As President Donald Trump began his second term, he swiftly signed executive orders aimed at fulfilling his promises of lower taxes, lower prices, and a stronger economy. However, achieving these…
Mortgage Rates on the Rise Amid Fed Cuts In recent months, mortgage rates have seen an increase despite the Federal Reserve cutting interest rates. This unexpected trend is driven by…
Trump Presidency and Student Loan Programs: What’s at Risk? As President Donald Trump reclaims the White House and Republicans gain control of Congress, concerns arise about the future of various…
Qualifying for IRS Free File To qualify for IRS Free File in 2025, your adjusted gross income (AGI) must have been $84,000 or less in 2024. Calculate your AGI by…
Saving for a Home: How Long Will It Take? Saving for a 20% down payment on a home can vary depending on where you live. In cities like New York…
Planning Your 2025 Vacation: What to Expect As travelers look ahead to their 2025 vacation plans, the cost of flights and accommodations is a top consideration. According to Skyscanner, 51%…
The Department of Government Efficiency: What to Expect Once President-elect Donald Trump assumes office, sweeping changes are expected, including the potential closure of several federal agencies and regulators. Trump, set…
Equifax Fined $15 Million for Errors in Consumer Credit Reports The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has fined Equifax $15 million over errors related to consumer credit reports. The federal watchdog…
As tax season approaches, lawmakers are divided on the future of Direct File, the IRS’ free tax filing program. Direct File, which has recently expanded to limited taxpayers in 25…
President Biden’s Student Loan Relief Efforts US President Joe Biden speaks during an event in Madison, Wisconsin, US, on Monday, April 8, 2024. In 2023, the Supreme Court blocked Biden’s…
Burned cars and homes destroyed by the Eaton Fire are pictured in Altadena, California, on Jan. 9, 2025. Zoe Meyers | AFP | Getty Images How to Determine Eligibility for…
As interest rates dropped in 2024 due to Federal Reserve cuts, experts predict the trend will continue in 2025. However, with inflation still high, a strong labor market, and a…
2025 Financial Resolutions: How to Reset Your Finances for the New Year Did you set financial goals for 2025 yet? Discover Personal Loans found that over half of U.S. consumers…
Rep. Jason Smith, R-Mo., speaks during a House Oversight and Accountability Committee impeachment inquiry hearing into U.S. President Joe Biden on Sept. 28, 2023. Jonathan Ernst | Reuters Key Tax…
Image Source: sturti | E+ | Getty Images With tax filing season underway, the IRS is set to automatically send payments to one million taxpayers. Queries like “Will I receive…