November inflation rises at the slowest rate this year, beating expectations

Inflation rose 7.1% year-over-year in November, a slowdown from the 7.7% increase in October. Here's what this means for the economy and future interest rate hikes.

Gas prices plunge to new low, expected to keep dropping in 2023: AAA

The national average cost for a gallon of gas fell to $3.26, 52 cents less than a month ago and six cents less than a year ago, according to AAA.

Mortgage rates to stay high in 2023: Freddie Mac

High mortgage rates and home prices are creating a weak housing market. Here’s how to lower your rate and monthly payments.

Credit card balances hit record high amid inflation: TransUnion

Inflation and an uncertain economy influenced record-high credit card balances in the third quarter of 2022, according to TransUnion. Here’s how you can pay off your high-interest debt.

Spending on auto insurance is up: Here's how drivers are saving money

Americans spent an average of $1,705 on auto insurance in 2022, up 4% from 2021 and 17% from 2020, a recent Insurify study said.

Nearly half of Americans expect to go into debt buying holiday gifts

Nearly half of Americans expect to go into debt during the holidays this year. Here’s how to pay down your holiday debt quickly.

Job growth spikes in November, interest rates expected to continue rising

The economy added more than 260,000 jobs in November and wages increased, but economic uncertainty is still a concern for many Americans. Here’s how to manage your finances today.

Recession is expected in Q1 2023: Bank of America

Bank of America economists expect a recession to emerge in the beginning of 2023. Here’s how to keep your finances on track.

Supreme court to hear arguments on Biden's student loan forgiveness plan next year

The Supreme Court will rule over the legality of Biden's student loan forgiveness plan, but private loan borrowers won't qualify if it gets approved. Here's what to do if you can't get student loan relief.

Biden administration extends student loan payment pause into 2023

The Biden administration’s federal student loan payment pause has been extended through June 30, 2023. Here’s what to do if you don’t qualify for relief.

Biden’s student loan forgiveness: A timeline of legal challenges facing the plan

Here’s a timeline of the legal challenges facing President Joe Biden’s student loan debt forgiveness plan, from the first lawsuit to the Nov. 14 injunction.