Biden cancels another $5 billion in student loan forgiveness – Here's who is impacted
The Biden Administration announced an additional $5 billion in student loan forgiveness that impacts borrowers using the income-driven repayment (IDR) and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) plans.
The Biden Administration announced an additional $5 billion in student loan forgiveness that impacts borrowers using the income-driven repayment (IDR) and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) plans.
When will the IRS send out tax refunds
The IRS says most taxpayers should expect their refund within 21 days of filing but it could take longer for some.
The IRS says most taxpayers should expect their refund within 21 days of filing but it could take longer for some.
Social Security is coming for a bigger chunk of your paycheck
The portion of personal income subject to the Social Security tax has increased to $168,600 this year from $160,200 in 2023.
The portion of personal income subject to the Social Security tax has increased to $168,600 this year from $160,200 in 2023.
Read this before you sign up for a college credit card
Signing up for financial products your college is offering can sometimes be the worst deal, a recent CFPB report said.
Signing up for financial products your college is offering can sometimes be the worst deal, a recent CFPB report said.
Mortgage rates finally expected to dip below 6 percent in 2024, but affordability remains low
Mortgage rates are trending down, likely to go below 6% by the end of the year, but most housing still remains unaffordable to the average American.
Mortgage rates are trending down, likely to go below 6% by the end of the year, but most housing still remains unaffordable to the average American.
Your significant other expects you to spend over $100 on Valentine's Day
Americans in relationships believe their partners expect them to spend an average of $157.52 on gifts this Valentine's Day, according to a recent Trustpilot survey.
Americans in relationships believe their partners expect them to spend an average of $157.52 on gifts this Valentine's Day, according to a recent Trustpilot survey.
New car purchases are on the rise, but there are insurance implications
Consumers are buying new vehicles more often with sales increasing by over 13% in 2023.
Consumers are buying new vehicles more often with sales increasing by over 13% in 2023.
Mortgage rates drop to lowest level since last spring: Freddie Mac
With home prices and interest rates falling, the housing market is becoming slightly more affordable this year.
With home prices and interest rates falling, the housing market is becoming slightly more affordable this year.
Gas prices climb higher as arctic winter weather impacts production: AAA
The national average cost for a gallon of gas increased by two cents from last week to $3.09, according to AAA.
The national average cost for a gallon of gas increased by two cents from last week to $3.09, according to AAA.
Biden just shortened the timeline to student loan forgiveness for these borrowers
Borrowers already enrolled in SAVE who initially took out $12,000 or less for college may have their loans forgiven soon.
Borrowers already enrolled in SAVE who initially took out $12,000 or less for college may have their loans forgiven soon.
Just over 15 percent of home listings were considered affordable in 2023: Redfin
Just 15.5% of homes are considered affordable for everyday homebuyers, the lowest share on record.
Just 15.5% of homes are considered affordable for everyday homebuyers, the lowest share on record.
Home buyers struggle in 2023, but homeownership rate could rise in 2024
Housing inventory was low in 2023, but homeownership stayed steady at 66%. The rate could see an increase in 2024.
Housing inventory was low in 2023, but homeownership stayed steady at 66%. The rate could see an increase in 2024.
73 percent of Americans still haven’t bounced back financially from the COVID-19 pandemic
Americans struggle to meet basic costs, with 73% reporting they haven't yet recovered financially from the fallout of COVID-19.
Americans struggle to meet basic costs, with 73% reporting they haven't yet recovered financially from the fallout of COVID-19.
IRS waiving $1 billion in penalty taxes, will kick off 2024 tax season on Jan. 29
The 2024 tax season gets officially underway at the end of January and some taxpayers could see tax penalties waived, the IRS said.
The 2024 tax season gets officially underway at the end of January and some taxpayers could see tax penalties waived, the IRS said.
Gas prices stay low at the start of the new year: AAA
Gas prices fell slightly at the start of 2024 even as insurance premiums continue to rise.
Gas prices fell slightly at the start of 2024 even as insurance premiums continue to rise.
TikTok star exposes scammers' tactics to educate followers
This TikTok star has 7 million followers on social media and is known for turning the tables on scammers. Ryan Kelly shows you how to spot scams and has even helped some victims get their money back.
This TikTok star has 7 million followers on social media and is known for turning the tables on scammers. Ryan Kelly shows you how to spot scams and has even helped some victims get their money back.
Nearly 70 percent of Americans are reviewing their insurance policy, looking for lower rates: Trusted Choice
70% of Americans are reviewing their policies to save money as homeowners and auto insurance rates skyrocket.
70% of Americans are reviewing their policies to save money as homeowners and auto insurance rates skyrocket.
Got student loan debt? Here’s how to get up to $2500 tax deduction
According to the IRS, you may be able to deduct a portion of student loan interest from your taxable income — up to $2,500. Find out if you qualify.
According to the IRS, you may be able to deduct a portion of student loan interest from your taxable income — up to $2,500. Find out if you qualify.
New FAFSA reveal comes with complications, delays
The Department of Education began its soft launch of the overhauled 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The 2024-2025 FAFSA form expands eligibility for federal student aid, including Pell Grants, and provides a streamlined user experience.
The Department of Education began its soft launch of the overhauled 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The 2024-2025 FAFSA form expands eligibility for federal student aid, including Pell Grants, and provides a streamlined user experience.
$44.5 million in federal funding going toward rural communities to improve higher education access
Due to fewer students in rural communities attending college, the Biden-Harris administration plans to send $44.5 million in funding to 22 rural institutions.
Due to fewer students in rural communities attending college, the Biden-Harris administration plans to send $44.5 million in funding to 22 rural institutions.