Trump-era tax cuts poised to expire soon, meaning you could face steeper taxes
The expiration of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act on Dec. 31, 2025, will essentially mean that many Americans will be forced to pay anywhere between 1% to 4% more in taxes unless certain provisions are extended or made permanent.
US home prices hit a new record high in November
US home prices rise again in November as inventory shortage persists
Homeowners moving across state lines, seeking affordability, find it in certain cities
More households are passing on costly cities, moving to lower-cost areas like Charlotte, Providence and Indianapolis.
Gas prices remain stagnant as demand drops: AAA
Although prices are lower than they were last year at this time, they remain steady month over month.
Study: Gen Z, millennials are ‘obsessed’ with idea of being rich
The study found that nearly 60% of millennials said they feel behind financially, likely contributing to feelings of financial inadequacy.
US fourth quarter GDP beats expectations and recession odds
Real GDP increased at an annual rate of 3.3% for the October-through-December period after rising 4.9% in the third quarter of 2023, according to the BEA's advance estimate released Thursday.
Biden cancels another $5 billion in student loan forgiveness – Here's who is impacted
The Biden Administration announced an additional $5 billion in student loan forgiveness that impacts borrowers using the income-driven repayment (IDR) and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) plans.
When will the IRS send out tax refunds
The IRS says most taxpayers should expect their refund within 21 days of filing but it could take longer for some.
Social Security is coming for a bigger chunk of your paycheck
The portion of personal income subject to the Social Security tax has increased to $168,600 this year from $160,200 in 2023.
Read this before you sign up for a college credit card
Signing up for financial products your college is offering can sometimes be the worst deal, a recent CFPB report said.
Number of electric vehicles that qualify for new electric vehicle tax credit drops to 13
Only 13 electric vehicle models qualify for the full $7,500 credit, with Tesla and GM seeing the biggest hit.
Your significant other expects you to spend over $100 on Valentine's Day
Americans in relationships believe their partners expect them to spend an average of $157.52 on gifts this Valentine's Day, according to a recent Trustpilot survey.
New car purchases are on the rise, but there are insurance implications
Consumers are buying new vehicles more often with sales increasing by over 13% in 2023.
Mortgage rates drop to lowest level since last spring: Freddie Mac
With home prices and interest rates falling, the housing market is becoming slightly more affordable this year.
Gas prices climb higher as arctic winter weather impacts production: AAA
The national average cost for a gallon of gas increased by two cents from last week to $3.09, according to AAA.
73 percent of Americans still haven’t bounced back financially from the COVID-19 pandemic
Americans struggle to meet basic costs, with 73% reporting they haven't yet recovered financially from the fallout of COVID-19.
IRS waiving $1 billion in penalty taxes, will kick off 2024 tax season on Jan. 29
The 2024 tax season gets officially underway at the end of January and some taxpayers could see tax penalties waived, the IRS said.
Got student loan debt? Here’s how to get up to $2500 tax deduction
According to the IRS, you may be able to deduct a portion of student loan interest from your taxable income — up to $2,500. Find out if you qualify.
New FAFSA reveal comes with complications, delays
The Department of Education began its soft launch of the overhauled 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The 2024-2025 FAFSA form expands eligibility for federal student aid, including Pell Grants, and provides a streamlined user experience.
$44.5 million in federal funding going toward rural communities to improve higher education access
Due to fewer students in rural communities attending college, the Biden-Harris administration plans to send $44.5 million in funding to 22 rural institutions.