Guaranteed income pilot program coming for suburban Cook County residents

Thousands of financially struggling residents across the suburbs will be able to apply to take part in a guaranteed income pilot program that will be funded by $42 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds.

Car insurance rates 'aren't skyrocketing' despite 4% annual inflation: report

Record-high price inflation has resulted in car insurance rate increases over the past year, but average rates are actually about the same as they were before the pandemic.

Tips for saving money on groceries
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Registered dietitian Maggie Michalczyk dishes out a few easy ways to save money while grocery shopping.

How is your money affected by the Russia-Ukraine conflict?
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Bill Bloom from Bloom Financial breaks down how Russia's invasion of Ukraine could impact the day-to-day finances of Americans.

These 2.4M borrowers may not get student loan forgiveness

Americans with private student debt wouldn't meet the eligibility requirements for widespread federal loan forgiveness that's proposed by prominent Democrats.

Student loan forgiveness programs: Which one is best for you?

Student loan forgiveness programs can cancel all or part of your federal student loans. Learn how they work and if you’re eligible.

Should you get a wedding loan to pay for your big day?

Wedding loans provide a lump sum to pay for goods and services on your big day. Here’s a look at what they offer and how to shop for the right loan.

7 tips on how to pay for college

Wondering how to pay for college? Consider these ways to cover college costs and reduce education expenses.

3.8 million homeowners would still benefit from refinancing amid rise in mortgage rates, says Black Knight

Mortgage rates are on the rise, however there are still millions of borrowers that could save hundreds on their monthly mortgage payments through refinancing, according to Black Knight.

Biden administration cancels another $415M in student loan debt: Do you qualify?

Nearly 16,000 borrowers will receive $415 million in student loan cancellation after the Education Department approved a round of borrower defense claims on Feb. 16.

5 ways to improve your credit score in 2022

Building your credit history can be as simple as checking your credit report for errors and improving your on-time payment history.

Financial infidelity becoming a concerning trend among couples
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Beverly Harzog from U.S. News and World Report talks about what financial infidelity is and why an increasing number of couples are guilty of financially cheating on their partners.

Electric vehicle sales hit record high in 2021, KBB reports

EV sales increased 72% year-over-year, according to KBB, but there are some important costs of EV ownership that drivers should consider.