Understanding the Dangers of Private Student Loans
Carlo Prearo | Istock | Getty Images Max out federal aid first People should consider taking out a private loan only when they have reached the federal student loan limits …
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Potential Ineligibility for Biden’s Future Student Loan Forgiveness Program
President Joe Biden speaks at the White House on June 30, 2023. Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images First plan excluded a small share of borrowers At an estimated cost …
How can you determine the due date of your upcoming federal student loan bill?
Johnnygreig | E+ | Getty Images Interest will start accruing in September Although federal student loan payments won’t be due until October, interest will continue collecting on your debt again …
What’s Next: The Impact of Low Federal Interest Rates on the U.S. Economy
The United States is entering a new economic era as the Federal Reserve hikes its benchmark interest rate. In July 2023, the federal funds effective rate stood above 5% for …
The Elusive Quest: Uncovering a Car Priced Below $30,000
Car shoppers like luxury Well before the Covid-19 pandemic, consumer tastes had started to steadily shift away from sedans toward more expensive SUVs and trucks. Then, car buyers piled on …
The Potential Tax Implications of Biden’s Student Loan Forgiveness
Supporters of student debt forgiveness demonstrate outside the U.S. Supreme Court on June 30, 2023, in Washington, DC. Olivier Douliery | AFP | Getty Images If you’re expecting debt cancellation …
Restaurants face resistance from diners over bill surcharges
Restaurants are getting squeezed This year, 15% of restaurant owners added surcharges, according to the National Restaurant Association’s restaurant business conditions survey. Unlike other small businesses, it can be hard for restaurants …
Some 800,000 borrowers receive student debt relief as Biden forgives $39 billion
President Joe Biden announces new actions on June 30, 2023 to protect borrowers after the Supreme Court struck down his student loan forgiveness plan. Chip Somodevilla | Getty Images The …