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Student-loan repayment pause helped young people ‘participate in the recent housing boom’
The ongoing student-loan payment pause boosted homeownership rates among young Americans, according to a new report. Read More
Gas-stove ban: U.S. moves closer to action as a consumer agency turns up its scrutiny
The U.S. could be edging nearer to a ban on gas stoves, if the interest of a federal consumer safety commission is any indication. Read More
Why you should protect your salary with ‘own occupation’ disability insurance, just like you insure your house
Damar Hamlin and Jeremy Renner’s injuries show the value of robust disability insurance, but most people don’t have it. Read More
The last 8 years were Earth’s hottest on record
As searing temps notably gripped parts of Europe and China in 2022, the eight warmest years for the planet on record have now occurred just since 2014. Read More
‘Our kids say our small house is embarrassing’: My husband and I earn $ 160K, have $ 1 million in retirement savings, cook at home and drive an old Honda. Are we missing out?
‘Should we be redecorating, going to Cancun and Disney World and getting takeout every night instead?’ Read More
Biden administration unveils sweeping changes to student loan repayment
The proposal would make income-driven repayment more generous Read More
Three reasons this is the year to buy a hybrid vehicle, and 2 reasons it’s not
Buying a car these days means deciding what energy source will fuel it. Is this the year for you to buy a hybrid? Here are some pros and cons to help you decide. Read More
Skip the resolutions and jump to action: 3 moves that can actually help you spend less money and pay off more debt
Do you want to be better with money this year? January ambition doesn’t always match up with mid-year motivation. These three money actions can help. Read More