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‘I take pride in being debt-free’: My husband owes thousands of dollars in student loans and credit-card debt. Will I be on the hook if he dies?
“We own a house together through a joint trust, but our bank accounts and credit cards are all held separately.”MarketWatch - 3h -
U.S. Transfers $20 Billion Loan to Ukraine Backed by Russian Assets
The economic lifeline ensures that Ukraine will have economic support after President-elect Donald J. Trump takes office.The New York Times - 1d -
Ukraine war escalates as Biden sends $20bn loan before Trump presidency
Both sides scramble to put their forces in best position in preparation for expected change in US foreign policy. The grinding war between Ukraine and its Russian invaders has escalated ahead of ...The Guardian - 12h -
Malibu fire intensifies as local celebrities and students evacuate
Crews in Southern California are battling a fast-moving wildfire, powered by Santa Ana winds and tearing through parts of Malibu, forcing residents and Pepperdine University students to evacuate. ...NBC News - 14h -
Carer's Allowance overpayment debt rises to £250m
Some carers have been forced to pay back thousands of pounds, leaving many in financial hardship.BBC News - 23h -
'I wish I never got that loan': Small businesses say Covid loan repayments became a nightmare
Small-business owners say their Covid disaster loans were wrongly deemed delinquent or in default as a result of errors by the Small Business Administration.NBC News - 1d -
US loans Ukraine $20B from seized Russian assets
The Treasury Department gave Ukraine a $20 billion loan funded by seized Russian assets Tuesday as part of a broader Group of Seven (G7) effort to boost the country's defense. The money will be ...The Hill - 1d -
Car loan scandal victims told to complain to their lender
Aggrieved car buyers who feel they were mis-sold a loan should complain to their lender, MPs hear.BBC News - 1d -
Students priced out of London as rents rise faster than loans
Pressure on government to take action over the ‘cost of learning crisis’ in the UK capitalFinancial Times - 2d -
Should you open a home equity loan before the December Fed meeting?
Do you need to apply for a home equity loan before the Fed's December meeting? Here's what borrowers should do now.CBS News - 2d -
Criminology student murdered woman on beach, court told
Amie Gray was stabbed to death while her friend survived the random attack, the jury hears.BBC News - 2d -
Sal Khan wants an AI tutor for every student
Anderson Cooper headed back to school with Sal Khan, the founder of Khan Academy, and creator of the AI tutor Khanmigo. The tool is helping students and teachers alike, and evaluating Cooper's ...CBS News - 3d -
Director claimed £50k Covid loan then closed firm
The Insolvency Service says there is no evidence the company had ever traded.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
How to get a low home equity loan rate for 2025
Ready to borrow from your home equity? Here are three ways to get a low home equity loan rate for 2025.CBS News - 5d -
A Tutor For Every Student | Sunday on 60 Minutes
Anderson Cooper experiences firsthand how AI-powered tutor Khanmigo could shape the future of education. Sunday on 60 Minutes.CBS News - 5d -
Ivory Coast turns to World Bank to replace costly debt
Swap deal to buy back bonds issued in January comes as African borrowers struggle under expensive debt burdensFinancial Times - 5d -
Australia boosts loan for rare-earths refinery in bid to break China’s dominance
Government increases backing for Iluka Resources to build country’s first processing facility for rare earthsFinancial Times - 5d -
Biden administration under pressure to forgive more student loan debt before Trump takes office
With just a little more than a month and a half left in office, President Joe Biden is under pressure to forgive more student loan debt.CNBC - 6d -
Can I still use my credit card after debt consolidation?
You may be able to use your credit cards after consolidating, but that isn't always the best financial move.CBS News - 6d -
Kindergarten students shot at school in Northern California
Two Kindergarten students are in extremely critical condition after their school was targeted in a shooting Wednesday, according to law enforcement officials. Police say the gunman, who apparently ...CBS News - 6d -
US students' math scores plummet, study shows
A new study is raising concerns about American students' performance in math and science.ABC News - 6d -
2 students wounded in shooting at Northern California school
Two students were shot and wounded Wednesday at the Feather River Adventist School, a small private elementary school in Palermo, a community in Northern California, authorities said. The suspected ...CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Relic of the Buddha loaned by China gets a warm welcome in Thailand
More than 2,000 people have taken part in a procession to escort a relic of the Buddha, lent by China, to a shrine in Bangkok to honor the birthday of Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn and to celebrate ...ABC News - Dec. 4 -
My friend declared bankruptcy. Can creditors still go after him for child support, back taxes and student debt?
“Most of those old debts are credit-card debts.”MarketWatch - Dec. 4 -
Powell's debt warning
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Powell warns US on 'unsustainable' path Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
More employers add 401(k) plan match for workers paying student loans
The share of businesses choosing to offer a 401(k) plan match based on student loan payments is slowly increasing due to a law known as Secure 2.0.CNBC - Dec. 4 -
Why you should get a home equity loan for 2025
A home equity loan can be a smart financial tool for homeowners heading into 2025. Here's why.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Student loan borrowers may find bankruptcy harder under Trump
The Biden administration's more lenient policy toward student loan borrowers filing for bankruptcy may come to an end with the election of Donald Trump.CNBC - Dec. 4 -
3 credit card debt relief strategies to consider for 2025
If you want to break the credit card debt cycle in the new year, these strategies could come in handy.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
BNPL Fuels Black Friday Weekend Buying, and Risks of Spiking Debt
Buy Now Pay Later companies processed over $9 billion worth of purchases on Cyber Monday alone, as consumers increasingly used deferred payment options on their credit cards.Inc. - Dec. 4 -
How to keep your credit card debt low during the holidays
Swiping that plastic can be tempting when shopping over the holidays. Here's how to avoid it.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Bundesbank chief calls for softer debt brake to increase investment
German central bank president Joachim Nagel urges Berlin to relax rules to address defence and infrastructure shortfallsFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
Vivek Ramaswamy Calls Out Loans for Electric Vehicle Manufacturing
Ramaswamy will co-lead the planned Department of Government Efficiency along with Tesla CEO Elon Musk. One of the loans is for Rivian, a Tesla competitor.Inc. - Dec. 3 -
What drives home equity loan interest rates?
Wonder what impacts home equity borrowing rates? Here are the factors borrowers should be aware of.CBS News - Dec. 3 -
3 ways seniors can lower their credit card debt in 2025
If you're a senior with high-rate credit card debt, it helps to start exploring these three options now, before 2025.CBS News - Dec. 3 -
What credit card debt relief options work best with bad credit?
A damaged credit score can complicate the debt relief process, but you still have plenty of options to consider.CBS News - Dec. 3 -
Thames Water creditors veto use of £3bn loan to pay fines
Troubled utility faces fines of £400mn by March 2027 as it tries to avoid renationalisationFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
What's the home equity loan interest rate forecast for December 2024?
Will December be a good time to borrow from your home equity? Here's where rates could head this month.CBS News - Dec. 3 -
World Bank Warns of Record Debt Costs for Developing Countries
The World Bank warned in a new report that poor countries will be stuck in economic “purgatory” without debt relief.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
3 reasons to consider credit card debt forgiveness this December
This month could be an ideal time to settle your credit card debt for less than what you owe. Here's why.CBS News - Dec. 2
