White House officially launches plan to lower student loan paymentsThe Biden administration officially launched the SAVE plan, which could save many borrowers about $2,000 a year in payments.
Feds say company used 'Biden Loan Forgiveness' to scam borrowersTwo companies are accused of taking advantage of the uncertainty in student loan debt forgiveness to scam borrowers.
Looking for a new car under $20,000? Good luck. Just 1 remainsWith prices for new and used cars having soared since the pandemic, $20,000 is no longer much of a starting point for a new vehicle.
BBB finds some debt relief and credit repair companies fail consumersThe Better Business Bureau has received more than 12,700 complaints and negative reviews about the industry since 2020.
Need help? Beware of fake customer service phone numbersWhen you need help, it's tempting to look up a customer service phone number online. But these days that can be very dangerous.
Should you shop now for Halloween decorations or wait?Stores are already stocked with Halloween merchandise and decor. Should you grab some now, or wait a few weeks for better deals?
Borrowers on edge as federal student loan payments are set to restartThe Department of Education estimates 43 million Americans owe a collective $1.6 trillion in federal student loan debt.
Age of first-time homebuyer reaches record highThe average age of the first-time buyer is now 36.
Landlord frustrated by scammers stealing her rental listingsA landlord says scammers keep stealing her rental ads and taking money from innocent renters who think the ads are real.
Rising home prices means more home equity for homeownersAmerican homeowners now have an average of $200,000 in equity.
Biden administration can proceed with forgiving 804,000 student loansThe Biden administration announced fixes that make it easier for those who have been paying their student loans for decades to have their debt wiped.
Catalytic converter locks and alarms: Do they work?With catalytic converter theft as bad as ever, we find out if a lock or alarm might help you protect yours.
New congestion pricing plan in Manhattan draws debateNYC gets green light for 2024 Manhattan congestion pricing - $24 rush hour, $17 off-peak toll.
Frustrated homebuyers being outbid again and againHomebuyers hoping for a better market are finding themselves shut out more than last year, getting outbid on multiple homes.
US credit card debt now over $1 trillion. How to cut down your debtThe milestone comes as credit card interest rates exceed 20%.
Inflation rate increases for first time in over a yearFood and shelter prices continue to increase, but data shows wages are more than keeping up with inflation.
Experts advise against taking money out of your 401(k)Financial distress is leading Americans to pull money out of their 401(k) retirement plans at an alarming rate.
Tide detergent box gets smaller, but is it really shrinkflation?A woman noticed that her Tide detergent box was smaller than an old one. But then she learned why it may not be a case of shrinkflation.
How to boost your credit score, as credit card debt reaches recordCredit card debt among Americans reached a record $1 trillion at the end of July, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis.
Hate doing laundry? Poplin is like Uber for dirty clothesPoplin may be the answer if you struggle to get your laundry done every week, especially if you have several active children.
Fraudulent bank accounts resurface at Wells FargoU.S. banking giant Wells Fargo confessed to creating millions of fake accounts from 2002 to 2016. Now, new troubles have come to light.
Back-to-school tech items are now on saleExperts say you should check your school's website for guidelines about choosing a laptop.
Mega Millions jackpot soars to record $1.55 billionThe odds of winning the jackpot are 1 in 302.6 million.
Why walkable neighborhoods are hot when it comes to home salesA new study from the National Association of Realtors shows that Americans who live in a walkable community have a higher quality of life.
Going to grad school may not be worth it, research findsThe report found about a third of institutions show their students owe more on their loans than they initially borrowed.
The IRS hopes to go paperless by 2025 filing tax seasonThe IRS receives about 76 million paper tax returns and forms and 125 million pieces of correspondence a year.
Looking for free school supplies? Here’s where to find itFamilies with children plan to spend around $890 on back-to-school items this year, according to the National Retail Federation.
Could climbing interest rates tame home prices?Some potential home buyers have decided to rent for another year rather than purchase at current higher rates.
Student loan borrowers can begin applying for lower paymentsThose seeking income-driven repayment plans can now apply for lower monthly installments as student loan payments resume this fall.
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