Here's how much the average household owes in debts
Over the past year, nearly 30% of Americans say their overall debt has increased.
US inflation slows to 6.5% over past 12 months, easing some pressure
The softer readings add to growing signs that the worst inflation in four decades is gradually waning.
Biden: Easing inflation 'giving families some real breathing room'
Inflation eased to 6.5% in December compared with 12 months earlier.
FTX Trading bankruptcy: Customer, creditor information will remain concealed
The judge presiding over the bankruptcy of cryptocurrency exchange FTX Trading is allowing the company to maintain a veil of secrecy over the names of individual customers and creditors.
10-year fixed private student loan rates fall to lowest levels in five weeks
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Secure 2.0 Act helps savers nearing retirement boost catch-up contributions
The Secure 2.0 Act of 2022 – a follow-up to the 2019 Secure Act – allows for an increase in "catch-up" contributions for people nearing retirement.
IRS issues tax refunds to 12M who qualified for tax break on 2020 unemployment benefits
The IRS said that it has issued tax refunds to millions of Americans who overpaid taxes on their unemployment benefits during the first year of the pandemic.
Mega Millions jackpot grows to $1.35 billion, 2nd largest in game history
The grand prize also comes with an estimated $707.9 million cash option after no ticket matched all six numbers on Tuesday night. Here’s when the next drawing occurs.
Mega Millions: Here are the winning numbers for the $1.1 billion jackpot
The Mega Millions jackpot also comes with an estimated $568.7 million cash option. Here's when the next drawing happens.
Biden, López Obrador, Trudeau show unity during summit, downplay tensions
President Joe Biden, Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau are seeking to downplay their frustrations with one another on migration and trade as they meet for the North American Leaders Summit.
Good news: Today’s 30-year mortgage rates dive below 7 percent | Jan. 10, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for Jan. 10, 2023, which are down from last Friday.
US proposes changes that would cut payments for many student loan borrowers — here's who would benefit
The proposed changes would create "the most affordable income-driven repayment plan that has ever been made available," the U.S. Dept. of Education said.
Credit card debt carried over monthly is most common type of debt: AARP
Credit card debt is affecting many Americans as they deal with high inflation, and many are carrying their balances from month-to-month. Here’s how to pay down credit card debt quickly.
Secure 2.0 Act will require companies to auto enroll workers into 401(k) plans
Companies that offer 401(k) plans will be required to automatically enroll their employees beginning in 2025.
Biden administration proposes 'student loan safety net' alongside debt forgiveness
If finalized, the proposal would give a major overhaul to income-driven repayment plans, resulting in lower monthly payments, an easier path to forgiveness, and more.
How to find dental financing when dental insurance isn't enough
Dental loans can help you pay for a procedure when the maximum benefit amount on your dental insurance isn’t enough. Learn more about dental financing here.
Mortgage rates inch higher to kick off 2023: Freddie Mac
The average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rose to 6.48% for the week ending Jan. 5, according to Freddie Mac's Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
NC woman wins $2M scratch-off lottery prize months after $1M win
Kenya Sloan hopes to open her own soul food restaurant with her second win.
Mega Millions jackpot tops $1 billion after no big winner
There have been 24 drawings without a jackpot winner, stretching back for more than two months.
Biden administration unveils defense of student loan forgiveness plan at Supreme Court
The Biden administration launched its defense of its student loan forgiveness plan before the Supreme Court. Here’s how to lower your student loan monthly payments.