Child care costs are highest in these cities, data reveals

Child care costs in the United States have risen over 30% since 2019, new data by Bank of America shows.

A quarter of student loan borrowers said they'd boycott repayment

25% of Americans said they’ll boycott student loan payments after the pause. But defaulting on student loans can be severe even with Biden’s student loan safety net programs.

Halloween spending will hit a new record but consumers weary of inflation's impact: report

Americans plan to spend a record $12.2 billion on Halloween this year, beating last year's blowout of $10.6 billion, according to a report by the National Retail Federation (NRF).

Debt relief scams grow as consumer debt hits record high: BBB

The Better Business Bureau has received over 11,000 complaints and almost 900 negative reviews about debt and credit assistance.

Student loan scammers arise as repayment begins

As student loan repayment begins after a federal pause, scammers are preying on borrowers seeking debt relief. But there are free and legitimate ways to lower your monthly payments or get student loan relief. Here's how.

Here's why more Americans are choosing the risky option of driving without insurance: report

Auto insurers are passing on the rising cost of covering claims to their customers and an increasing number are deciding to forgo coverage as a result, a recent report by J.D. Powers said.

Credit card delinquency rates and balances are on the rise

Credit card delinquency rates and balances increased in Q2 2023 amid a high interest-rate environment. But there are many ways to pay off debt quickly.

Social Security COLA 2024 may impact your taxes in a big way

The 2024 Social Security cost of living adjustment (COLA) increase aligns with early estimates based on inflation figures for the previous three months.

Home insurance prices increased nearly 25 percent: Policygenius

Home insurance costs have increased due to natural disasters and inflation pressures. But there are ways to save on homeowners insurance policies.

Social Security cuts: Retirees could face more than $17,000 in annual benefits losses

Social Security could run out of money to make full benefits payments in 2033, spurring as much as $23,000 in benefits cuts for retirees, a study found. Here’s what you need to know.

Student loan repayment: Nearly half of Americans with college debt to cut essential spending

With student loan payments underway after the federal pause ended, many Americans are cutting back on essentials to make ends meet, MassMutual found. But Biden’s student loan relief initiatives aim to help borrowers now.

Fear over Social Security's future pushes Americans to claim benefits early: survey

Most Americans understand Social Security, but concern over its future is pushing many to claim retirement benefits early, a recent Schroders survey said.

UCF students react to restart in student loan repayments

The federal government says Americans collectively hold more than $1.6 trillion in student loan debt. At the University of Central Florida, students like first-year student Brin Flores say they know that weight.

Gas prices unseasonably high despite a drop in demand: AAA

Nationwide gas prices dipped on average by only three cents to $3.83 for the week ending Sept. 28, according to AAA.

Extreme weather impacting how buyers shop for homes: Zillow

Most shoppers consider at least one climate risk in the homebuying process, a recent Zillow survey said.

Americans to deplete pandemic era savings by end of Q3

After accumulating record breaking excess savings in the COVID-19 recession, Americans could soon deplete these reserves, the San Francisco Fed reported.

How a government shutdown could affect student loan payments

With a government shutdown looming, student loan borrowers could face more headaches once student loan repayments resume after a three year pause. Here’s what you need to know.