This Week In College And Money News: May 1, 2026
The student loan overhaul is now finalized. This week, the Education Department published its landmark rule implementing the new borrowing...
Best Student Loan Refinance Rates for April 30, 2026: Credible Leads At 3.66%
Student loan refinance rates have held steady throughout the first part of 2026 as the Fed has held interest rates steady. As of April 30,...
Teen Brokerage vs. UTMA: Key Differences Explained
Key Points Teen brokerage accounts like Fidelity Youth are owned and controlled by the teen, while UGMA/UTMA custodial accounts are owned...
Idaho Approves Largest Tuition Hike in Three Years
Idaho’s State Board of Education approved tuition increases of 4.4% to 4.7% across the state’s four-year public universities on...
Fed Holds Rates Steady In Rare 8-4 Split: What It Means For Savings, CDs, And Mortgages
The Federal Reserve held the benchmark federal funds rate steady at its April 29 meeting, but the decision came with a rare 8-4 dissent,...
Best 12-Month CD Rates for April 29, 2026: Up to 4.15%
Certificates of deposit (CDs) remain one of the most reliable short-term savings tools, especially for those seeking guaranteed returns as...
Education Secretary McMahon: 1 in 4 Student Loan Borrowers Now Delinquent or in Default
Education Secretary Linda McMahon faced sharp questioning from senators on student loan repayment, FAFSA fraud prevention, and proposed...
10 Least Expensive Colleges In 2026: Six Charge $0 Tuition
Where can you find the least expensive colleges in 2026? With college sticker prices still climbing year after year, finding cheap schools...
How To Get A Free Credit Report Every Week From Equifax, Experian, And TransUnion
Knowing what’s on your credit report is the difference between getting approved for a mortgage at the best rate and getting denied...