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Are Student Loans Being Forgiven or Not?
Student Loans The House and Senate voted to repeal President Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan, but does it even matter?
By Katelyn Washington Last updated
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A Guide to Debt: Good vs. Bad and Tips to Better Manage It
Debt might help or hurt your long-term finances, so be mindful of its use.
By Chad Rixse Published
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Could This Be a Sign of a Recession?
With credit card spending on the rise, is a recession on the cards for the U.S.?
By Vaishali Varu Published
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How Long it Actually Takes to Pay Off Student Loans
How long does it actually take to pay off student loans? For many, it takes as long as two decades.
By Erin Bendig Published
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Tap Home Equity for Retirement Income
If you're looking for extra retirement income, it's worth checking close to home. We look at four ways to use your home equity as a source of regular income.
By Rivan V. Stinson Last updated
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Cash In on Your Home Equity
A home equity line of credit or loan can help you fund home renovations or refinance high-rate debt but consider other uses, too.
By Emma Patch Published
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Three Tips for Personal Debt Management
It takes both short- and long-term planning to stay on top of your finances. Adopt good debt management habits now, and you’ll be much happier in the long run.
By Vincent Birardi, CFP®, AIF®, MBA Published
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U.S. Household Debt Hit a Record $16.90 Trillion in 2022
Household debt hit a record $16.90 trillion at the end of 2022, jumping $394 billion in the fourth quarter of the year alone.
By Erin Bendig Published
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Can You Opt Out of Student Loan Forgiveness?
A lawsuit initially caused the Department of Education to say that borrowers could opt out of President Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan. But will it matter after the Supreme Court weighs in?
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated