Inflation drops in December – will the Fed slow interest rate hikes in 2023?
Inflation eased in December, but interest rates are likely to increase a few more times in 2023. However, the rate of increase could slow, one Fed official says. Here's what it means for you.
Here's when you can start filing your 2022 tax return
Tax filing begins on Jan. 23, and the deadline to submit last year's tax returns, file extensions, and pay money owed falls on April 18.
Biden proposes new student loan repayment plan: Here’s how much borrowers will save
The Department of Education's new student loan repayment plan would offer $0 monthly payments for any individual borrower who makes less than roughly $30,600 annually and any borrower in a family of four who makes less than about $62,400.
Here's how much the average household owes in debts
Over the past year, nearly 30% of Americans say their overall debt has increased.
US inflation slows to 6.5% over past 12 months, easing some pressure
The softer readings add to growing signs that the worst inflation in four decades is gradually waning.
Biden: Easing inflation 'giving families some real breathing room'
Inflation eased to 6.5% in December compared with 12 months earlier.
Tax changes 2023
There are some big changes when it comes to what you'll pay in taxes on your income in the coming year.
FTX Trading bankruptcy: Customer, creditor information will remain concealed
The judge presiding over the bankruptcy of cryptocurrency exchange FTX Trading is allowing the company to maintain a veil of secrecy over the names of individual customers and creditors.
10-year fixed private student loan rates fall to lowest levels in five weeks
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Secure 2.0 Act helps savers nearing retirement boost catch-up contributions
The Secure 2.0 Act of 2022 – a follow-up to the 2019 Secure Act – allows for an increase in "catch-up" contributions for people nearing retirement.
IRS issues tax refunds to 12M who qualified for tax break on 2020 unemployment benefits
The IRS said that it has issued tax refunds to millions of Americans who overpaid taxes on their unemployment benefits during the first year of the pandemic.
Mega Millions jackpot grows to $1.35 billion, 2nd largest in game history
The grand prize also comes with an estimated $707.9 million cash option after no ticket matched all six numbers on Tuesday night. Here’s when the next drawing occurs.
Mega Millions: Here are the winning numbers for the $1.1 billion jackpot
The Mega Millions jackpot also comes with an estimated $568.7 million cash option. Here's when the next drawing happens.
Biden, López Obrador, Trudeau show unity during summit, downplay tensions
President Joe Biden, Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau are seeking to downplay their frustrations with one another on migration and trade as they meet for the North American Leaders Summit.
Romance scammers: Record losses reported by dating app users
Users of dating apps such as Tinder, Hinge, Match and Plenty of Fish will now see warnings and reminders about potential online romance scams and fraud.
US proposes changes that would cut payments for many student loan borrowers — here's who would benefit
The proposed changes would create "the most affordable income-driven repayment plan that has ever been made available," the U.S. Dept. of Education said.
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.
Secure 2.0 Act will require companies to auto enroll workers into 401(k) plans
Companies that offer 401(k) plans will be required to automatically enroll their employees beginning in 2025.
NYC's offering $100 to every 5-year-old, here is how to claim it
Each kindergarten or first-grade student is given $100 under the program.
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.