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How to manage your student loan payments after a layoff

Figuring out how to keep up with monthly student loan payments is one of the many challenges for those who have lost their job.

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How to manage your student loan payments after a layoff

Student loan borrowers who are unemployed have a number of relief options available to them, despite current challenges to the system.

CNBC - 20h

Why student-loan borrowers ‘are going to feel the brunt’ of the Education Department layoffs

The cuts come during what was already set to be a period of mass upheaval for the student-loan system.

MarketWatch - 5d

Federal student loan site down Wednesday, a day after layoffs gutted Education Department

An hours-long outage on StudentAid

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I fled our $2.2M home due to domestic abuse. I’m on the loan, but we’re both on the title. My husband won’t sell. What now?

“He contributed a $1 million down payment. I mortgaged the rest in my name.”

MarketWatch - Mar. 9

Late car payments hit highest level in decades

Americans are falling behind on their monthly car payments at the highest rate in more than 30 years.

The Hill - Mar. 8

Social Security payments scrutinized by DOGE amid search for fraud

DOGE is sifting through Social Security payments in an anti-fraud effort that has some worried the administration could deny payments to vulnerable older Americans.

ABC News - Mar. 10

Americans struggling to pay back car loans

More Americans are having trouble paying down their car loans, especially those with sub prime loans. Andres Gutierrez takes a look at what's causing the trend.

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'People are really angry': A vibe shift around layoffs is happening across the workforce

A 2023 layoff inspired Melanie Ehrenkranz to launch Laid Off, a newsletter to share all the things you want to spill about a layoff but can't post on LinkedIn.

CNBC - 2d

Crypto payments company MoonPay looks to compete with Stripe with Iron stablecoin acquisition

MoonPay, a leading crypto payments company, has acquired Iron, an API-driven startup specializing in stablecoin infrastructure.

CNBC - 5d

What to do about $1.1 trillion in improper Medicaid payments

Eligibility errors and failures to properly assess eligibility prior to enrollment are the biggest sources of improper payments.

The Hill - 1d

Is a home equity loan smart in today's economy?

A home equity loan could be the smart way to borrow a large sum of money in today's unique economy. Here's why.

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Is a $100,000 home equity loan a good idea now?

For some homeowners, a $100,000 home equity loan offers an advantageous way to borrow a large sum now. Here's why.

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Trump to sign executive order limiting Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order excluding certain student loan borrowers from the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

CNBC - Mar. 7

'Wealthy tax dodgers' could benefit from IRS layoffs, Democrats warn

Democrats says "wealthy tax dodgers" could see less IRS scrutiny amid agency layoffs. Here's what to know.

CNBC - Mar. 11

'Upsetting': Civil servants across the US part of Department of Education's layoffs

The Department of Education's mass layoffs on Tuesday affected some 1,315 employees -- including civil servants around the country.

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When do credit card companies sue for non-payment?

If you skip your credit card payments for long enough, you could end up being sued. Here's when it could happen.

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What student loan borrowers should know as Trump targets Public Service Loan Forgiveness

President Donald Trump signed an executive order that aims to limit eligibility for a popular student loan forgiveness program. Here's what you need to know.

CNBC - Mar. 10

When you should get a home equity loan from a different lender

Should you use a new lender to get your home equity loan? Here's when it may be worth doing.

CBS News - Mar. 10

Trump says Education Dept. shouldn't handle student loans: 'Not their business'

It's a major challenge to the Trump administration's plans to dismantle the Education Department: How to transfer the loan accounts of over 40 million people.

CNBC - 6d

Student loan borrowers confused by suspension of some repayment plans

Recent changes to student loans have caused confusion and uncertainty around recertification process for borrowers enrolled in repayment plans.

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Received a low home equity loan appraisal? Take these steps now

Experts recommend taking certain steps after getting a lower-than-expected home equity loan appraisal.

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How much does a $200,000 home equity loan cost per month in 2025?

Home equity loan rates have declined, making a $200,000 loan more affordable. Here's what it could cost monthly now.

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More NOAA cuts, 1,000 layoffs expected, sources say

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) employees are expecting more layoffs at the agency, sources say. This comes after drastic cuts as part of President Trump's measures to shrink ...

CBS News - Mar. 10

'Wealthy tax dodgers' could benefit from IRS layoffs, Democrats warn

As the IRS faces mass layoffs, Congressional Democrats warn those staffing cuts could undermine the agency’s progress in collecting unpaid funds from “wealthy tax dodgers.”

NBC News - 6d

Education secretary: Mass layoffs first step toward total shutdown

Education Secretary Linda McMahon affirmed late Tuesday that mass layoffs are the first step toward shuttering the Education Department — a long-time goal of President Trump's since his time on the ...

The Hill - 6d

Judge orders release of certain owed foreign aid payments

A federal judge on Monday ordered the Trump administration to release foreign aid payments owed under certain existing contracts but stopped short of staving off mass contract cancellations that ...

The Hill - Mar. 11

Computer owners duped in antivirus scam to get over $25M: What to know about payments

More than $25 million in payments will go out this week to customers who were tricked into paying for fraudulent tech support offered by two companies.

The Hill - Mar. 11

Trump says McMahon made decisions on mass layoffs at Education Department

President Trump on Wednesday said Education Secretary Linda McMahon was behind the mass layoffs at the agency, not mentioning tech billionaire Elon Musk while defending the overhaul. “When we cut— ...

The Hill - 5d

Mario Hermoso’s loan at Bayer at risk of being over after shoulder injury

Mario Hermoso’s time at Bayer Leverkusen may have already come to an end. The Spanish defender, on loan from Roma until June, suffered a serious shoulder injury in the Champions League match ...

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Why are HELOC rates so much lower than home equity loans now? Experts weigh in

HELOC interest rates are near two-year lows, making them significantly cheaper than home equity loans. Here's why.

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The average Social Security payment in every U.S. state

The amount you receive from Social Security when you retire depends on your age, work and earnings history. Here's how much beneficiaries receive in each state.

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AC Milan set to complete permanent deal for on-loan Manchester City first-team player

Kyle Walker is expected to complete a permanent move to AC Milan when his loan spell with the club finishes in the summer, as per a new report.Walker, 34, lost his place in Manchester City’s ...

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Barcelona will once again have to bow down to Atleti’s demand in deal to sell on-loan defensive ace

Clement Lenglet has gone from an afterthought to a key piece in Diego Simeone’s Atletico Madrid defense. The French center-back, who arrived on loan from Barcelona last summer, initially struggled ...

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Banks and fintechs join ‘stablecoin gold rush’

Bank of America and Stripe target market for payments in cryptocurrencies

Financial Times - Mar. 10

Deadline arrives for Trump administration to make foreign aid payments

The Trump administration faced a judge's deadline of 6 p.m. EDT on Monday to repay millions in foreign aid funds. It's unclear at this point if it followed through with the order. Tom Dupree, ...

CBS News - Mar. 10