Credit card debt carried over monthly is most common type of debt: AARP

Credit card debt is affecting many Americans as they deal with high inflation, and many are carrying their balances from month-to-month. Here’s how to pay down credit card debt quickly.

How to find dental financing when dental insurance isn't enough

Dental loans can help you pay for a procedure when the maximum benefit amount on your dental insurance isn’t enough. Learn more about dental financing here.

Mortgage rates inch higher to kick off 2023: Freddie Mac

The average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rose to 6.48% for the week ending Jan. 5, according to Freddie Mac's Primary Mortgage Market Survey.

Biden administration unveils defense of student loan forgiveness plan at Supreme Court

The Biden administration launched its defense of its student loan forgiveness plan before the Supreme Court. Here’s how to lower your student loan monthly payments.

Personal loan origination fees: Are they worth the cost?

A personal loan origination fee is paid upfront when you take out a loan. If you’re wondering if origination fees are worth the cost, here’s what you should know.

Secure 2.0 Act will help Americans build emergency savings: Here's how

Beginning in 2024, sponsors of individual account plans can create "emergency savings accounts" that allow employees to make Roth after-tax contributions to special savings account within the retirement plan.

Paying off debt is top priority for many consumers in 2023: survey

Seventy-four percent of respondents said that cost of living increases impacted their spending decisions for 2023. However, 36% said they still planned to prioritize paying off debt.

Secure 2.0 Act: Student loan payments will count toward 401(K) matching contributions

The Secure Act 2.0 will let companies make 401(k) employer matches based on employees’ qualified student loan payments, beginning in 2024. Here’s how to pay down student loan debt quickly.

Home prices gain value at slower pace in October: CoreLogic

U.S. home prices will continue to slow and possibly move into "negative territory" before climbing again next year, according to CoreLogic.

Holiday spending increased in 2022 amid high inflation

This year, holiday spending increased across online and in-store retail channels, according to a new report by Mastercard. Here’s how to pay down holiday debt quickly.

How to get a personal loan

If you’re wondering how to get a personal loan to consolidate debt or to fund a large expense, here’s what you need to know.

Most homebuyers don't shop for mortgages: Zillow

Nearly half (46%) of would-be buyers applying for a mortgage only submitted one application, which put them at risk of missing out on significant savings throughout their mortgage, a survey said.

Where to get a $40K personal loan

A $40,000 personal loan can be used for a variety of expenses, but remember that your credit history and other factors will impact your overall loan costs.