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By Bobbi Rebell for Accredited Debt Relief On paper, Thanksgiving might seem like a relatively affordable holiday. No gifts, no costumes and no elaborate decorations. Just a turkey, some sides and the people you love around the table. Unfortunately, the receipts this year may tell a different story for one big reason: Groceries are becoming

By Chabeli Carrazana for The 19th Most Americans think the federal government should increase spending on childcare, and one group of voters more than any other is in favor of that change: Gen Z.  Data from a new The 19th/YouGov poll found that 52% of U.S. adults overall think federal childcare spending needs a boost,

By Jenelle Dito for FICO If you’ve been paying more attention to your credit score lately, you’re in good company. The appetite among Americans to understand and manage their credit has never been stronger. According to the 2026 fall edition of the FICO Score Credit Insights Report, conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of

By Mallika Mitra for Current With December just around the corner, you may be planning your holiday shopping and considering what to make your New Year’s resolution. But don’t forget to give your finances the year-end treatment, too. It’s important to check in on your investing and savings goals regularly, and the new year can

By Amy Kalin for Intuit Credit Karma Americans with open student loan debt are navigating the biggest changes to federal repayment programs in years. For many, the developments are unsettling. Among other shifts, the popular SAVE repayment plan was discontinued, requiring millions to move to new plans with potentially burdensome payments heading into 2027. Below, Intuit

By Ginita Wall for Intuit TurboTax Every year, military families leave real money on the table simply because they don’t know which tax breaks apply to them. Service members earn benefits most civilians don’t get — but only if they claim them. Here, Intuit TurboTax explores four of the most commonly missed tax breaks for service

By Stefanie Moody for Ally Financial Whether you plan to sip a cocktail on the beach, explore quaint city streets or hike at a national park, the last thing you want to worry about on vacation is your money. With a little pre-trip budgeting and a plan for saving and splurging while you’re away, you

By Courtney Alev for Intuit Credit Karma The holidays are fast approaching, but for many Americans, their financial outlook is looking less merry than it did a year ago.  According to a new study from Intuit Credit Karma, nearly a third of Americans (31%) say they’re heading into the holiday season in a worse financial

By Rachel Antonelli for TD Rebecca Shpektor is counting down to her February wedding. She and her fiancé have reserved the venue, booked vendors and explored reception details. Amid the excitement, wedding planning has also pushed them to talk about money more openly. Those conversations can often be difficult. The TD 2026 Love & Money Survey of

Layoffs used to come in waves. But many companies are now making smaller, more frequent cuts instead of one big round. These “forever layoffs” never really stop long enough for anyone to feel secure. According to the American Psychological Association’s (APA) 2026 Work in America, about 1 in 3 (32%) U.S. workers are concerned about

In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has evolved from a fringe tool into a mainstream resource for everyday investors. A 2026 survey of 1,000 U.S. adults conducted by SoFi highlights how widely AI is used for investing. According to the survey, three out of four investors turn to AI for investing-related questions. Among investors using AI, 84%

Whether debt relief is a good idea for you depends on your individual situation and whether any of the solutions fit your budget and goals. But if you are struggling to pay down your debt, learning about debt relief and debt management options is a strong first step toward getting back on track. OneMain Financial explains

When you’re ready to learn about credit scores, that’s a good thing—it shows that you take your financial health seriously.  What is a credit score? In simple terms, it’s a three-digit number that tells you (and lenders) how you have managed your credit accounts and debts.  Achieve looks at what a 680 credit score means for you

Every fall, students return to college and university campuses or arrive for their first semester. Between class schedules, getting books and supplies and figuring out a new routine, there is plenty to prepare for. But what often gets overlooked are the financial decisions young adults will face almost immediately. “College can bring a new level

Having a negative net worth means a household owes more than it owns, and high debt relative to assets is associated with greater perceived depression, more stress and poorer health. For nearly two decades before the Great Recession, the share of U.S. households whose debts equaled or exceeded their assets held fairly steady, then rose sharply

It’s hard to believe that it’s already the last quarter of the year. For student-athletes balancing classes, practices, competitions, and various sources of income — including part-time work and Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) earnings — now is a great time to make some easy and smart tax moves to help lower your tax bill

In most of the United States, the price a driver pays for car insurance is influenced not just by driving history or vehicle type, but by credit history. The practice, which relies on a scoring model distinct from the standard consumer credit score, has become a near-universal feature of auto insurance pricing. According to the National

It’s no secret that money is a major source of stress for many people. In fact, the latest Stress in America survey from the American Psychological Association found 65% of Americans cite money as a stressor — the highest rate in nearly a decade. Plenty of outside forces affect our financial lives, not to mention the

Futures trading can open the door to a wide range of market opportunities—whether you’re interested in major market equity indices, commodities, or currencies. If you’re new to the world of futures or simply exploring how to trade futures, understanding the fundamentals of futures contracts is the first step.  NinjaTrader breaks down what futures contracts are, how

  Financial strain doesn’t always stem from reckless spending. Often, it’s the result of timing, complexity, or a portfolio that’s grown faster than the systems set up to manage it. Even high‑net‑worth individuals can find themselves asset‑rich but cash‑poor. Wells Fargo specialists share how to recognize the triggers and warning signs of financial overextension, understand