IRS Direct File officially launches, offering free tax filing in these 12 states
Taxpayers in the 12 states who have very simple W-2s and claim a standard deduction may be eligible to use the free online tool this tax season.
Taxpayers in the 12 states who have very simple W-2s and claim a standard deduction may be eligible to use the free online tool this tax season.
These 5 states rake in the most Social Security benefits
The average Social Security benefit is just under $2000, but there are ways to boost that amount.
The average Social Security benefit is just under $2000, but there are ways to boost that amount.
The two things Biden proposed to shake up the housing market
The president wants to make housing more affordable through a pair of tax credits. Here’s how it works.
The president wants to make housing more affordable through a pair of tax credits. Here’s how it works.
Credit card balances surge past trillion dollar mark as Americans struggle to build savings
Credit card balances surged in the fourth quarter, but new card originations slowed as banks tightened lending standards, according to a recent TransUnion report.
Credit card balances surged in the fourth quarter, but new card originations slowed as banks tightened lending standards, according to a recent TransUnion report.
CFPB finalizes rule capping credit card late fees at $8 on average
A new CFPB rule caps credit card late fees to 25% of the required payment and ends the automatic inflation adjustment for these charges.
A new CFPB rule caps credit card late fees to 25% of the required payment and ends the automatic inflation adjustment for these charges.
Doing taxes drives younger generations to tears
One in four Gen Z-ers responding to a recent poll said they'll need help from a therapist to recover from the experience of filing their taxes.
One in four Gen Z-ers responding to a recent poll said they'll need help from a therapist to recover from the experience of filing their taxes.
Americans in this state are the biggest tax procrastinators: survey
Wyoming topped the list as the state with the biggest procrastination problem for the second year running, according to the IPX 1031 survey.
Wyoming topped the list as the state with the biggest procrastination problem for the second year running, according to the IPX 1031 survey.
US Department of Labor announces $200 million in grants to help build apprenticeship programs
In-demand industries like healthcare, cybersecurity and education are getting millions in funding to develop apprenticeship programs.
In-demand industries like healthcare, cybersecurity and education are getting millions in funding to develop apprenticeship programs.
North Carolina's insurance rates hike denied, rates in other states still rising
North Carolina's homeowners insurance rates won't go up by the requested 42.2%, but Californians will see their rates rise by 30%, on average.
North Carolina's homeowners insurance rates won't go up by the requested 42.2%, but Californians will see their rates rise by 30%, on average.
Will I face a 'tax bomb' on student loan forgiveness?
Student loan forgiveness could have some tax consequences down the line. Experts say there are several situations that can lead to a “student loan tax bomb.”
Student loan forgiveness could have some tax consequences down the line. Experts say there are several situations that can lead to a “student loan tax bomb.”
Cities where Americans are under the most financial stress
WalletHub ranked 100 cities to determine which was populated with residents experiencing the highest levels of financial stress.
WalletHub ranked 100 cities to determine which was populated with residents experiencing the highest levels of financial stress.
Gas prices rise as drivers hit the road for spring break: AAA
The national average cost for a gallon of gas increased to $3.31 per gallon.
The national average cost for a gallon of gas increased to $3.31 per gallon.
Some Americans will receive a second Social Security check this week – here's why
Here's why some Social Security recipients will receive two checks this week.
Here's why some Social Security recipients will receive two checks this week.
Tax Scammers and AI: Are You at Risk?
5 Simple Steps to Protect Your Tax Refund from scammers using AI
5 Simple Steps to Protect Your Tax Refund from scammers using AI
Credit card interest rates predicted to fall, but debt remains high
Credit card debt and consumer debt as a whole is growing, but interest rates are predicted to drop this year.
Credit card debt and consumer debt as a whole is growing, but interest rates are predicted to drop this year.
Many drivers spending over 30 percent of their monthly income on auto loans, car insurance costs also rising
With rising insurance costs and auto loan costs, drivers are struggling to keep up with payments.
With rising insurance costs and auto loan costs, drivers are struggling to keep up with payments.
Child tax credit expansion: Don’t wait to file, IRS says
If the child tax credit expansion bill passes the Senate, and you’ve already filed your taxes for 2023, the IRS can recalculate your taxes to see if you’re eligible for a larger refund after the fact.
If the child tax credit expansion bill passes the Senate, and you’ve already filed your taxes for 2023, the IRS can recalculate your taxes to see if you’re eligible for a larger refund after the fact.
46 percent of retirees have no plan if savings run out, nearly quarter of Gen Z doesn’t expect to retire
Almost half of retirees worry their money won't outlive them, and some generations worry about ever having enough to retire.
Almost half of retirees worry their money won't outlive them, and some generations worry about ever having enough to retire.
Some student loan forgiveness programs are set to end this year – here’s what to do if this affects you
The Fresh Start, on-ramp and IDR repayment adjustments are all ending their enrollment periods this year.
The Fresh Start, on-ramp and IDR repayment adjustments are all ending their enrollment periods this year.
Students may qualify for a financial aid refund from their college under new Education Department proposal
With FAFSA errors and rising education costs, the return of unused financial aid may be a welcome relief to students.
With FAFSA errors and rising education costs, the return of unused financial aid may be a welcome relief to students.