Personal Finance

New York Fed data show a large spike in serious student loan delinquencies as collections resume and credit scores tumble.

Achieving financial freedom and avoiding the middle-class trap takes a proactive and strategic approach.

Timing the market doesn’t pay off. It usually ends with selling low and buying high.

The rules require that all mandatory fees be disclosed upfront, except for taxes and shipping charges.

Here are some handy tips for saving time and money when flying or driving.

A 2023 study by AMG National found that 90 percent of inherited wealth disappears by the third generation.

Millions of individuals who had paid into Social Security did not receive benefits. The Social Security Fairness Act changed that.

Even if things do get worse and we cross into recession territory, there are ways to safeguard your finances.

Lenders use your bank accounts to determine your liquidity and stability. They want to assure themselves that you can afford the mortgage.

There may come a time when you need to update and change the beneficiaries in your will.

A generation-skipping trust allows the transfer of assets to grandchildren or great-grandchildren and shields them from taxes.

As the economy continues to evolve post-pandemic, the relationship between wages and prices will remain a critical indicator of household financial health.

According to a Department of Education news release, 42.7 million borrowers owe more than $1.6 trillion in student debt.

RVing isn’t just for baby boomers; younger adults are also choosing the open roads.

Balancing student loan repayment with other financial goals requires thoughtful planning and disciplined execution.

Buying a second home can be challenging because of the higher interest rate and larger down payment.

These increasingly popular mortgages could save you big bucks.