US consumer prices rise 0.3% in August 2021, lowest in 7 months

U.S. consumer prices rose a lower-than-expected 0.3% last month, a hopeful sign that a recent jump in inflation may be cooling.

How hurricane season can impact your home & auto insurance, according to an expert

Hurricane season is here, and it's already causing billions of dollars worth of property damage — some of which won't be covered by insurance. Keep reading to see if a standard homeowners policy covers hurricane damage.

Amazon eyes 125K more hires, $18+ per hour average salary

Amazon wants to hire 125,000 delivery and warehouse workers and said Tuesday that it is paying new hires an average of $18 an hour in a tight job market as more people shop online.

Warren buckles down on student loan forgiveness, says Biden 'has the power to cancel student loan debt'

Sen. Elizabeth Warren called on President Joe Biden to cancel student debt using his executive authority. Here's what we know about student debt discharges so far, including alternative repayment plan options. (iStock)

Stimulus payments curbed poverty growth during pandemic, census shows

The share of Americans in poverty rose slightly to 11.4% in 2020, but COVID-19 relief payments eased losses for many, census data showed.

Millennial, Gen Z graduates plan to lower student loan payments with refinancing, survey finds

A new survey found that young student loan borrowers are exploring their repayment options, such as a student loan refinance loan, as the federal forbearance period comes to an end. Here's why that may be a smart move.

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.

September is Life Insurance Awareness Month: Are you sufficiently covered?

It's Life Insurance Awareness Month, a time to recognize the important role life insurance plays in guaranteeing a families' financial security. See if you're sufficiently covered and find out how to buy life insurance in this guide. (iStock)

Powerball: $416 million jackpot up for grabs Monday

Nobody won the Powerball jackpot Friday night, meaning the grand prize is now worth an estimated $416 million.

College students and credit cards: How to teach financial responsibility
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Dan Roccato, Credible.com personal finance expert, joins Good Day Philadelphia to discuss how to teach your college student financial responsibility.

Revolving credit balances reach pre-pandemic levels: Here's how to pay off credit card debt

The amount of debt that Americans are carrying has increased, suggesting a return to pre-pandemic spending habits. See how you can pay down credit card debt without having to significantly cut your spending habits.