86% of restaurants, bars waiting for COVID-19 relief could close, IRC says

The Independent Restaurant Coalition is asking for Congress to replenish the Restaurant Revitalization Fund to help restaurants and bars still struggling to stay afloat during the COVID-19 pandemic.

New Year’s Day: Which stores, restaurants will be closed?

Many grocery stores, drug stores, gas stations and restaurants will have limited hours on New Year’s Day, and some businesses will even be closed.

These 25 states will see a minimum wage boost in 2022

Several U.S. states will receive minimum wage increases in 2022. Here's a list and when each boost will occur.

How to get a personal loan

If you’re wondering how to get a personal loan to consolidate debt or for any other reason, here’s what you need to know.

Graduates can save more money than ever as fixed student loan refinance rates set record low

Fixed student loan refinance rates set a new record low during the week of Dec. 13, which means that borrowers have the opportunity to reduce their monthly payments, pay off their loans faster and save more money on their college debt.

Should I pay off my student loans or invest?

Not sure if you should pay off your student loans or invest your money? Here’s how to make the right choice for your situation.

Omicron variant drives decrease in mortgage rates: Freddie Mac

Mortgage interest rates decreased leading up to the Christmas holiday due to the spread of the COVID-19 omicron variant.

What is cash-out refinancing and how does it work?

Learn everything you need to know about cash-out refinancing and whether it could help you meet your financial goals.

CFPB opens investigation into buy now, pay later credit programs

The CFPB announced a new investigation into buy now, pay later (BNPL) credit programs, saying it is concerned they allow consumers to take on debt too easily.

How to pay off $50K in student loans

Here’s how to pay off $50K in student loans after you leave school.

Here are 3 ways to pay off holiday debt quickly

Growth in holiday spending could reach an all-time high in 2021. Here are ways to pay down your holiday debt quickly.

Does debt consolidation hurt your credit? What you need to know

Debt consolidation lets you roll several high-interests debts into one manageable payment. Find out whether it hurts your credit.

Housing inventory shortages drive seller's market in November, Redfin reports

Redfin's housing market predictions for 2022 are more positive with a higher supply of new homes causing price growth to slow down. But by then, higher mortgage rates are likely to impact housing affordability.