higher education. Read more about using private student loans to bridge the gap, and see how shopping around for an interest-rate reduction can save you money in the long run.
Looking to pay down high-interest debt? Here are 3 expert-approved methods
Managing debt has consistently been a focus for Americans and it's seemingly no different following the COVID-19 pandemic. So VantageScore is offering tips on how to pay down debt.
Managing debt has consistently been a focus for Americans and it's seemingly no different following the COVID-19 pandemic. So VantageScore is offering tips on how to pay down debt.
Child tax credit: Treasury, IRS disburse second round of payments
According to the IRS and Treasury Department, a technical issue will cause a small percentage of those who chose direct deposits to receive a physical check this month.
According to the IRS and Treasury Department, a technical issue will cause a small percentage of those who chose direct deposits to receive a physical check this month.
Biden admin reverses Trump-era student loan policy limiting state oversight: Are you impacted?
Biden's Education Department recently rolled back Trump-era regulations that limited the authority of the states to oversee borrower protections for federal student loans. See how your loans may be impacted.
Biden's Education Department recently rolled back Trump-era regulations that limited the authority of the states to oversee borrower protections for federal student loans. See how your loans may be impacted.
College students headed back to school: Here's how to borrow student loans strategically
Rising college students are getting ready to head to college this fall, which means it's time to start thinking about borrowing student loans. Compare your options in this analysis.
Rising college students are getting ready to head to college this fall, which means it's time to start thinking about borrowing student loans. Compare your options in this analysis.
Biden administration issues 'final extension' of student loan payment pause: Is cancellation next?
Federal student loan borrowers will not have to make payments on their federal loans until February 2022, thanks to the final extension from Education Department.
Federal student loan borrowers will not have to make payments on their federal loans until February 2022, thanks to the final extension from Education Department.
Several colleges, universities cancel tuition debt for students for COVID-19 relief
More and more colleges and universities are canceling tuition debt for students in hopes of providing financial relief during the COVID-19 pandemic.
More and more colleges and universities are canceling tuition debt for students in hopes of providing financial relief during the COVID-19 pandemic.
You may be denied home insurance coverage if you have one of these 10 dog breeds
Depending on the type of dog you have, your homeowners insurance policy may not fully protect you in the event of a dog bite or other related injury. Learn more about home insurance dog breed restrictions and your options for staying covered.
Depending on the type of dog you have, your homeowners insurance policy may not fully protect you in the event of a dog bite or other related injury. Learn more about home insurance dog breed restrictions and your options for staying covered.
July jobs report: US adds 943K jobs, unemployment rate drops to 5.4%
Hiring surged in July as U.S. employers added 943,000 jobs. The unemployment rate dropped to 5.4% from 5.9% in June.
Hiring surged in July as U.S. employers added 943,000 jobs. The unemployment rate dropped to 5.4% from 5.9% in June.
5-year fixed personal loan rates inch up, but still cheaper than last year
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Two student loan servicers end federal contracts, deserting 10M borrowers — are you impacted?
Nearly 10 million borrowers will have their student loans reassigned to a new servicer. See how you can ensure a smooth transition.
Nearly 10 million borrowers will have their student loans reassigned to a new servicer. See how you can ensure a smooth transition.
Survey says most Americans overpaying for car insurance: How to lower your rate now
Most drivers think they are paying a fair price for their car insurance, but experts disagree.
Most drivers think they are paying a fair price for their car insurance, but experts disagree.