Borrowers urged to apply for Navient's private student loan forgiveness

The Project on Predatory Student Lending (PPSL) launched a campaign to raise awareness of Navient's discharge program for certain borrowers seeking relief because their school lied to them.

CEOs got big raises last year; workers didn't

The typical compensation package for S&P 500 chief executives surged nearly 13% last year to a median of $16.3 million, significantly outpacing the 4.1% rise in private-sector worker wages, highlighting the widening pay gap amid rising inflation and financial pressure on American households.

The 10 cheapest new cars in 2024

Nissan, Kia, Hyundai and Mitsubishi dominate Cars.com's list of the cheapest new cars.

IRS’ free Direct File program to become permanent, expand to more states

The IRS’ Direct FIle, a free online tool that allows taxpayers to file directly to the agency, will expand starting in the 2025 tax season.

Is college worth it? Here's what Americans think in new survey

Is the cost of college worth it? Americans have mixed views amid rising tuition costs and mounting student loan debt.

Nearly 80% of Americans now consider fast food a 'luxury' due to high prices

A recent LendingTree survey found that 78% of Americans now consider fast food a "luxury" purchase due to high prices, with 62% eating it less frequently and nearly half finding it as expensive as sit-down restaurant meals.

Chipotle customers claim filming gets bigger portions amid portion size controversy

Chipotle customers are claiming that filming employees results in larger portions amid ongoing complaints about reduced portion sizes and high food prices.

15 million Americans still harmed by medical debt despite credit agencies' changes

The CFPB said some 15 million Americans are still struggling with more than $49 billion in outstanding medical bills in collections on their credit reports.

Costco price hike: Popular items see unexpected jumps in cost

Gas prices have quietly increased along with olive oil, but Costco's famous $1.50 hot dog and soda combo remains unchanged.