Student Loans and Maternity Leave: What to Do
Key Points Short-term income drops during maternity leave can qualify borrowers for deferment, forbearance, or lower payments under...
How A Reverse Mortgage Works
If you’re in a situation where you have a significant amount of home equity, you may have heard about a reverse mortgage in addition...
MrBeast Moves Into Teen Banking With Step Deal
Key Points MrBeast said he is acquiring Step, a fintech app focused on teens and young adults. The announcement follows a trademark filing...
Best High-Yield Savings Rates for February 9, 2026: Up to 5%
High-yield savings account rates have held steady through the beginning of 2026. As of February 9, 2026, leading online banks are still...
Workforce Pell Grant: Eligibility, Programs, Timeline
Key Points Workforce Pell expands Pell Grants to shorter programs (generally 8 to 15 weeks and 150 to 599 clock hours) but only if programs...
Parent PLUS Student Loan Alternatives in 2026: Private vs. Federal
Key Points Parent PLUS borrowing will be capped beginning July 1, 2026: up to $20,000 per student per year and $65,000 lifetime per child....
Common IRS Where’s My Refund Questions and Errors
The IRS had made huge progress in trying to be transparent about the refund process. But, with every step forward, there are two steps...
1098-T Explained: Scholarships, Taxes, and Credits
Key Points Form 1098-T is an informational tax form that reports how much you paid for tuition, along with how much you may have received...
This Week In College And Money News: February 6, 2026
College affordability remains front and center as elite universities expand aid, more families complete the FAFSA earlier than ever, and...
6 Weird Stock Market Indicators That Sound Fake — But Investors Still Watch Them
There are many different ways to invest in the stock market—some people prefer to buy and hold, while others trade stocks on a more...