5 reasons why millennials should buy life insurance now: expert

Millennials are increasingly thinking about life insurance. Here are five reasons why they should buy life insurance now.

Biden administration has cancelled $1.5B in student loan debt so far: Who could benefit next

The Biden Administration has erased $1.5 billion worth of college debt under loan forgiveness programs for 92,000 borrowers who met certain eligibility requirements. See if you qualify, and consider alternative loan repayment programs.

How federal rules make it impossible for people with disabilities to save for future

Roughly 10 million Americans, including many in the Bay Area, can’t keep more than $2,000 in their bank account without losing both their income and their healthcare. How are they supposed to plan for a rainy day?

Biden doesn't have authority to cancel student debt, Pelosi says: What to do with your college loans

Speaker Pelosi contradicted prominent Democratic lawmakers when it comes to student loan cancellation, saying that Biden doesn't have the executive authority to discharge loans. See what you can do with your loans in the meantime.

5 surprising things that can prevent you from getting life insurance

There are many legitimate reasons for being denied life insurance coverage, especially if you have a history of high-risk behavior.

How much is nursing school?

Although nursing school can be pricey, you can pay for it using a variety of funding options, including student loans, scholarships and grants.

What’s the time frame for getting a student loan?

Getting a student loan could take a few weeks to a few months, depending on whether you choose federal or private funding.

Average personal loan interest rate is 9.58%, Fed reports, but you may qualify for a lower rate

Personal loans are often used to pay off high-interest credit card debt or finance an unexpected expense. To get the lowest rates for your situation, it's important to shop around and compare loan terms across online lenders.

Free money for all? Mayors hope local tests bring big change

In experiments across the country, dozens of cities and counties are giving some low-income residents a guaranteed income of $500 to $1,000 each month to do with as they please, and tracking what happens.

NY releases some rent aid, but lawmakers say it's too little

New York state has sent out just $117,000 in coronavirus pandemic rent relief money to help bail out struggling landlords and tenants as of Thursday, and lawmakers say that is far too little.

Student loan refinancing saves borrowers nearly $17K, thanks to historically low rates

Borrowers who refinanced student loan debt into a new loan on Credible saved thousands of dollars while decreasing the term of the loan by getting a low, fixed interest rate. Compare your repayment options to decide if refinancing is right for you.