Tag: Social issues
Unmarried couples aren’t ‘default unit’ if one dies. Why that matters
Brothers91 | E+ | Getty ImagesFor unmarried couples in long-term relationships, being non-spouses from a legal standpoint may...
Expiring ACA subsidies will affect these Americans most
The U.S. Capitol in Washington, Dec. 8, 2025. Graeme Sloan/Bloomberg via Getty ImagesIt's a near certainty that enhanced...
Unemployment claims after a layoff
Thana Prasongsin | Moment | Getty ImagesThis year has been the worst for layoffs since the start of...
Student loan borrowers may qualify for lower bills under IBR change
Man planning home budget and using calculatorRockaa | E+ | Getty ImagesMany student loan borrowers could soon have...
Student loans and year-end tax planning — what borrowers need to know
Alistair Berg | Digitalvision | Getty ImagesRecent legislation and policy changes under the Trump administration have upended federal student loans....
Trump administration takes steps to dismantle Education Department
U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon smiles during the signing event for an executive order to shut down...
Social Security 2026 benefit amounts will be affected by these changes
Ascentxmedia | E+ | Getty ImagesAbout 75 million Americans will see a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment to their Social...
Student loan forgiveness notices go out — next steps for borrowers
Tim Robberts | Digitalvision | Getty ImagesStudent loan forgiveness is a major relief for borrowers — many of...
4 steps to protect your finances
A UPS truck at the Palace Imports warehouse in Linden, New Jersey, US, on Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2025....
How the Fed rate cut may widen the generational wealth gap
The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates on Wednesday, and wealthy U.S. households may benefit most. The...
Using ETFs to invest in alternative assets
Sdi Productions | Istock | Getty ImagesAmid growing consumer interest in alternative investments, financial advisors say it's important...
Student loan borrowers’ tax refunds seized by Trump administration
U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon smiles during the signing event for an executive order to shut down...