Some consumers to spend more post-pandemic, including on home improvements, survey finds

More than a quarter of Americans who plan to increase their post-pandemic spending want to take on a home improvement project, according to a new survey. Here are some ways to pay for renovations.

Education Department extends Navient's federal loan servicing contract through 2023

The Department of Education extended its contract with student loan servicer Navient, according to data obtained on a federal procurement website. Here's what that means for borrowers.

Homebuyers can expect higher inventory, more choices this fall, Realtor.com finds: Tips for buying now

Owning a home may be easier this fall with increased inventory, according to Realtor.com data. Whether you're a first-time buyer or a seasoned homeowner, here's how to find the right home and type of loan for you.

Nobel prize for economics awarded to 3 in US for societal research

The 2021 Nobel prize for economics on Monday was awarded to three U.S-based economists for work on so-called “natural experiments.”

McConnell warns Biden he won’t help vote to raise debt ceiling in December

“I write to inform you that I will not provide such assistance again if your all-Democrat government drifts into another avoidable crisis,” Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell wrote in a letter to President Joe Biden on Friday.

September jobs report: US adds weak 194K jobs as delta maintains hold

U.S. employers added just 194,000 jobs in September, a second straight tepid gain and evidence that the pandemic still has a grip on the economy.

Longer student loan forbearance is needed, 40% of borrowers say in survey

The payment suspension on federal student loans was part of the greater push for COVID-19 emergency relief, but payments restart in just a few short months. According to a new survey, 40% of borrowers want a longer suspension of loan payments.

What is a deductible in car insurance?

Here’s everything you need to know about car insurance deductibles, including how much they cost and what type of coverage you may need.

Debt ceiling: Deal reached with GOP on short-term fix, Schumer says

A debt ceiling deal that would temporarily raise the limit through December has been reached with Republicans, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said.

Georgia's TV and film production could be impacted as union heads closer to potential strike

A film and TV production union is one step closer to a potential strike. An overwhelming majority of the 60,000 members of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) voted to give the union's president the power to call a strike.