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.

Home ownership costs skyrocket, leaving the American Dream out of reach for many

A new report says 99% of the nation’s largest counties are less affordable than they have been historically - and people are spending more than a third of their income on owning a home.

Powerball jackpot up to $1.4 billion after no winners

Feeling lucky? America awaits the grand prize lottery winner for Powerball's $1.2 billion jackpot drawing.

Car insurance cost rises 17%: Here are some factors that can help lower your bill

Insurance premiums have increased by 17% over the past 12 months, but drivers can use some cost-reducing strategies to lower those premiums, according to a recent Experian report.

Powerball jackpot soars to $1.2 billion after another drawing without big winner

The prize on the line for the next drawing Wednesday night has grown so massive because there have been 33 straight drawings since someone won the jackpot.

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.

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.

Powerball jackpot now up to $925 million after no grand-prize winners

The search continues for Powerball's jackpot winner. Powerball's jackpot will be just short of $1 billion after no one got all six winning numbers for Wednesday's drawing.

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.

Biden's student debt forgiveness may be taxed in these five states

Although student debt discharged is exempt from federal tax due to the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, some states may still tax the savings, according to a report by the Tax Foundation.

Household income drops amid high inflation

The typical American’s income dropped for the third straight year amid record-high inflation. But you can still pay down high-interest debt quickly.