IRS increases 401(k), other retirement plan contribution limits for 2025
The IRS has updated its eligibility thresholds and contribution limits for 401(k), IRA and other retirement accounts.
The IRS has updated its eligibility thresholds and contribution limits for 401(k), IRA and other retirement accounts.
New rules could make it easier to switch banks
A new banking rule would make it easier to switch banks or lenders, but it’s already facing pushback from the financial industry.
A new banking rule would make it easier to switch banks or lenders, but it’s already facing pushback from the financial industry.
Inflation gauge falls to lowest level in 3 1/2 years
Inflation has improved over the past two years after supply chains recovered from disruptions from the pandemic and the Federal Reserve raised its key interest rate.
Inflation has improved over the past two years after supply chains recovered from disruptions from the pandemic and the Federal Reserve raised its key interest rate.
Biden administration forgives $4.5 million in student debt for 60,000 borrowers
The Biden administration announced over $4 million in funding for borrowers who have met PSLF requirements.
The Biden administration announced over $4 million in funding for borrowers who have met PSLF requirements.
Americans are feeling more anxious about their credit card debt, survey finds
Americans appear to be feeling more worried about mounting credit card debt, according to the New York Fed’s September 2024 Survey of Consumer Expectations.
Americans appear to be feeling more worried about mounting credit card debt, according to the New York Fed’s September 2024 Survey of Consumer Expectations.
Online payment apps: Here’s what to know the next time you tap to pay
Payment apps make it easy to send and receive money with the click of a button, but here’s what you need to know when using these platforms.
Payment apps make it easy to send and receive money with the click of a button, but here’s what you need to know when using these platforms.
Tax extension deadline on Oct. 15: What to know about filing late returns
For Americans who filed for a tax extension for the 2023 tax year, the deadline is on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024.
For Americans who filed for a tax extension for the 2023 tax year, the deadline is on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024.
Mortgage rates surge higher, further hurting demand
Mortgage rates rose sharply this week in their biggest jump since April, bringing the average rate for a 30-year fixed note to 6.32% as demand fell for a second straight week.
Mortgage rates rose sharply this week in their biggest jump since April, bringing the average rate for a 30-year fixed note to 6.32% as demand fell for a second straight week.
Will the election impact your 401(k)? Here’s what to know
Election years can raise anxiety about the future – including your retirement savings.
Election years can raise anxiety about the future – including your retirement savings.
Taxpayers in these 24 states will be able to file their returns directly with the IRS
The IRS is expanding its Direct File program to 30 million taxpayers in 24 states for the 2025 tax season. Learn more about the new eligibility standards and participating states.
The IRS is expanding its Direct File program to 30 million taxpayers in 24 states for the 2025 tax season. Learn more about the new eligibility standards and participating states.
Private student loan interest rates rise for 5-year terms and dip for 10-year terms
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
5 'unnecessary' bills to stop paying in 2024, according to experts
One way to save money is by looking at monthly bills and identifying items that you pay for but no longer use.
One way to save money is by looking at monthly bills and identifying items that you pay for but no longer use.
What to know about tapping into your home equity as interest rates drop
The latest interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve may have created an opportunity for homeowners to explore options for their home equity. Here’s what you need to know.
The latest interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve may have created an opportunity for homeowners to explore options for their home equity. Here’s what you need to know.
Maryland city will pay you $20,000 to move there
A city in Maryland is offering a $20,000 incentive to get new residents to move there.
A city in Maryland is offering a $20,000 incentive to get new residents to move there.
Survey reveals Americans' 2 biggest financial regrets
Amid ongoing inflation, a new survey found that the majority of Americans have financial regrets. Here's what they are.
Amid ongoing inflation, a new survey found that the majority of Americans have financial regrets. Here's what they are.
Here's how much money you need to feel 'rich' in 2024
Fewer than one in five Americans surveyed said they are currently on top of their finances.
Fewer than one in five Americans surveyed said they are currently on top of their finances.
July inflation drops below 3 percent as Fed considers September rate cut
Inflation dipped below 3% for the first time in three years, and that, combined with other economic indicators, may push the Fed to slash interest rates more than once.
Inflation dipped below 3% for the first time in three years, and that, combined with other economic indicators, may push the Fed to slash interest rates more than once.
Biden asks Supreme Court to lift block on student loan repayment plan
The Biden Administration has turned to the Supreme Court to help lift a block on the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan.
The Biden Administration has turned to the Supreme Court to help lift a block on the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan.
Mortgage payments soar for prospective homeowners in swing states: Realtor.com
Buyers in swing states have seen mortgage payments practically double in the last four years due to rising home prices and mortgage rates.
Buyers in swing states have seen mortgage payments practically double in the last four years due to rising home prices and mortgage rates.
2025 Social Security COLA increase: What we know
Social Security recipients are expected to see an increase in their monthly benefits next year and here’s what you need to know.
Social Security recipients are expected to see an increase in their monthly benefits next year and here’s what you need to know.