In Debt Weekly

Recent worries about inflation, high interest rates and chaotic global events have kept experts and investors queasy about the stock market and the economy overall. That fear and uncertainty have led to whispers about another recession or a potential stock market crash—the first since the start of the coronavirus pandemic…

Ahh, sweet summertime. It’s the season for hangouts by the pool, neighborhood barbecues, family vacations and all things outdoors. But while those and all our other favorite warm-weather activities are fun, they aren’t exactly free—and the costs can spin out of control if you aren’t careful. So, to make sure you stay…

2. Take care of your Four Walls first. When setting up your budget, write down your monthly income first. Then you’ll subtract your monthly expenses—starting with the essentials. The Four Walls are your top priority, so make sure your budget is ready to cover these things before anything else (in this…

For over three years, federal student loan payments were on hold. But that’s no longer the case. Federal student loan payments started back in October 2023—and interest restarted on September 1, 2023.1 Yep, like Twitter and the show Riverdale, the student loan payment pause has come to an end. And…