
Personal Finance
Is the debt deal changing student loan repayment? Here’s what you need to know
The pause's end will affect some 43 million borrowers, but, in effect, it's not a big change.
1 week ago
3 ways to protect your money if the U.S. defaults on its debt
Personal finance experts say you should prepare for a possible debt default as you would a recession.
2 weeks ago
New push on U.S.-run free electronic tax-filing system for all
The IRS has been tasked with looking into how to create a government-operated electronic free-file tax return system. But that doesn’t sit well with tax-prep companies.
2 months ago
Haven’t filed taxes yet? Don’t panic. Here’s what to know
Experts recommend pulling together all of the documents you need and then giving yourself a chunk of time to sit down and get it done.
2 months ago
Your tax refund could be smaller than last year. Here’s why
The 90 million taxpayers who have filed as of March 31 got refunds that were an average of nearly 10% less than last year.
2 months ago
New IRS leader promises faster, easier tax filing process
“This is our moment in history to transform the IRS,” said Daniel Werfel, who was ceremoniously sworn into his new role at the IRS headquarters, Tuesday.
2 months ago
Move over, mid-life crisis: The quarter-life crisis has arrived
Researchers explain how to cope with competitive housing markets, high inflation, and overall stress.
2 months ago
Still trying to quit that gym membership? The FTC is proposing a rule that could help
The Federal Trade Commission gets thousands of complaints a year from customers trapped in memberships they don't want. Its "Click to Cancel" proposal aims to change that.
3 months ago
High inflation and housing costs force Americans to delay needed health care
Close to 40% of surveyed Americans, a record high, put off medical care last year because of finances.
3 months ago
Norfolk Southern brings apology, aid to derailment hearing
In remarks prepared for Thursday's hearing, CEO Alan Shaw says he is “deeply sorry” for the impact of the derailment.
3 months ago
Federal data show evidence of home appraisal bias in Philadelphia
Appraisals are more likely to be below contract sale prices in primarily Black neighborhoods than in primarily white neighborhoods in the city.
4 months ago
Listen 1:15Fed lifts rate by quarter-point and signals more hikes ahead
Though smaller than its previous hike the latest move will likely further raise the costs of many consumer and business loans and the risk of a recession.
4 months ago
How much will it cost to see Eagles play Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII?
If you want to watch the game in person on Feb. 12 in Glendale, Arizona, it's going to cost you a lot.
4 months ago
How Pennsylvania homeowners can apply for mortgage and utility assistance
The Pennsylvania Homeowner Assistance Fund can help people who fell behind on mortgage, utilities during the pandemic — but be prepared for a wait.
4 months ago
Philadelphia real estate market is returning to ‘normal’
Home buying is more predictable as the Philadelphia real estate market recovers from the COVID-19 uncertainty.
4 months ago