Here is how you can avoid a tax refund shock next year

Next year’s tax refund shouldn’t be a shock to Americans if they take stock of their income taxes mid-year, according to Jackson Hewitt.

These are the most affordable states to buy a home

A new report reveals the top most affordable states in the U.S. But some states on the East Coast have particularly high home prices. Here’s what you need to know.

Interest resumes on federal student loan debt
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Friday is a day many student loan borrowers have not been looking forward to. Interest is once again accumulating on federal student loans, with payments starting up in October. Sam Kraemer has expert advice on how to avoid falling behind.

Student loan interest rates resume for first time in 3 years
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After being paused for the past three years due to the pandemic, student loan interest rates will return starting this Friday.

These states will get a bigger slice of Biden's $39 billion student loan forgiveness pie

Borrowers in states with the highest borrowing rates are set to get the biggest share of Biden's student loan forgiveness under the new income-driven repayment plans.

More Americans turning to side hustles to supplement income
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Mitchell Creasey, The President's Coach, talks about why more Americans are honing in on side hustles to help supplement their income.

Tips for moms looking to invest from home
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Kiana Danial, CEO of Invest Diva, lays out some tips for stay-at-home moms looking to venture into the stock market.

Back-to-school financial tips for college freshmen
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Dr. Ann Kaplan, finance expert and founder of iFinance, dishes out helpful tips for incoming freshman in regards to managing their finances.

Gas prices fire up as summer draws to a close: AAA

The national average price for a gallon of gas increased this week despite a decrease in oil prices, AAA reported. But severe weather could have a major impact on gas prices in the weeks to come.

Things to consider before you buy an electric car
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Personal finance expert Dan Roccato breaks down helpful advice for those looking to purchase their first electric vehicle.

Thrift like a pro: Experts share their top tips for scoring deals on secondhand gems

What's old is new again. Thrifting is a trend that is not going out of style any time soon. Now, there are more ways than ever to bring a secondhand gem into your home.

Ace back to school shopping with these money-saving browser tools

Believe it or not, the start of the new school year is just around the corner. In a special FOX 32 money saver report, we take a look at the A-B-C's of back to school shopping.

Chicago City Council to weigh pros and cons of subminimum wage Monday

This week, the Chicago City Council will discuss the pros and cons of a subminimum wage. This is base wage between $8 to $10 an hour that’s complemented by on-the-job tips.

Staying financially secure during 'divorce season'
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A new study shows that divorces during summer are on the rise. Tracy Coenen, author of "Find Me the Money," shared advice on what to do financially during the middle of a divorce.

Benefits and risks of using ChatGPT for financial help
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Philip Shaw, Goldstone Financial Group Advisor, talks about the pitfalls and benefits of using artificial intelligence such as ChatGPT for financial guidance.