Biden cancels another $6 billion in student loans, this time for public service workers
Workers like nurses and teachers are getting forgiveness through fixes to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Some student loan borrowers are getting refunds on top of loan forgiveness, here’s who qualifies
Borrowers enrolled in forgiveness programs that have paid for longer than necessary qualify for refunds.
Three reasons why egg prices are so high ahead of Easter
Egg prices are reaching near-historic highs globally as Easter and Passover approach, reflecting market turbulence driven by disease, high demand, and rising costs for farmers.
Visa, Mastercard agree to settlement over swipe fees with merchants
The settlement reached between U.S. merchants and Visa and Mastercard could potentially save consumers tens of billions of dollars.
Consumers spend more than $1 trillion on interest payments, largely due to increasing credit card debt
Consumers paid over $1 trillion in interest payments, most of which when toward high-interest credit card debt.
Gas prices rise as spring season approaches: AAA
Although demand is down, gas prices are still rising due to an increase in oil prices.
IRS has 940,000 unclaimed tax refunds from 2020 that will expire soon
The IRS is warning taxpayers that they may be leaving more than $1 billion on the table.
Here’s how much money single adults need to make to live comfortably in the DMV
Inflation is still hitting American homes hard and many are feeling frustrated with the rising price of goods. It can be even harder for single-income households.
Powerball jackpot hits $800 million, sixth biggest prize in history
Monday's Powerball jackpot is now the sixth largest in game history.
Fed said interest rates will be reduced this year, just not now
On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve announced that it would maintain the federal funds rate at a range of 5.25% to 5.5%.
FHA raises loan limits for manufactured housing for the first time in 15 years
HUD has raised the loan limits for manufactured housing to align with prices today.
Powerball jackpot up to $750 million after no big winners Wednesday
The next Powerball jackpot is up to a whopping $750 million after no one hit the big prize Wednesday night.
MacKenzie Scott doubles planned nonprofit gifts — here's how much she's given away so far
MacKenzie Scott is giving $640 million to more than 360 organizations in response to an application process. The award is more than double the amount that she initially promised.
Fed leaves interest rates unchanged, says three cuts still planned
The decision, which was widely expected, keeps the federal funds rate between a range of 5.25% to 5.5%, a 22-year-high. This will also keep rates for mortgages, loans and credit cards at elevated levels.
Still need to pay taxes? Here are some last-minute tips
The tax filing deadline is quickly approaching. The IRS has some last-minute tips to get this year’s taxes done accurately and refunds issued timely.
Car insurance costs to keep rising in 2024 – pay less in these US states
Drivers will get no relief from car insurance costs this year and will have more limited shopping options as providers stop writing new policies in some states, a recent report from the Zebra said.
Credit scores decreased for first time in a decade as borrowers miss payments
Missed payments and high levels of inflation has led to lower credit scores for consumers.
Mega Millions jackpot hits $977 million after no winner Tuesday night
Last night’s Mega Millions drawing brought no big winner. Here’s when the next drawing for the jackpot will take place.
Cost of living makes retirement savings harder for younger generations, survey finds
Respondents across generations highlighted inflation, consumer debt, and the need for emergency savings as major obstacles to retirement savings.
Biden doubles down on billionaire tax plan, homebuyer tax credit
President Joe Biden, addressing a crowd in Las Vegas, announced plans to tackle economic inequalities and the housing affordability crisis.


















