personal finance
Treasury to Take Over Management of Federal Student Loan Defaults
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Treasury Department is preparing to take the reins of managing federal student loan accounts currently in default, a significant shift announced Thursday … Read more
Fed Holds Rates Steady as Iran War Fuels Inflation Fears – How It Affects You
Washington – The Federal Reserve opted to hold interest rates steady on Wednesday, a decision heavily influenced by the economic uncertainty stemming from the ongoing conflict … Read more
Credit Card Debt: How to Prioritize Payments & Find Relief Options
The average American has about four active credit cards. If you’re feeling the burden of a higher cost of living — from higher gas prices to … Read more
ANZ, Westpac & BNZ Hike Home Loan Rates – NZ Mortgage Updates
New Zealand homeowners are facing another round of increased mortgage costs, as ANZ, the country’s largest bank, announced rate hikes across much of its fixed-term loan … Read more
NZ Economy: Can Recovery Happen Without Rising House Prices?
New Zealand’s economy is expected to continue to slowly recover this year. By Susan Edmunds of RNZ But unlike previous recoveries, this time, it’s not likely … Read more
Pay Rises 2024: Which Jobs Saw Biggest Increases in NZ?
A weak labour market has meant that many people have had small pay rises – or none at all – over the past year. By Susan … Read more
Capital Gains Tax Cuts for Home Sales: Will It Fix Housing Affordability?
Washington D.C. – As the U.S. Grapples with a persistent housing shortage, a growing chorus of lawmakers are considering changes to capital gains taxes on home … Read more
Gold Jumps as Middle East Conflict Fuels Safe-Haven Demand: How to Invest Now
The escalating conflict in the Middle East is sending ripples through global markets, and investors are once again turning to gold as a potential safe haven. … Read more
Pinterest Earnings: PINS Stock Surges on Strong 2024 Growth
Pinterest, Inc. (PINS) is currently navigating a complex landscape of market pressures and shifting investor sentiment, as evidenced by recent downgrades from financial institutions like Goldman … Read more