How can borrowers recover from student loan default?

Student loan default can have serious consequences. You may be able to avoid default by choosing the right payment plan or refinancing to reduce monthly payments.

Looking to sell and buy a house simultaneously? What you need to know

If you’re planning to sell and buy a house at the same time, it’s important to understand your financial situation and time the transactions just right.

Is it worth paying for credit monitoring?

Many services are free, but some important benefits and features may be missing.

What happens after mortgage forbearance ends? Here's what you need to know

Millions of homeowners will be exiting COVID-19-related mortgage forbearance over the next few months. It’s important to know what to expect and what steps you can take next.

Trying to save $25,000 in a year? Consider these strategies

Would you like to have $25,000 in your savings account? You can achieve this savings goal in a single year by sticking to a budget and savings plan.

IRS agrees to protect some stimulus checks from debt reductions

The IRS has agreed to not seize some Americans' stimulus check to offset outstanding federal tax debts, according to an agency watchdog.

How to prepare for post-pandemic auto insurance hikes

Here are the biggest ways you can save money on auto insurance when premiums increase after the pandemic.

Pending stimulus check? Here's when your money could be released

Many Americans already see the money in their bank account but they are not able to access it because it is 'pending.'

What to know about pay-per-mile car insurance

This is what you need to know before signing up for a pay-per-mile auto insurance policy.

How to know you're financially prepared to remodel your house

Being confined to your home during the coronavirus pandemic may have opened your eyes to the endless ways to improve it. But home improvements can be costly, and how do your know when you’re financially ready to take on such a project? Find out how much you should borrow and get the best personal loan to meet your goals.

Minnesota unemployment rate falls, but many leaving labor force

Minnesota’s unemployment rate is falling, although the state Department of Employment and Economic Development says the decline is due to people leaving the labor force. 

Layoffs ease as unemployment claims drop to 712,000

The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 712,000, the lowest total since early November.

Stimulus passes Congress: Here's when you'll get $1,400
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Congress passed the $1.9 trillion COVID-19 economic relief package Wednesday and President Joe Biden plans to sign it by week's end, providing $1,400 stimulus checks and an expansion of unemployment benefits.

Selling your home? Consider making these improvements first

Making the right improvements can significantly increase the resale value of your home. If you’re considering selling your home in the next year, here are four improvements you can make first.