1 in 4 credit card debtors believes they will never be free of debt
A new survey finds 23% of credit card debtors believe they’ll never be debt-free, with most citing emergency expenses and everyday costs as the main cause.
A new survey finds 23% of credit card debtors believe they’ll never be debt-free, with most citing emergency expenses and everyday costs as the main cause.
Nepo-homebuyers? Nearly 1 in 4 young Americans use family money to fund down payment
A new survey shows that rising housing costs are pushing Gen Z and millennial buyers to get creative with down payments.
A new survey shows that rising housing costs are pushing Gen Z and millennial buyers to get creative with down payments.
Eating out? Here's what costs less -- and more -- than last year
Toast has released its latest menu price monitor that tracks monthly price trends for popular food and drink items at U.S. restaurants.
Toast has released its latest menu price monitor that tracks monthly price trends for popular food and drink items at U.S. restaurants.
Judge reverses Biden rule that left medical debt off credit reports
The policy would have eliminated nearly $50 billion from millions of Americans’ credit reports.
The policy would have eliminated nearly $50 billion from millions of Americans’ credit reports.
How much money it takes to be wealthy in 2025, according to annual survey
Americans in a recent survey believe they can achieve financial success, but admit they would have to make significant lifestyle changes.
Americans in a recent survey believe they can achieve financial success, but admit they would have to make significant lifestyle changes.
Credit scores in these cities saw the biggest jump last year
A new WalletHub report reveals which U.S. cities saw the biggest credit score improvements over the past year, with St. Louis, Des Moines, and Winston-Salem topping the list.
A new WalletHub report reveals which U.S. cities saw the biggest credit score improvements over the past year, with St. Louis, Des Moines, and Winston-Salem topping the list.
Here's how many Americans have a side hustle -- and what they're doing
Taking on a second job for extra cash is a way of life for many, and these industries are the ones people are choosing based on a new study.
Taking on a second job for extra cash is a way of life for many, and these industries are the ones people are choosing based on a new study.
These cities have the highest credit card delinquencies in the U.S., study shows
Late credit card payments impact Americans in some capacity, but these areas are dealing with higher rates of delinquency based on data in a recent study.
Late credit card payments impact Americans in some capacity, but these areas are dealing with higher rates of delinquency based on data in a recent study.
Advice on giving allowances to your kids
A new survey found more parents are handing out allowances and one-third of them actually gave their kids a raise this year. Finance professor Dan Roccato offers advice to parents about giving their kids allowances.
A new survey found more parents are handing out allowances and one-third of them actually gave their kids a raise this year. Finance professor Dan Roccato offers advice to parents about giving their kids allowances.
Buy now, pay later loans will now impact Americans' credit scores
FICO said that it is going to incorporate buy now, pay later (BNPL) data into credit scores as the payment method surges in popularity.
FICO said that it is going to incorporate buy now, pay later (BNPL) data into credit scores as the payment method surges in popularity.
Where Americans are falling behind most on their debt
A new WalletHub study highlights the states where Americans are struggling most with debt in early 2025.
A new WalletHub study highlights the states where Americans are struggling most with debt in early 2025.
How much money you need to retire in your state – without Social Security
With Social Security's future uncertain, the amount of money to retire comfortably varies substantially by state. Here’s where your area ranks.
With Social Security's future uncertain, the amount of money to retire comfortably varies substantially by state. Here’s where your area ranks.
Social Security Fairness Act: Where the expanded benefits stand
Earlier this year, Biden signed a bill that boosted Social Security payments for nearly 3 million people. Here’s an update on the expanded benefits.
Earlier this year, Biden signed a bill that boosted Social Security payments for nearly 3 million people. Here’s an update on the expanded benefits.
Mortgage rates jumped slightly but remain under 7%
A recent survey reveals that mortgage rates reached their highest level since February.
A recent survey reveals that mortgage rates reached their highest level since February.
Americans face challenges covering utility bills due to 'energy poverty,' study finds
A recent study shows that more Americans are having to sacrifice certain basic needs to afford their utility bills.
A recent study shows that more Americans are having to sacrifice certain basic needs to afford their utility bills.
Barstool's Dave Portnoy offers investing advice, but reveals one big caveat
El Presidente dishes on his investment strategy.
El Presidente dishes on his investment strategy.
Student loan collections on defaulted loans restart today: What to know
Student loans that are in default will be referred for collection, beginning on Monday, May 5. Here's what that means and what borrowers in default can do.
Student loans that are in default will be referred for collection, beginning on Monday, May 5. Here's what that means and what borrowers in default can do.
Social Security May payment schedule: Here's when beneficiaries will get their checks
Here is the May Social Security payment schedule for retirement, disability, and survivor beneficiaries, as well as those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
Here is the May Social Security payment schedule for retirement, disability, and survivor beneficiaries, as well as those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
Cash stuffing explained: Why envelope budgeting is making a comeback
Cash stuffing — a budgeting strategy using cash and envelopes — is surging in popularity in 2025. Here’s how it works, why it’s catching on again, and what to know before trying it.
Cash stuffing — a budgeting strategy using cash and envelopes — is surging in popularity in 2025. Here’s how it works, why it’s catching on again, and what to know before trying it.
Here's the salary each generation feels they need in 2025, according to survey
What salary that Americans feel they need to live comfortably depends on generation, according to a new survey.
What salary that Americans feel they need to live comfortably depends on generation, according to a new survey.