Here's how to prepare to pay back your student loans once the pandemic payment freeze ends

The Supreme Court may strike down President Joe Biden's student loan plan, which would erase $10,000 in federal student loan debt for those with incomes below $125,000 a year or households that earn less than $250,000.

Here's where homes face the biggest risk for natural disaster

Some areas, including places in Florida, have high-risk exposure to home damage from hurricanes and other natural disasters. But many homes aren’t equipped to withstand these events, according to a survey. Upgrading your home can protect it while saving you money on home insurance.

Skyrocketing car insurance costs push some drivers to forgo coverage

Drivers paid more for insurance in 2023 than they did the year before and many are considering doing without, according to a recent Policygenius survey.

Used car prices soar as demand for limited inventory grows, report says

Used car prices have softened recently but remain significantly higher than before the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a recent Edmunds report.

Here's why BNPL providers are becoming more selective on who qualifies for zero-interest loans

Signs are emerging that BNPL providers have had to slow down lending and become more selective to turn a profit in the current tighter lending environment, according to a Wall Street Journal report.

Legislative bill seeks to make expanded child tax credit permanent

House Democrats recently introduced the American Family Act of 2023, legislation that seeks to restore the expanded, monthly Child Tax Credit to parents across the U.S.

CFPB warns about side effects of using medical credit cards, loans

Alternative debt financing products like medical credit cards and medical installment loans can weaken consumers' financial well-being, the CFPB warned in a recent report.

Student loan payments will resume in October, Education Department confirms

Federal student loan payments are set to resume in October, while interest on loan debt will begin once again in September, the Education Department clarified.

Financial professionals recommend investing your bonus in your 401(k): survey

Most financial professionals recommend you contribute your bonuses to your 401(k). But many Americans don’t get bonuses or have 401(k)s. Here’s what you can do.

Gas prices hold steady despite surge in demand for domestic gasoline: AAA

Gas prices decreased slightly for the week ending June 8, AAA said. Despite an increase in gasoline demand, fluctuating oil prices have limited increases at the pump.

More college students are putting their education on hold: reports

The population of Some College, No Credential (SCNC) students has increased and many cited college costs as major challenges, according to recent studies. Here’s what you need to know.

Congress votes to kill Biden's student loan forgiveness plan

Congress passed Republican-sponsored legislation proposing to revoke President Joe Biden's cancellation plan and prevent the U.S. Department of Education from canceling student loans.

Gas prices stay neutral to kick off summer, but there's a chance for a decrease in the forecast: AAA

The national average cost for a gallon stayed steady at $3.57, as demand for gas and oil prices fell, even as more than 37 million Americans drove to their holiday destinations on the holiday weekend, AAA said.

Student loan repayment: How to prepare for payments when pandemic freeze ends

A three-year pause on student loan payments will end this summer regardless of how the Supreme Court rules on the White House plan to forgive billions of dollars in student loan debt.

Behind on your retirement savings? Here's one feature that can help workers catch-up

Automatic enrollment into a workplace savings plan could help close the gap for Black and Latino employees that might otherwise have lower plan participation rates, according to a recent Voya Financial study

Shopping for cheaper insurance hits a new high as Americans seek relief from rising rates: J.D. Power

The rate at which drivers were given new auto insurance quotes increased by 13.1% in the first quarter of 2023 – the highest rate since June 2021. And the switch rate increased by 4.1%, according to J.D. Power report.