Best 12-Month CD Rates In April 2026
Looking for the best 12-month CDs in April 2026? With interest rates still at multi-decade highs, short-term CDs are paying yields that...
Treasury Taps Robinhood and BNY Mellon to Power New Trump Accounts Program
Key Points The U.S. Treasury has designated BNY Mellon as financial agent and partnered with Robinhood as brokerage and initial trustee for...
Trump’s Budget Proposal Would Cut $2.3 Billion From Education
Key Points The Trump administration’s FY2027 budget proposes $76.5 billion for the Department of Education (a $2.3 billion cut) while...
FIRE Psychology During a Stock Market and Economic Downturn
As someone who’s been writing about FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) since 2009 and actually leaving full-time work for...
10 Signs You’re Ready To Start Your Own Business
Have you been thinking about starting your own business? Maybe you’ve caught yourself daydreaming about starting your own small business...
How to Prepare for a Recession
A couple years ago, the warning signs of a recession were mostly talk. But in 2026, this concern is much higher and if you aren’t...
Trump Accounts: 4 Million Kids Enrolled, IRS Says
Key Points The IRS says more than 4 million children have been enrolled in tax-advantaged Trump Accounts, with over 1 million elections...
Millions of Borrowers Must Choose a New Repayment Plan — Here’s How to Pick
Key Points Starting July 1, 2026, the Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP) becomes the new income-driven option for federal student loan...
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (April 4–5)
Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” – this week’s edition kicks off with the news...
This Week In College And Money News: April 3, 2026
The student loan system is entering a new phase — and borrowers are being forced to adapt quickly. This week, millions of borrowers...