Final child tax credit payments issued as Manchin pulls support for Build Back Better

The Build Back Better bill is a $1.7 trillion social safety net that includes investments in climate change, health care and child care, which includes expanding child tax credit (CTC) payments through 2022.

Holiday shopping held back by COVID financial impact, survey shows

COVID-19 continues to put a strain on finances this holiday season, however spending is expected to increase from last year, according to a new survey. Here's what to do if you are struggling financially.

Fed eyes up to 3 interest rate hikes in 2022 to address high inflation

Fed officials also plan to accelerate the central bank's tapering of bond purchases as they adjust their economic outlook on high inflation.

Senators urge Biden administration to simplify military student loan forgiveness program

Members of the military may qualify to have the remaining balance of their student loan debt forgiven under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. But with strict documentation requirements, Congress is calling for additional student loan benefits for borrowers who served in the Armed Forces.

Warren, Schumer 'strongly urge' Biden to extend student loan forbearance and cancel debt

Progressive lawmakers are calling for the Education Department to extend the forbearance period as federal student loan borrowers are set to resume payments in February.

Can you use a personal loan to pay off your car?

If you’re looking to get out of auto loan debt, you can use a personal loan to pay off your car. Learn what this entails and whether it’s a good idea.

Student loan payment pause will not be extended, White House confirms

White House press secretary Jen Psaki confirmed that federal student loan borrowers will need to resume making payments in February.

Hobby Lobby raises minimum wage to $18.50 an hour

Hobby Lobby workers will be getting a raise to ring in the new year. The craft store chain announced it will raise its minimum full-time hourly wage to $18.50, effective January 1, 2022.