Federal student loan payments to resume soon
Payments must resume and interest rates will be reinstalled on student loans on January 31, 2022, despite many borrowers still being in tight financial situations.
Payments must resume and interest rates will be reinstalled on student loans on January 31, 2022, despite many borrowers still being in tight financial situations.
US unemployment claims fall to lowest level of COVID-19 pandemic
U.S. unemployment claims dropped 36,000 to 293,000 last week, the lowest level since the start of the pandemic, the Labor Department said.
U.S. unemployment claims dropped 36,000 to 293,000 last week, the lowest level since the start of the pandemic, the Labor Department said.
Truck driver shortage part of supply chain issue
Truck drivers are the backbone of shipping goods and are key to getting things on the shelves so we can buy them. FOX 35 News spoke with a new truck driver who’s reaping the benefits of our national supply chain problem.
Truck drivers are the backbone of shipping goods and are key to getting things on the shelves so we can buy them. FOX 35 News spoke with a new truck driver who’s reaping the benefits of our national supply chain problem.
Heating bills set to soar this winter as inflation hits energy prices
Get ready to pay sharply higher bills for heating this winter, along with seemingly everything else.
Get ready to pay sharply higher bills for heating this winter, along with seemingly everything else.
FAFSA misunderstood by majority of students, study says: What to know about the federal aid application
FAFSA is misunderstood by many students, who are missing out on free money to fund their college education. Here's everything you need to know.
FAFSA is misunderstood by many students, who are missing out on free money to fund their college education. Here's everything you need to know.
Port of Los Angeles going 24/7 to ease shipping backlog, White House says
The Port of Los Angeles will become a 24-hour, seven-days-a-week operation to help relieve supply chain bottlenecks and move stranded container ships.
The Port of Los Angeles will become a 24-hour, seven-days-a-week operation to help relieve supply chain bottlenecks and move stranded container ships.
Social Security checks to increase by 5.9% in 2022 as inflation jumps
The Social Security COLA amounts to $92 a month for the average retired worker, according to estimates released by the Social Security Administration.
The Social Security COLA amounts to $92 a month for the average retired worker, according to estimates released by the Social Security Administration.
Social security annual cost-of-living set to increase in 2022
Rising inflation is expected to lead to a sizeable increase in Social Security’s annual cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, for the year 2022.
Rising inflation is expected to lead to a sizeable increase in Social Security’s annual cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, for the year 2022.
Debt ceiling: House passes short-term increase, sends to Biden
The House approved a short-term debt ceiling increase so President Joe Biden can sign it into law this week.
The House approved a short-term debt ceiling increase so President Joe Biden can sign it into law this week.
Companies hard-pressed for holiday staff despite millions of job openings
Companies that typically hire thousands of seasonal workers are heading into the holidays during one of the tightest job markets in decades, making it unlikely they’ll find all the workers they need.
Companies that typically hire thousands of seasonal workers are heading into the holidays during one of the tightest job markets in decades, making it unlikely they’ll find all the workers they need.
Gas prices on the rise, leaving only 8 states under $3 per gallon
U.S. gas prices across the nation stand at about $3.25 per gallon.
U.S. gas prices across the nation stand at about $3.25 per gallon.
Americans quit jobs at highest rate on record in August, Labor Department says
One reason America’s employers are having trouble filling jobs was starkly illustrated in a report Tuesday: Americans are quitting in droves.
One reason America’s employers are having trouble filling jobs was starkly illustrated in a report Tuesday: Americans are quitting in droves.
How to get out of a real estate agent contract
Getting out of a contract with a Realtor or real estate agent is possible but can lead to early termination fees. Here’s what you need to know.
Getting out of a contract with a Realtor or real estate agent is possible but can lead to early termination fees. Here’s what you need to know.
Some consumers to spend more post-pandemic, including on home improvements, survey finds
More than a quarter of Americans who plan to increase their post-pandemic spending want to take on a home improvement project, according to a new survey. Here are some ways to pay for renovations.
More than a quarter of Americans who plan to increase their post-pandemic spending want to take on a home improvement project, according to a new survey. Here are some ways to pay for renovations.
Education Department extends Navient's federal loan servicing contract through 2023
The Department of Education extended its contract with student loan servicer Navient, according to data obtained on a federal procurement website. Here's what that means for borrowers.
The Department of Education extended its contract with student loan servicer Navient, according to data obtained on a federal procurement website. Here's what that means for borrowers.
Mortgage refinance rates level off: Window still open to lock in a bargain | Oct. 12, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Oct. 12, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Oct. 12, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.
Still time to save: Today’s mortgage rates stick at money-saving lows | Oct. 12, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for Oct. 12, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage rates for Oct. 12, 2021, which are unchanged from yesterday.
60 international educators hired to fill teacher shortages in Polk County
Polk County Schools hired 60 teachers from all over the world to help fill vacancies they couldn't otherwise. It's part of a teacher exchange program where educators are provided housing and employed under J-1 visas.
Polk County Schools hired 60 teachers from all over the world to help fill vacancies they couldn't otherwise. It's part of a teacher exchange program where educators are provided housing and employed under J-1 visas.
Gas prices on the rise, leaving only 8 states under $3 per gallon
Gas prices have jumped across the nation as oil prices reach a 7-year high, with the average price across the country now standing at about $3.25 a gallon.
Gas prices have jumped across the nation as oil prices reach a 7-year high, with the average price across the country now standing at about $3.25 a gallon.
Homebuyers can expect higher inventory, more choices this fall, Realtor.com finds: Tips for buying now
Owning a home may be easier this fall with increased inventory, according to Realtor.com data. Whether you're a first-time buyer or a seasoned homeowner, here's how to find the right home and type of loan for you.
Owning a home may be easier this fall with increased inventory, according to Realtor.com data. Whether you're a first-time buyer or a seasoned homeowner, here's how to find the right home and type of loan for you.