Why older Americans with student loan debt might want to consider refinancing

Student loan debt isn't just a problem for young people; many older Americans owe money too. Student loan refinancing could help older individuals to lower their monthly payment and potentially become debt-free more quickly.

Smell like weed? This Detroit restaurant says to stay away

An upscale Detroit restaurant has a message for guests: Dress up and don't come in smelling like marijuana.

San Francisco to pay artists $1,000 per month in economic relief

San Francisco Mayor London Breed announced a new pilot program that will benefit the city's artists with monthly cash payments.

What does it mean to be prequalified for a personal loan?

A personal loan can help you with debt consolidation or manage an unexpected expense. Learn what prequalified vs preapproved means and the steps you should take.

Unemployment claims fall to 684,000, fewest since start of pandemic

The number of people seeking unemployment benefits fell sharply last week to 684,000, the fewest since the pandemic erupted a year ago and a sign the economy is improving.

Some Arizonans continue having 1099-G tax form issues amid unemployment fraud claims

Despite Arizona's unemployment agency saying it's working on cleaning up the 1099-G mess, some say they still haven't received new forms so that they can properly file their taxes on time.

4 ways to build credit without a credit card

Credit cards offer users a great way to build credit, but if not managed wisely can lead to overspending and long payoff periods. There are four other—and possibly better— ways to build credit worth considering.

6 common credit mistakes to avoid

These 6 credit mistakes can make it harder to get the best loan rates. See how to improve your credit and check your credit score for free.

Wages are only up because the bottom half of workers lost their jobs

If one looks at the data for American wages in 2020, which shows that they grew historically fast, this fact may seem to be cause for celebration. But a closer look at the data paints yet another picture of stark inequality and of the "K-shaped recovery."

Intel announces $20 billion expansion in Arizona; will create over 3,000 jobs

Intel Corporation will expand its Arizona-based manufacturing capacity with a $20 billion investment, which will create 3,000 high-tech, high-wage jobs and 3,000 construction jobs.

Millions of Americans face past-due utility bills amid ongoing COVID-19 pandemic

Millions of U.S. households are facing heavy past-due utility bills, which have escalated in the year since the pandemic forced Americans hunkered down at home to consume more power.

3 tips on making extra student loan payments

With government funding running dry on student loan aid, borrowers may have to fend for themselves. Making extra payments can help.

‘Take a chance on me’: 20-year-old with autism posts letter on LinkedIn to future employers

A 20-year-old Virginia man with autism posted a letter on LinkedIn asking potential future employers to “take a chance” on him. The letter went viral and landed him a summer scholarship.

Some Arizona employers say it's hard to hire workers these days

One business owner says with added Federal unemployment money and stimulus checks, would-be workers are scarce, even if he is paying $15 in minimum wage.

Trade bottleneck has businesses waiting for goods; container ships sit anchored in California

The seeds of the current problems were sown last March, when Americans stayed home and dramatically changed their buying habits — instead of clothes, they bought electronics, fitness equipment and home improvement products.