Inflation is affecting parents' ability to pay for education: survey
Inflation is taking a toll on back-to-school shopping expenses in 2023 as parents struggle with funding their children's education, supplies and extracurriculars, according to a survey.
Inflation is taking a toll on back-to-school shopping expenses in 2023 as parents struggle with funding their children's education, supplies and extracurriculars, according to a survey.
Fed pauses interest rate hikes in September but could raise rates again this year
The Federal Reserve paused interest rates in its September meeting. But inflation remains high as Americans deal with record credit card debt. Here’s what to do.
The Federal Reserve paused interest rates in its September meeting. But inflation remains high as Americans deal with record credit card debt. Here’s what to do.
Student loan repayment may force some to take on more debt: survey
Many student loan borrowers are anxious that they won't be able to meet their payment obligations once repayments resume in October, according to a recent survey by Achieve.
Many student loan borrowers are anxious that they won't be able to meet their payment obligations once repayments resume in October, according to a recent survey by Achieve.
Social Security payments could rise 3.2 percent in 2024
The Social Security cost of living adjustment could increase to 3.2% in response to high inflation. But it’s far from the 2023 record raise and many Americans still struggle to generate retirement income.
The Social Security cost of living adjustment could increase to 3.2% in response to high inflation. But it’s far from the 2023 record raise and many Americans still struggle to generate retirement income.
Here's how much it costs to raise a child in your state
Data shows the average annual cost to raise a child rose nearly 20% between 2016 and 2021.
Data shows the average annual cost to raise a child rose nearly 20% between 2016 and 2021.
Data reveals states with the highest credit card debt
Credit card debt topped $1 trillion nationwide.
Credit card debt topped $1 trillion nationwide.
What is today’s lowest mortgage rate? Consider shorter terms | September 15, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for September 15, 2023, which are mixed from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage rates for September 15, 2023, which are mixed from yesterday.
Map: Here's the minimum annual income required to be middle class in each state
Inflation has surged in the past few years, peaking at 9% in June 2022. That means some families who were middle class in 2020 may no longer be in that category.
Inflation has surged in the past few years, peaking at 9% in June 2022. That means some families who were middle class in 2020 may no longer be in that category.
What is today’s lowest mortgage rate? 15-year terms remain lowest | September 13, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for September 13, 2023, which are mixed from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage rates for September 13, 2023, which are mixed from yesterday.
Over 4 million student borrowers enroll in Biden’s SAVE forgiveness plan
The Department of Education said it had received nearly 4 million applications for a new income-driven repayment program since launching at the end of July.
The Department of Education said it had received nearly 4 million applications for a new income-driven repayment program since launching at the end of July.
Here is how you can avoid a tax refund shock next year
Next year’s tax refund shouldn’t be a shock to Americans if they take stock of their income taxes mid-year, according to Jackson Hewitt.
Next year’s tax refund shouldn’t be a shock to Americans if they take stock of their income taxes mid-year, according to Jackson Hewitt.
These are the most affordable states to buy a home
A new report reveals the top most affordable states in the U.S. But some states on the East Coast have particularly high home prices. Here’s what you need to know.
A new report reveals the top most affordable states in the U.S. But some states on the East Coast have particularly high home prices. Here’s what you need to know.
Back-to-school shopping expenses to reach record high: survey
Back-to-school spending in 2023 could reach a record high of more than $40 billion, largely due to demand in electronics, a survey reported. At the same time, Americans continue dealing with high inflation.
Back-to-school spending in 2023 could reach a record high of more than $40 billion, largely due to demand in electronics, a survey reported. At the same time, Americans continue dealing with high inflation.
Today’s lowest mortgage rate? 10-year terms at 6.25 percent | September 5, 2023
Check out the mortgage purchase rates for September 5, 2023, which are largely trending down from Friday.
Check out the mortgage purchase rates for September 5, 2023, which are largely trending down from Friday.
Fidelity reveals how much money you need to retire for the lifestyle 'you're hoping for'
Fidelity gives guidance to 'encourage people to save for retirement.'
Fidelity gives guidance to 'encourage people to save for retirement.'
Student loan interest is accruing again: What to know before payments start in October
Although the Biden administration's student loan forgiveness plan was struck down, there are new options that aim to save borrowers money.
Although the Biden administration's student loan forgiveness plan was struck down, there are new options that aim to save borrowers money.
Mortgage rates take a dip ahead of Labor Day weekend: Freddie Mac
Mortgage rates declined this week, but remain elevated, Freddie Mac reported. But the direction of mortgage rates remains uncertain ahead of the Fed’s next meeting, where the central bank could raise interest rates again.
Mortgage rates declined this week, but remain elevated, Freddie Mac reported. But the direction of mortgage rates remains uncertain ahead of the Fed’s next meeting, where the central bank could raise interest rates again.
GDP growth for Q2 dips on second estimate
Gross domestic product (GDP) increased in Q2 2023 and signs of a strong economy could push the Fed to raise interest rates again. This could have a major impact on consumer debt.
Gross domestic product (GDP) increased in Q2 2023 and signs of a strong economy could push the Fed to raise interest rates again. This could have a major impact on consumer debt.
Looking for today’s biggest mortgage rate savings? Try 15-year terms | August 31, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for August 31, 2023, which are mixed from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage rates for August 31, 2023, which are mixed from yesterday.
Americans consider using credit cards to afford student loan payments: survey
Many Americans who used the pause on student loan payments to reduce debt may now have to reverse course, according to a recent Empower survey.
Many Americans who used the pause on student loan payments to reduce debt may now have to reverse course, according to a recent Empower survey.