‘Disappointing’ jobs report won’t slow interest rate hikes, experts say
The December jobs report came in lower than expected. However, experts explain why the Fed is still likely to raise interest rates in the first quarter of 2022.
The December jobs report came in lower than expected. However, experts explain why the Fed is still likely to raise interest rates in the first quarter of 2022.
16 of the best jobs for college students
Learn about 16 of the best jobs for college students, whether you want to work remotely, on campus or off campus.
Learn about 16 of the best jobs for college students, whether you want to work remotely, on campus or off campus.
3 student loan changes in 2022 that borrowers should know about
The new year brings a slew of changes for student loan borrowers, including the return to federal student loan repayment.
The new year brings a slew of changes for student loan borrowers, including the return to federal student loan repayment.
Is there a statute of limitations on student loan debt?
If you’ve defaulted on student loans, it’s important to understand the student loan statute of limitations to avoid potential legal issues. Learn more.
If you’ve defaulted on student loans, it’s important to understand the student loan statute of limitations to avoid potential legal issues. Learn more.
2022 minimum wage increases: Which states are getting raises and by how much
The new year is bringing new minimum wages to several states across the U.S. Here's what to expect for the new minimum wage limits.
The new year is bringing new minimum wages to several states across the U.S. Here's what to expect for the new minimum wage limits.
Schumer escalates pressure on Biden to cancel student loans in 2022
The Senate majority leader has called on the Biden administration to cancel student loans in a series of Twitter posts over the past several weeks. While some borrowers have qualified for a loan discharge through the PSLF program, most debtors haven't yet benefited from forgiveness.
The Senate majority leader has called on the Biden administration to cancel student loans in a series of Twitter posts over the past several weeks. While some borrowers have qualified for a loan discharge through the PSLF program, most debtors haven't yet benefited from forgiveness.
3 things borrowers should know about the extended student loan payment pause
The pause on federal student loan payments has been extended from February until May, giving borrowers an additional 90 days to prepare for student loan repayment. Here are 3 things federal student loan borrowers should keep in mind.
The pause on federal student loan payments has been extended from February until May, giving borrowers an additional 90 days to prepare for student loan repayment. Here are 3 things federal student loan borrowers should keep in mind.
Majority of small businesses raising prices due to inflation, study shows
Inflation is rising at a record pace, forcing many small businesses to raise their prices. Here's what consumers can do to if they are struggling.
Inflation is rising at a record pace, forcing many small businesses to raise their prices. Here's what consumers can do to if they are struggling.
New tax rule requires PayPal, Venmo, Cash App to report annual business payments exceeding $600
Millions of small business owners who rely on payment apps like Venmo, PayPal and Cash App could be subject to a new tax law that just took effect this month.
Millions of small business owners who rely on payment apps like Venmo, PayPal and Cash App could be subject to a new tax law that just took effect this month.
Average home insurance rates are rising faster than inflation — and they're not likely to slow down
Average home insurance costs rose 11.4% between 2017 and 2020, outpacing inflation and driving up the price of homeownership for Americans across the country.
Average home insurance costs rose 11.4% between 2017 and 2020, outpacing inflation and driving up the price of homeownership for Americans across the country.
Child tax credit 2021 payments: How to know if you owe, IRS letter to watch for
Families who received monthly payments as part of the expanded Child Tax Credit program in 2021 should look out for this letter from the IRS ahead of tax season.
Families who received monthly payments as part of the expanded Child Tax Credit program in 2021 should look out for this letter from the IRS ahead of tax season.
Getting out of debt is a top New Year's resolution, study finds
Most consumers are considering a financial New Year's resolution, according to a recent study from Fidelity. Keep reading to learn how you can meet your financial goals in 2022.
Most consumers are considering a financial New Year's resolution, according to a recent study from Fidelity. Keep reading to learn how you can meet your financial goals in 2022.
Families are using the child tax credit to pay off debt, Census Bureau finds
Eligible households have been using the monthly payment to supplement household spending and pay off debt, data shows. But the future of the child tax credit hangs in the balance as the Biden administration struggles to pass the Build Back Better bill, which would extend the benefit through 2022.
Eligible households have been using the monthly payment to supplement household spending and pay off debt, data shows. But the future of the child tax credit hangs in the balance as the Biden administration struggles to pass the Build Back Better bill, which would extend the benefit through 2022.
What can you use a personal loan for?
Learn what a personal loan is, how to get one, and some common personal loan uses.
Learn what a personal loan is, how to get one, and some common personal loan uses.
5 New Year's financial resolutions for beginners to build better money habits in 2022
If your goal is to build better spending habits next year, consider these tips to meet your short-term and long-term goals.
If your goal is to build better spending habits next year, consider these tips to meet your short-term and long-term goals.
How to get a personal loan
If you’re wondering how to get a personal loan to consolidate debt or for any other reason, here’s what you need to know.
If you’re wondering how to get a personal loan to consolidate debt or for any other reason, here’s what you need to know.
Graduates can save more money than ever as fixed student loan refinance rates set record low
Fixed student loan refinance rates set a new record low during the week of Dec. 13, which means that borrowers have the opportunity to reduce their monthly payments, pay off their loans faster and save more money on their college debt.
Fixed student loan refinance rates set a new record low during the week of Dec. 13, which means that borrowers have the opportunity to reduce their monthly payments, pay off their loans faster and save more money on their college debt.
Should I pay off my student loans or invest?
Not sure if you should pay off your student loans or invest your money? Here’s how to make the right choice for your situation.
Not sure if you should pay off your student loans or invest your money? Here’s how to make the right choice for your situation.
Stolen property, income from illegal activities must be reported on taxes, IRS says
If you made a profit through drug dealing, bribes or stolen property, the IRS says you have to list it on your income taxes.
If you made a profit through drug dealing, bribes or stolen property, the IRS says you have to list it on your income taxes.
CFPB opens investigation into buy now, pay later credit programs
The CFPB announced a new investigation into buy now, pay later (BNPL) credit programs, saying it is concerned they allow consumers to take on debt too easily.
The CFPB announced a new investigation into buy now, pay later (BNPL) credit programs, saying it is concerned they allow consumers to take on debt too easily.