Savers anticipating a Social Security cut should start exploring ways to boost their savings accounts now. DNY59/Getty Images Social Security recipients may have to make up a shortfall of as much as $500 each month. That’s according to a new report released this week that outlined a scenario in which the program’s retirement trust fund … Read more
A garnishment order impacts your pay, but it doesn’t hand your employer discretion over your paycheck. Getty Images/iStockphoto There’s a common assumption that wage garnishment is a standoff between you and the creditor you owe money to. What many borrowers don’t realize, though, is that the moment a garnishment order takes effect, a third party … Read more
It’s official: Amazon Prime Day 2026 is happening from June 23 to 26. The Prime member-exclusive sale typically offers some of the lowest prices of the year on thousands of products across categories like tech, clothing, beauty, kitchen and more, and you can save on essentials like groceries and household staples too. To help you … Read more
Mortgage rates could shift this summer, so homebuyers should stay attuned to what experts think will happen. Muhammad Aqib/Getty Images For much of the last year, homebuyers have been waiting for a meaningful break on mortgage rates. Instead, they’ve faced a market that seems stuck in place, with mortgage loan borrowing costs remaining high and … Read more
Retirees should evaluate their savings account options closely before making a $20,000 deposit now. Miljan Zivkovic/Miljan Živković/Getty Images The average total return on a stock market investment has typically been around 10%, and over the last 10 years, that’s increased to as high as 16%. So, for savers looking for a home for their money, … Read more
Short-term CDs and money market accounts should be carefully evaluated by savers now. Getty Images/iStockphoto There are multiple viable ways for savers to accumulate $50,000 in their savings accounts. But in today’s uncertain economic climate, there are few clear ways to protect and grow that money further. Stock market performance has been strong, for example, … Read more
Major changes are coming to the student loan landscape starting July 1 that will limit how much Americans can borrow and their repayment options. Those changes are a result of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which President Trump signed into law last year. The Education Department has framed the overhaul as a way to … Read more
The Trump administration has signaled that, going forward, it will be harder for foreigners in the United States to seek permanent residence – a green card – without leaving to apply from their home countries. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the agency that oversees legal immigration, says that the memo it released last week is … Read more
Savers can safely and effectively grow their $10,000 by opening a long-term CD account now. athima tongloom/Getty Images If you’re looking to earn an elevated return on your money, a certificate of deposit (CD) account could be one of the best options to choose. And if you’re looking to avoid market uncertainty with a guaranteed … Read more
Southwest Airlines has rolled back part of its divisive policy requiring overweight passengers to buy two tickets on flights when they require a second seat because of their size. Under the budget carrier’s revised rules, Southwest gate agents will arrange a free second seat for passengers who need the extra room on flights where two … Read more