More Americans plan to claim Social Security benefits for retirement earlier than later, even if it means leaving money behind. Here’s why.
Author: Medora Lee, USA TODAY
Electricity bills soar as extreme heat bakes the US. How you can lower your utility costs.
Electric bills surge as Americans turn to AC to survive the heat. Many can’t afford to pay and now face possible shut off even as extreme heat lingers.
Consumer credit grows at moderate pace as Fed rate hikes take hold.
Consumer credit rose in June but at a slower pace, Fed data showed. Some economists wonder how much longer consumers can carry the economy.
Consumer credit grows at moderate pace as Fed rate hikes take hold.
Consumer credit rose in June but at a slower pace, Fed data showed. Some economists wonder how much longer consumers can carry the economy.
Don’t have money for college? Use FAFSA to find some. Here’s what it is and how it works.
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, is a great resource to help students find money to pay for post-secondary school. Here’s how.
A simpler FAFSA is coming for the 2024-25 school year. Here’s what to expect.
FAFSA’s going to be easier to complete for the 2024-25 school year. Here’s what people can expect.
How much money do you need to retire? Most Americans calculate $1.8 million, survey says.
Americans, on average, believe they’ll need $1.8 million for retirement. Is that realistic, and how would they get there?
Expenses beyond tuition add up. How college students should budget to stretch their money.
Everyday living expenses are a major obstacle to students earning degrees. Here’s what you need to know to budget for them.
Gas prices up: Sticker shock hits pump as heat wave, oil prices push cost to 8-month high
Gas prices hit 8-month high as nation’s heat wave slows down refineries and OPEC’s cuts and sanctions squeeze oil supply. Hurricanes remain wildcard.
Back-to-school 2023 sales tax holidays: See which 17 states offer them.
Inflation may be easing, but back-to-school supplies are still pricey. These seventeen states are offering shoppers some relief with tax holidays.