Reasons for a cash-out refinance
Some reasons for a cash-out refinance are better than others. Learn when a cash-out refinance makes sense and when it doesn’t.
Some reasons for a cash-out refinance are better than others. Learn when a cash-out refinance makes sense and when it doesn’t.
Biden administration announces student loan income-driven repayment plan changes
In addition to canceling $10,000 in student loans for eligible federal borrowers, the Biden administration also proposed new changes to other loan forgiveness programs.
In addition to canceling $10,000 in student loans for eligible federal borrowers, the Biden administration also proposed new changes to other loan forgiveness programs.
Lawsuit claims Lyft failed to protect passengers and drivers from sexual, physical assaults
The San Francisco-based rideshare company Lyft is facing 17 major new lawsuits filed by passengers and drivers, including a Chicago resident, who are survivors of sexual assault or victims of physical assault that allegedly occurred while using Lyft.
The San Francisco-based rideshare company Lyft is facing 17 major new lawsuits filed by passengers and drivers, including a Chicago resident, who are survivors of sexual assault or victims of physical assault that allegedly occurred while using Lyft.
Bed Bath & Beyond to close stores, lay off workers in attempt to reverse losses
Bed Bath & Beyond says that it will shutter stores and lay off workers in a bid to turn around its beleaguered business.
Bed Bath & Beyond says that it will shutter stores and lay off workers in a bid to turn around its beleaguered business.
Apple Pay Later raises concerns over lack of BNPL regulations, CFPB says
Apple’s foray into the buy now, pay later (BNPL) space with its newly announced Apple Pay Later product may have potential consequences, the CFPB warned.
Apple’s foray into the buy now, pay later (BNPL) space with its newly announced Apple Pay Later product may have potential consequences, the CFPB warned.
Lawsuit claims Lyft failed to protect passengers and drivers from sexual, physical assaults
'I'M SCARED TO DRIVE FOR LYFT': A Chicago driver says while she was trying to confirm the identity of a passenger, the passenger cursed at her and punched her in the head, face, back and shoulder. The driver said the passenger then lunged forward, grabbed the steering wheel, which resulted in the car crashing.
'I'M SCARED TO DRIVE FOR LYFT': A Chicago driver says while she was trying to confirm the identity of a passenger, the passenger cursed at her and punched her in the head, face, back and shoulder. The driver said the passenger then lunged forward, grabbed the steering wheel, which resulted in the car crashing.
Lincoln Square Chamber of Commerce looking for ways to stop small businesses from closing
The Chamber of Commerce in Lincoln Square says they are looking for ways to stop businesses from closing for good.
The Chamber of Commerce in Lincoln Square says they are looking for ways to stop businesses from closing for good.
South Shore bar changing business practices following fatal hit-and-run
Jeffrey Pub is changing how it does business after three men were mowed down and killed nearby earlier this month.
Jeffrey Pub is changing how it does business after three men were mowed down and killed nearby earlier this month.
Here's how the student loan payment pause impacted borrowers' credit scores
A new study by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York said that the moratorium on federal student loan payments has positively impacted borrower's finances and credit scores. (Not automatically expanded because 3 MB is too large.
A new study by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York said that the moratorium on federal student loan payments has positively impacted borrower's finances and credit scores. (Not automatically expanded because 3 MB is too large.
Supporting small businesses as more shut down for good due to rising costs, pandemic
Citing rising costs and pandemic disruptions, more and more small businesses are closing their doors for good. One North Side chamber of commerce says this has rocked the neighborhood, so they're looking for ways to stop the trend.
Citing rising costs and pandemic disruptions, more and more small businesses are closing their doors for good. One North Side chamber of commerce says this has rocked the neighborhood, so they're looking for ways to stop the trend.
Mortgage rates increase as market reacts to expected Fed rate hike, experts say
Rates for the 30-year mortgage are back up again this year over concerns that the Federal Reserve will again raise interest rates.
Rates for the 30-year mortgage are back up again this year over concerns that the Federal Reserve will again raise interest rates.
Here's who has qualified for student loan forgiveness under Biden
The Biden administration has forgiven federal student debt through four major loan forgiveness programs, including PSLF and borrower defense.
The Biden administration has forgiven federal student debt through four major loan forgiveness programs, including PSLF and borrower defense.
Secret Service recovers $286 million in stolen pandemic loans
Since 2020, the Secret Service initiated more than 3,850 pandemic related fraud investigations.
Since 2020, the Secret Service initiated more than 3,850 pandemic related fraud investigations.
Highland Park community rallies around businesses disrupted by parade massacre
In addition to the suffering caused by the shooting deaths and injuries that happened during Highland Park?s Fourth of July Parade, businesses were unable to operate while law enforcement conducted their investigation.
In addition to the suffering caused by the shooting deaths and injuries that happened during Highland Park?s Fourth of July Parade, businesses were unable to operate while law enforcement conducted their investigation.
More young adults are moving back in with their parents amid chaotic rental market
Personal finance expert Dan Roccato talks about the emerging trend of more young adults moving back in with their parents to avoid a volatile housing and rental market.
Personal finance expert Dan Roccato talks about the emerging trend of more young adults moving back in with their parents to avoid a volatile housing and rental market.
Lightfoot highlights investments for Chicago start-up businesses
Dozens of business owners Thursday learned the ‘dos’ and 'don'ts' on getting government contracts.
Dozens of business owners Thursday learned the ‘dos’ and 'don'ts' on getting government contracts.
Mayor Lightfoot highlights investments for Chicago start-up businesses
Dozens of business owners Thursday learned the ?dos? and 'don'ts' on getting government contracts.
Dozens of business owners Thursday learned the ?dos? and 'don'ts' on getting government contracts.
Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan — here’s everything you need to know
President Joe Biden announced Wednesday that his administration is forgiving at least $10,000 per federal student loan borrower who makes less than $125,000 a year. Here's what that means for you.
President Joe Biden announced Wednesday that his administration is forgiving at least $10,000 per federal student loan borrower who makes less than $125,000 a year. Here's what that means for you.
Biden cancels $10K in student loan debt per borrower — what to know
President Joe Biden announced Wednesday that his administration will cancel $10,000 in student loan debt per borrower.
President Joe Biden announced Wednesday that his administration will cancel $10,000 in student loan debt per borrower.
Social Security accelerates decision-making process for those with severe disabilities
The Social Security Administration announced 12 new conditions that will receive a quick decision on disability benefits.
The Social Security Administration announced 12 new conditions that will receive a quick decision on disability benefits.