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Credit card delinquency expected to increase in 2023
Credit card and personal loan delinquency rates are expected to increase this year.
By Erin Bendig Published
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Student Loan Forgiveness Blocked For Now Due to Court Rulings
Biden's student loan debt forgiveness program is on hold until the U.S. Supreme Court weighs in.
By Kelley R. Taylor Published
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States That Could Tax Student Loan Forgiveness
Student Loans You probably won’t pay federal income taxes on forgiven student loan debt, but there are some states that will or could tax your student loan forgiveness.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Student Loan Refunds Are Real, But You Might Not Be Eligible
student loans Since President Biden announced student loan debt relief, there has been a lot of talk about student loan refunds, which surprisingly have been around for a little while.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Retirees: Cohousing is Growing. Is it Right for You?
This model of housing is designed to increase interaction. For some retirees, this is a draw. But you should know the details.
By Susan J. Wells Published
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4 Money Mistakes to Let Your Kids Make (for Their Own Good!)
When it comes to finances, don’t be a helicopter parent. Sometimes the best way to learn about money is to make a mistake.
By Eric Roberge, Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and Investment Adviser Last updated
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Is Student Loan Debt Hurting Your Retirement Plans?
Paying for College Millions of borrowers 50 and older are struggling to repay loans for themselves and their children, some delaying retirement. There’s a trick, though, to help with repayment.
By Elaine Silvestrini Published
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Are Debt Collectors Overcharging You? How to Protect Yourself
debt management "Convenience fees” on debt repayments are likely illegal.
By Elaine Silvestrini Published
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Up to $20,000 in Student Loan Cancellation is Here: But Will it Hurt Your Taxes?
taxes President Biden extended the student loan payment pause and announced up to $20,000 in student loan debt cancellation for some borrowers—plus there’s some good tax news.
By Kelley R. Taylor Published
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