Child Tax Credit 2021: Here's who will receive monthly payments

Starting July 15, monthly child tax credit payments will begin going out to millions of American families. Here’s what you need to know.

Biden administration cancels $500M of student loan debt: This is who qualifies

The Biden administration discharged $500 million worth of student loans for 18,000 students defrauded by a for-profit institute. See how this may affect you – and what you should do with your student loans in the meantime.

4 things to consider when choosing a mortgage lender

Choosing a mortgage lender is a process, but it doesn't have to be a difficult one. Here are four key ways to determine whether a lender is right for you.

How to use a personal loan to increase your credit score

You can use a personal loan to build credit and increase your credit score, but be sure to consider the ways that borrowing could also hurt it.

Many Americans resuming pre-pandemic activities, poll shows

Many Americans are resuming their pre-pandemic activities, like going to bars and restaurants, traveling and attending events, an AP-NORC poll shows.

California: People must look for work to get jobless aid

Since the pandemic began, California — the nation’s most populous state with nearly 40 million people — has processed more than 20 million unemployment claims and paid out more than $128 billion in benefits.

Latinas left workforce more than other demographics amid COVID-19 pandemic, report says

A new report finds that Latinas have left the workforce at rates higher than any other demographic and also have had some of the highest unemployment rates throughout the pandemic.

Housing price hikes linked to widening insurance coverage gap

Recent home price hikes have also brought about another unexpected issue: a potential gap in insurance coverage catching homeowners by surprise.

Car loans and the impact on insurance rates: what you need to know

States vary, but you may be required to carry collision and comprehensive insurance if you have a car loan. But what if you pay off your car loan? Will your rates drop?