Personal finance

The job market is still favorable for workers. ‘You’re in a lucky position,’ economist says

The U.S. job market is gradually cooling but remains hot despite a year-long government campaign to reign it in, amounting…

FTC warns about student loan scams following Supreme Court decision

Scammers are likely to target student loan borrowers after the Supreme Court struck down the Biden administration’s debt forgiveness plan…

Fireworks cause $59 million of property damage a year. Your insurance policy may cover it

Fireworks-related damage may be covered by your renters or homeowners insurance policy — but not always. “The very short answer…

Biden says he’s working on a new path to student loan forgiveness after Supreme Court decision

President Joe Biden suggested on Friday that he was looking for another avenue to deliver student debt relief after the…

Supreme Court strikes down Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan

The Supreme Court on Friday struck down President Joe Biden’s federal student loan forgiveness plan, denying tens of millions of…

Canceled, delayed flights are likely over July 4 holiday weekend. What to know about your rights

A busy holiday weekend may be marred by flight delays and cancellations for thousands of travelers — and experts suggest…

3 reasons it can be smarter to rent, even if you can afford to buy

Have the money to buy a home? If you follow through, it may not be money well spent. For generations,…

Term life insurance is often best, financial advisors say — but most people buy another kind

There are two broad categories of life insurance, and data suggests many households aren’t buying the most cost-effective one. Americans…

Publishers Clearing House to refund customers $18.5 million in FTC settlement for ‘deceptive’ practices

Publishers Clearing House will refund $18.5 million to customers and make changes to its online business practices as part of…

How many credit cards should you have? The answer isn’t zero, say experts

Who’d think a little plastic rectangle could be associated with so much mystery and angst? When it comes to credit…