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Don't Make These Mistakes When Paying Off Debt
The road to getting out of debt can be long, but if you watch out for these pitfalls, you can reach your goal faster.
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Four Dates All Student Loan Borrowers Should Know in 2024
2024 is shaping up to be another important year for federal student loan borrowers.
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When You Should (and Shouldn't) Consolidate Your Debt
Debt consolidation may simplify your payments, but there are risks to consider.
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Why a Pawn Shop Is Better Than a Payday Loan in an Emergency
Pawning something may not feel great, but it can only do limited damage to your life.
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Check If You Qualify for One of These Student Loan Grants
Some borrowers are eligible for funds that cover student loan debt.
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You Might Be Able to Use Your Employee Benefits for Student Loan Payments
Educational assistance programs typically allow for reimbursement of tuition and fees, as well as books, supplies, and equipment.
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How One Late Student Loan Payment Can Affect You
Student loan interest will resume on September 1, 2023, and payments will be due starting in October.
By Amanda Grossman, Mike Winters
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Why You Should Never Use Your Retirement Savings to Pay Off Debt
No matter how tempting it sounds to be debt-free, it could cost you a lot more in the long run.
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How to Know If the Education Department Is Forgiving Your Student Loan
This one-time “fix” to income-driven repayment plans is expected to provide $39 billion in loan forgiveness to 800,000 people.
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What the Supreme Court’s Student Debt Ruling Means for You
The Supreme Court ruled against President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan in a 6-3 decision.
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These Medical Debts Should Not Hurt Your Credit Score
Medical debt less than a year old or under $500 should no longer appear on your credit report.
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Why You Should Never Use Klarna to Buy Groceries
Sometimes feeding yourself and your family is a challenge, but if you use a buy-now, pay-later service, things will only get worse.
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Get Ready to Start Paying Student Loans Again
Whatever happens to Biden's plan in the courts, repayment is likely to start this summer.
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How to Avoid Going Broke When a Loved One Dies
Funerals are expensive—unless you have a religious or emotional reason to pay for one, here are some cheaper alternatives.
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What to Do After Realizing You’re ‘House Poor’
Here’s what to do if you suddenly realize you can’t really afford your new house.
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Here's How Long the Latest Freeze on Student Loan Payments Will Last
The administration will extend the payment pause while its forgiveness plan is blocked in the courts.
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Where Student Loan Forgiveness Stands Right Now
Despite the program's legal challenges, millions of borrowers hold on to hope for debt relief.
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The Pros (and a Few Cons) of Peer-to-Peer Lending
A P2P loan might be the right alternative when a traditional bank or credit union isn’t an option.
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How Figure Out Your Post-Forgiveness Student Loan Payment
Here's what will happen to your loan balance—and your monthly payments—after applying for Biden's debt relief plan.