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Biden says he helped get student debt forgiven for 5 million borrowers. Now it’s Trump’s turn to deal with the crisis.
The Biden White House took big swings at student-loan relief, but its efforts were complicated by opposition.MarketWatch - 1d -
Biden's total student debt relief passes $183 billion, after he forgives another 150,000 borrowers
In his final days in office, President Joe Biden announced that his administration would forgive student debt for more than 150,000 borrowers.CNBC - 1d -
Biden announces student debt relief for 150,000 borrowers, bringing total helped to more than 5M
The Biden administration announced Monday it was forgiving student loans for more than 150,000 borrowers, bringing the total number of individuals impacted by debt relief in President Biden’s term ...The Hill - 1d -
What credit counseling can (and can't) do to help with your debt
Before you take advantage of credit counseling, it may help to know what outcomes you can expect.CBS News - 1d -
Trump frustrated with GOP lawmakers over debt-limit quandary
President-elect Trump wants congressional Republicans to figure out a way to avoid a default on the national debt after venting his frustration with the Senate GOP over their failure to raise the ...The Hill - 2d -
House Republicans and Trump discuss tying California wildfire aid to debt ceiling
The current California fires could become the costliest natural disaster in U.S. history.Politico - 2d -
Debts on EY’s failed Project Everest took longer than expected to clear
Doomed spin-off plan still had $270mn outstanding at the end of the firm’s financial yearFinancial Times - 2d -
House GOP lawmakers raised alternative debt limit plays in huddle with Trump
President-elect Trump and House Republicans in favor of raising the state and local tax (SALT) deduction cap discussed lifting the debt limit in legislative vehicles other than the "big, beautiful ...The Hill - 2d -
More than a million student loan borrowers got debt forgiven in 2024. What to know at tax time
If your student loans were forgiven in 2024, you may be wondering if there are any tax implications.CNBC - 2d -
House Republicans face massive debt problem
House Republicans have a problem. They want to pass a massive agenda for President-elect Trump, preferably in his first 100 days of office. And they don’t want to add to the federal deficit. That ...The Hill - 3d -
What happens if you don’t pay a medical bill, now that medical debt may not hurt your credit score?
Unpaid medical debt will no longer affect credit scores, according to a new rule from Biden administration regulators who want to mitigate the financial repercussions of those bills.MarketWatch - 3d -
Here’s when you can file your 2024 taxes — and what’s new this year with refunds, tax laws and free tax prep
Income-tax refunds averaged more than $3,100 last year. How much will they be this year?MarketWatch - 4d -
Here's when you can start filing your 2024 tax returns
The new tax season is here. Read on to learn when you can file your 2024 tax return and get your refund.CBS News - 4d -
Can a debt collector refuse my settlement offer?
Negotiating a successful debt settlement could be a little more complicated than you'd expect.CBS News - 4d -
8 ways a credit card debt lawsuit can be dismissed
If you're being sued over delinquent credit card debt, there are a few ways you could get the lawsuit dismissed.CBS News - 4d -
Can Your Car Be Your Friend?
Automakers are showing off whizz-bang tech for vehicle interiors meant to reshape drivers’ relationships with their cars.Wired - 4d -
UK debt market sell-off threatens mortgage pain for households
Some 700,000 borrowers face jump in repayments when fixed-rate deals end this yearFinancial Times - 5d -
What happens if you deny a credit card debt settlement offer?
There are times when it makes sense to deny a debt settlement offer, but there could be repercussions for doing so.CBS News - 5d -
How to pay less interest on credit card debt in 2025
There are multiple ways to pay less interest on your credit card debt this year. Here are five to explore now.CBS News - 5d -
Can you take out a HELOC with high credit card debt?
A HELOC is one of the most affordable borrowing options right now, but can you qualify for one with a lot of debt?CBS News - 6d -
What happens when you lose a credit card debt collection lawsuit?
A few different scenarios could occur if a judgment is issued against you for your old credit card debt.CBS News - 6d -
5 important credit card debt relief moves to make this January
Certain moves may help you break free from credit card debt, experts say. Here are five to explore this month.CBS News - 6d -
New rule bans medical debt from credit reports
A new rule issued by the outgoing Biden administration will ban medical debt from appearing on people's credit reports. It's estimated the move will raise credit scores for around 15 million ...CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Speaker Johnson: ‘Intention’ is to increase debt limit in massive Trump agenda bill
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) said that congressional Republicans plan to increase the nation’s borrowing limit as a part of a massive party-line bill that they are crafting that will encapsulate ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
Can I qualify for credit card debt forgiveness with a low credit score?
A low credit score could limit your debt relief options — but will it make you ineligible for debt forgiveness?CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Biden administration finalizes rule to strike medical debt from credit reports
U.S. consumers will no longer have medical debt appear on their credit reports under to a new rule the CFPB finalized Tuesday.NBC News - Jan. 7 -
Medical debt banned from credit reports by new Biden administration rule
Unpaid medical bills will no longer appear on credit reports under a final rule announced by the Biden administration.CBS News - Jan. 7 -
New federal rule will remove medical debt from credit reports
A new rule on medical debt could affect millions of Americans' credit scores.ABC News - Jan. 7 -
Biden Administration Moves to Ban Medical Debt From Credit Reports
The future of the new rule remains in question, however, with President-elect Donald J. Trump set to return to the White House this month.The New York Times - Jan. 7 -
CFPB finalizes rule barring medical debt from credit reports
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) on Tuesday finalized its rule barring medical debt from being included on credit reports, potentially freeing up billions in credit. The finalized ...The Hill - Jan. 7 -
How soon can you file your 2024 income-tax return? Here’s your 2025 tax-season road map.
Tax season is just around the corner and it’s never too early to get startedMarketWatch - Jan. 7 -
Is it legal for a credit card company to sell your delinquent debt?
There are a few routes your credit card company can take when you're late on payments — including selling the debt.CBS News - Jan. 6 -
What proof must credit card debt collectors provide for a debt?
Debt collectors must provide proof that a debt is valid. Otherwise, they have to stop their collection efforts.CBS News - Jan. 6 -
While Biden administration withdrew student loan forgiveness plans, there is still debt relief available
After the Biden administration withdrew its sweeping student loan forgiveness plans, borrowers should look into the existing debt cancellation programs.CNBC - Jan. 3 -
Debt consolidation loan vs. debt consolidation program: Which will be better in 2025?
Both options can help you pay off your credit card debt faster, but one may be a better choice than the other now.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
3 big reasons to pursue credit card debt forgiveness this January
Debt forgiveness can be a smart way to move forward from your high-rate card debt — especially right now.CBS News - Jan. 2 -
Does the United States need a debt limit?
The federal debt limit has no practical value. This suggests that ending it would be a good idea. Yet the laws of unintended consequences suggest that there are unforeseen effects that may be worse ...The Hill - Jan. 2