FAFSA applications for the 2022-23 school year open soon — 4 things you can do now to prepare

FAFSA applications for the 2022-23 school year open on Oct. 1, 2021. See what you can do to prepare now, and compare your options for additional financing if your financial aid package comes up short.

Hiring headaches: Companies struggling to find and keep employees
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People are leaving the workforce in droves. The so-called Great Resignation isn't so great for the employers looking to hire. Amber Watts, a job expert for recruiting firm Robert Half, shares what employees are looking for in companies.

Life Insurance Awareness Month
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September is known as Life Insurance Awareness Month. According to a new survey, only a little more than half of consumers actually have life insurance. Do you really need to consider getting that for you and your family? We talk to an expert.

Auto insurance shopping surges as younger generations return to work

In the second quarter of 2021, auto insurance shopping increased among younger generations who are reentering the workforce amid a recovering U.S. economy.

Here's why variable-rate student loan refinancing may be a smart move

Fixed-rate student loan refinancing has the benefit of predictability, but variable-rate student loans may be a good option depending on the term of the loan. Learn more about your student loan options so you can pay less interest over time. (iStock)

Half-shredded Banksy could sell for over $5 million at auction

A Banksy artwork that sensationally self-shredded just after it sold for $1.4 million is up for sale again — at several times the previous price.

Senate’s $3.5T budget: What you need to know

Congressional democrats hope to pass a $3.5 trillion budget this fall aimed at improving housing, education, climate change and other initiatives.

What is to blame for the disappointing number of new jobs in August?

After months of growth, the economy added a disappointing number of new jobs in August. While headlines are blaming a surging COVID-19 pandemic, some other factors may be in play as well.

Some of the best home improvement loans of 2021

Home improvement loans are one way to fund home projects or repairs without using your property as collateral to secure the debt.

‘No question’ delta variant is why August job growth wasn’t stronger, Biden says

America’s employers added just 235,000 jobs in August, a modest gain after two months of robust hiring at a time when the delta variant’s spread has discouraged some people from flying, shopping and eating out.