David McMillin writes about credit cards, mortgages, banking, taxes and travel. Based in Chicago, he writes with one objective in mind: Help readers figure out how to save more and stress less. He is ...

If you're trying to budget smarter, reduce debt or simply stay afloat, this advice could be a game-changer.

House Republicans have a plan to drastically change how millions of Americans repay their student debt. Under the GOP's new proposal, known as the Student Success and Taxpayer Savings Plan, there ...

Republicans' One Big Beautiful Bill Act could result in higher monthly payments for many federal student loan borrowers, a new analysis finds. If the legislation is enacted as drafted, a student loan ...

Homeowners are still waiting for mortgage relief. Despite mounting expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts, monthly payments remain high for millions of borrowers locked into rates near or above 7% ...

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The projected odds of a recession have been declining following the announcement of a temporary tariff truce between the U.S. and China, but it’s always best to be prepared for the worst when it comes ...

Many student loan borrowers may be able to switch into a repayment plan that lowers their monthly bill soon. The U.S. Department of Education said it will be finished implementing changes to the ...