Some student loan borrowers brace for smaller paychecks: What to know
Student loan borrowers who have defaulted on payments could have up to 15% of their pay docked by the federal government starting soon.
Social Security to stop issuing paper checks: What to know
Electronic payments will officially begin on Sept. 30.
Pennsylvania, New Jersey rank in Top 10 states with most student debt
Pennsylvania has long been a destination for higher education, but a new report suggests that comes at a significant cost for its residents. A new study ranks the state as one of the top five in the nation for student loan debt.
Fed cuts key interest rate, signals two more this year
The Federal Reserve has faced ongoing pressure from President Donald Trump to lower interest rates. However, the central bank has chosen to keep rates unchanged since late 2024.
Americans value college less than ever, but here’s what salary data says
A Gallup poll shows fewer Americans consider college essential, but new Census data reveals a stark pay gap between workers with degrees and those without.
What does the Fed lowering interest rates mean?
The Federal Reserve today made a significant decision to lower its key interest rate. Here is what you need to know.
Fed rate cuts: What they mean for you
The Federal Reserve is meeting Tuesday to decide whether to lower interest rates. Here’s what a cut would mean for mortgages, credit cards, auto loans, savings accounts and investments.
Job scams on the rise as layoffs surge in US: How to protect yourself
Looking for a job can be stressful, but scammers taking advantage of a difficult situation can make it even worse.
NJ Anchor tax rebate payments start Monday as deadlines loom
Starting this week, eligible homeowners and renters will start receiving payments as part of the 2025 Affordable New Jersey Communities for Homeowners and Renters relief program.
Social Security cost-of-living adjustment expected to rise in 2026
Inflation data from August suggests the social security cost-of-living increase could be even larger in 2026.
Philadelphia is no longer the 'poorest big city in the US,' but who took the top spot?
Poverty is down slightly across the U.S., but which city just leap frogged Philadelphia on the list of 'poorest big cities' in America?
JPMorgan processed over $1B for Jeffrey Epstein despite internal concerns over sex offender status: report
Bank compliance officials flagged suspicious activity years before Jeffrey Epstein was dropped as a client, according to the report.
Inflation rose last month amid weakening job market: How will the Fed respond?
Typically, the Fed would cut its key interest rate when unemployment rises, but it would raise rates — or at least keep them unchanged — in the face of rising inflation.
ATM fees hit record high again; see the worst cities
New data reveals that ATM fees hit a record high in 2025, with this city topping the list.
Meet the world’s richest man (Hint: It’s not Elon Musk)
The world has a new richest person after a stunning stock market surge reshaped the billionaire rankings.
Most Americans believe personal choices keep people in poverty, poll finds
A recent poll reveals that most Americans have differing views on the root cause of homelessness, but most think the government doesn’t spend enough to help those in need.
These states are the worst at budgeting, survey finds
WalletHub is out with a new report showing the states with the best and worst budgeters.
Americans' support for capitalism drops to new low, poll finds
A recent poll finds that Americans favor small business and free enterprise even though their overall feelings of capitalism has changed compared to past years.
Top tips to help lottery winners protect their finances
Experts say those who win the jackpot will need a team of professionals to properly handle their sudden windfall.
States where unemployment claims are increasing the most
The unemployment rate ticked up to 4.3% last month, according to a new jobs report from the Labor Department.