As late, missed payments rise, credit card borrowers face 'consequences' for falling behind, CFPB says
[ad_1] The consequences of missed credit card payments The CFPB found that late fees are often layered on top of other punitive measures
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52% of Black Americans say homeownership is a mark of success, report finds. But it can conflict with other goals
[ad_1] Maskot | Digitalvision | Getty Images While homeownership is out of reach for many Black Americans, most still see
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More Black women are becoming homeowners — it doesn’t mean it's easier, economist says
[ad_1] Kali9 | E+ | Getty Images Black women are outpacing Black men when it comes homebuying. Single female homebuyers
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You can put a price tag on the value of a personal finance education: $100,000
[ad_1] Taking a financial education class in high school does pay off. In fact, there is a lifetime benefit of
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After 35 years, he got $119,500 in student debt forgiven. Then the government refunded him $56,801
[ad_1] Marlon and his dog, George. Courtesy: Since 1988, Marlon Fox has been paying down his federal student debt. He
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The 'mob wife' trend takes over after quiet luxury — and it's easier on the wallet
[ad_1] James Gandolfini as Tony Soprano and Edie Falco as Carmela Soprano seek counseling in HBO’s hit television series, “The
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In many ways, Gen Zers are better off than their parents were 30 years ago, but fewer are financially independent — here's why
[ad_1] By many measures, Generation Z is doing well. Compared with their parents at this age, young adults are more
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Gen Z, millennials are less worried about fraud than older generations. But they have a unique risk
[ad_1] Pekic | E+ | Getty Images Younger adults are less worried about financial fraud compared to older generations, a
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Here are the top 10 hottest housing markets in 2024 — and why you may consider other options
[ad_1] Grace Cary | Moment | Getty Images The top 10 hottest housing markets are expected to be spread across
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Paying rent usually won't boost your credit score. Here's what renters need to know to make it count
[ad_1] Luis Alvarez | Digitalvision | Getty Images While rent payments do not traditionally affect your credit, a growing number
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