credit & debt

Home sales and prices have been on a tear and are forecast to continue to rise in 2021. Whether you're hoping to sell, buy or refi, contributing write…

Although uncertainty and confusion have surrounded the Paycheck Protection Program since its launch, that shouldn't stop small business owners from pa…

Take advantage of the extension to check each report for errors or signs of fraudulent activity.

From stimulus checks to enhanced unemployment benefits, these perks from the American Rescue Plan will provide significant financial relief to million…

Home is where the heart is, but it’s also a source of regular income for many retirees.

There are limits on what debt collectors can do to recoup what you owe. If you have medical debts, you have even more rights.

If you don't have to use your third stimulus check for basic necessities, consider putting the money to work for you. You'll thank yourself later.

Most restrictions put in place to protect your stimulus check from garnishment don't apply to Recovery Rebate tax credits.

President Joe Biden’s $1.9 trillion stimulus package lays the groundwork to forgive some student loan debt.

Free weekly access is ending, but several services let you view your credit files more than once a year.

From reading materials to debt, the demands on your savings during your golden years might surprise you.

We spend a lot of time worrying about running out of cash in retirement. But you might be surprised to see some of the things you'll find yourself spe…

Before you tell your lender you want to resume payments, consider whether there are better uses for your money.

For two weeks, mom-and-pop businesses will move to the front of the line for Paycheck Protection Program loans.

Applying for college financial aid will soon get easier, but some single parents and those with multiple kids in college may not be happy about other …

Some major card issuers are giving referral bonuses to eligible cardholders.

On his first day as president, Joe Biden continued the suspension of student loan payments until October.

Starting with the FAFSA available for filing in October 2022, the number of questions will be reduced from 108 to 36.

Seeking protection from creditors can provide a lifeline, but there are plenty of trade-offs.

Social Security has funding problems that the COVID-19 pandemic has made worse. What are the prospects for the next Congress and administration doing …

There are many ways to pay off your student loans, but the “best” way for you may not be the cheapest at first glance. Three doctors’ stories show how…

Gray divorce issues include weaving through the complications of splitting pensions, 401(k)s and more before the process is complete.

College students were shut out of the first round of stimulus payments, but they're hoping for a better deal with a second stimulus check.

If you don't have to use your second stimulus check for basic necessities, consider putting the money to work for you. You'll thank yourself later.

Naming your child as an authorized user on your credit card can be a great way to set them up with a healthy credit report.