Biden dives into high-stakes negotiations over Build Back Better infrastructure plan
President Joe Biden appears determined to strike agreement with two wavering Democratic senators over his big $3.5 trillion government overhaul.
President Joe Biden appears determined to strike agreement with two wavering Democratic senators over his big $3.5 trillion government overhaul.
HomeGoods goes digital ahead of holiday season
HomeGoods.com offers free standard shipping on orders of $119 or more and free mailed or in-store returns on most purchases.
HomeGoods.com offers free standard shipping on orders of $119 or more and free mailed or in-store returns on most purchases.
House votes to suspend debt ceiling, bill heads to Senate
The House on Wednesday voted to suspend the debt ceiling through Dec. 16, 2022.
The House on Wednesday voted to suspend the debt ceiling through Dec. 16, 2022.
Dollar Tree to sell more items above $1 amid rising shipping costs
The company had already begun testing higher prices at several hundred of its nearly 8,000 locations in the Dollar Tree Plus section and received positive feedback from customers.
The company had already begun testing higher prices at several hundred of its nearly 8,000 locations in the Dollar Tree Plus section and received positive feedback from customers.
Some USPS deliveries will soon take longer, cost more
USPS will also institute price increases on some packages during the holiday season.
USPS will also institute price increases on some packages during the holiday season.
Sallie Mae gives tips for completing your FAFSA application: What is the best student loan option for you?
Sallie Mae released a new FAFSA application tool and tips to make getting federal aid easier. Here are tips for filing for FAFSA and other student loan options.
Sallie Mae released a new FAFSA application tool and tips to make getting federal aid easier. Here are tips for filing for FAFSA and other student loan options.
Senate blocks bill to suspend debt limit, avert government shutdown that may delay Social Security
The Treasury Department has taken extraordinary measures to avoid a financial crisis since the previous debt issuance suspension period expired. But without a new debt limit, the federal budget will hit reach the debt ceiling.
The Treasury Department has taken extraordinary measures to avoid a financial crisis since the previous debt issuance suspension period expired. But without a new debt limit, the federal budget will hit reach the debt ceiling.
What happens when the government shuts down?
A government shutdown has occurred 20 times since Congress introduced the modern budget process in 1976. Here’s a look at what a shutdown means to you, as the potential for another one is on the horizon.
A government shutdown has occurred 20 times since Congress introduced the modern budget process in 1976. Here’s a look at what a shutdown means to you, as the potential for another one is on the horizon.
Evers proposes $25M Wisconsin agriculture package
Gov. Tony Evers proposed a nearly $25 million package of bills Tuesday, Sept. 28 targeting the state's agriculture industry and rural communities.
Gov. Tony Evers proposed a nearly $25 million package of bills Tuesday, Sept. 28 targeting the state's agriculture industry and rural communities.
How to find the best travel credit cards
Travel credit cards can save you money on your next vacation, but make sure their benefits outweigh any fees.
Travel credit cards can save you money on your next vacation, but make sure their benefits outweigh any fees.
30-year mortgage refinance rates hit highest point since July: Time to refinance? | Sept. 29, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Sept. 29, 2021, which are up from yesterday for two key terms.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Sept. 29, 2021, which are up from yesterday for two key terms.
Today's rising mortgage rates call bargain-hunting buyers to action | Sept. 29, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for Sept. 29, 2021, which are trending up from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage rates for Sept. 29, 2021, which are trending up from yesterday.
Powerball jackpot soars to $570M ahead for Wednesday’s drawing
Wednesday’s drawing will take place at 10:59 p.m. ET with an estimated jackpot of $570 million or a cash option of $410.1 million.
Wednesday’s drawing will take place at 10:59 p.m. ET with an estimated jackpot of $570 million or a cash option of $410.1 million.
FEMA's new flood insurance methodology could cause rate drop for 1.2M policyholders, data shows
The National Flood Insurance Program is getting its first update in about 40 years, and 1.2 million homeowners will see their rates decrease.
The National Flood Insurance Program is getting its first update in about 40 years, and 1.2 million homeowners will see their rates decrease.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness program called ‘broken’ & ‘confusing’ after Biden admin. asks for feedback
Ninety-eight percent of PSLF applications are rejected, typically because of an issue with the qualifying repayment plan. The Education Department has given borrowers the chance to submit feedback about the federal student loan program — here's what they're saying.
Ninety-eight percent of PSLF applications are rejected, typically because of an issue with the qualifying repayment plan. The Education Department has given borrowers the chance to submit feedback about the federal student loan program — here's what they're saying.
30-year mortgage refinance rate drops — is it time to refinance? | Sept. 28, 2021
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Sept. 28, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for Sept. 28, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday.
15-year mortgage rates edge up, others hold at bargain lows | Sept. 28, 2021
Check out the mortgage rates for Sept. 28, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday. (Stock)
Check out the mortgage rates for Sept. 28, 2021, which are mostly unchanged from yesterday. (Stock)
Wells Fargo to pay $37.3M in fines for overcharging some customers
The U.S. Justice Department filed a lawsuit claiming Wells Fargo purposely overcharged customers using the bank’s foreign-exchange services.
The U.S. Justice Department filed a lawsuit claiming Wells Fargo purposely overcharged customers using the bank’s foreign-exchange services.
Senate GOP blocks borrowing bill aimed at averting government shutdown
It’s all making for a tumultuous moment for Biden and his party, with consequences certain to shape his presidency and the lawmakers' own political futures.
It’s all making for a tumultuous moment for Biden and his party, with consequences certain to shape his presidency and the lawmakers' own political futures.
Will the days of sub-3% mortgage rates soon be behind us? One expert thinks so
Mortgage rates are holding steady, but one expert says the days of sub-3% interest rates could be over.
Mortgage rates are holding steady, but one expert says the days of sub-3% interest rates could be over.