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$9 Billion More in Student Loan Debt Forgiven
Biden forgives $9B in student loan debt on heels of loan repayments resuming.
By Joey Solitro
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What Happens When Student Loan Payments Resume?
With an increased monthly debt burden, borrowers could cut discretionary spending, causing economic turmoil. On the bright side, alternative ways to pay for college are being considered.
By Daniel Rubin
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Credit Card Debt Increases By State
Americans now have over $1.2 trillion in credit card debt. California and Texas lead the charge for states with the biggest quarter-over-quarter jump.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Maryland Student Loan Tax Credit: What You Should Know
State Tax Who gets a Maryland student loan tax credit?
By Katelyn Washington
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Five Ways You Can Assess, Manage and Pay Off Debt
Average personal debt is lower now than it was in 2019, but many Americans still struggle with debt. Here are some ways to both pay it down and grow your wealth.
By Christian Mitchell
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Loan Lender Sued for 'Trapping' Borrowers
Heights Finance was charged over a loan-churning scheme that aggressively pushed borrowers to refinance.
By Joey Solitro
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How to Manage Parent PLUS Student Loans as You Near Retirement
Your strategies for retirement savings, repayment plans and tax management will shift as you get closer to retirement. Plus, mistakes to avoid.
By Erik Kroll, CFP®
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Are You Overlooking Your Financial Institution’s Resources?
Reaching your financial goals could be easier if you maximized the educational offerings as well as credit and debt counseling available through financial institutions.
By Kevin Brauer, MBA, CPA, CMA
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Americans Are Running Through Pandemic Savings, Study Shows
Households are quickly depleting the excess savings they built up during the recession, Federal Reserve study shows.
By Kathryn Pomroy