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November 16, 2025

IRS Announces Official 2026 IRA And 401k Contribution Limits

The IRS officially raised the 2026 contribution limits for 401(k)s, IRAs, SIMPLE plans, and saver credits.

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November 14, 2025

This Week In College And Money News: November 14, 2025

The latest updates on higher education, personal finance, financial aid, and student loans impacting students on college campuses nationwide.

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November 13, 2025

Gen Z Early 401(k) Withdrawals Surge

Nearly half of Gen Z has withdrawn from 401(k)s early, citing debt and distrust.

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November 12, 2025

How the ‘Vice Economy’ Is Quietly Emptying Gen Z Bank Accounts

Mobile sports betting, prediction markets, and social media are reshaping how young adults handle money.

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November 9, 2025

Trump Wants $2,000 Dividend Checks For Most Americans

Trump proposes $2,000 “dividend checks” for most Americans, funded by tariffs on imports. Here’s how it could work and why experts are skeptical.

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November 7, 2025

This Week In College And Money News: November 7, 2025

The latest updates on higher education, personal finance, financial aid, and student loans impacting students on college campuses nationwide.

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November 7, 2025

Commentary: How Spanberger Can Improve Virginia’s HBCUs

Governor-elect Spanberger outlines funding and policy reforms to strengthen Virginia’s HBCUs and boost workforce pipelines.

President Donald Trump holds the executive order to dismantle the Department of Education he just signed with Education Secretary Linda McMahon during an event in the East Room of the White House in Washington, D.C. on March 20, 2025. The Department of Education was first formed in 1980 by President Jimmy Carter and has long been a target for Republicans. (Photo by Samuel Corum/Sipa USA)(Sipa via AP Images)
November 6, 2025

21 States Sue Trump Administration Over New PSLF Rule

21 states and Washington DC sue to block a PSLF rule they say targets public service employers.

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November 5, 2025

Schwab Faces Backlash Over ETF Votes Against Elon Musk’s Tesla Compensation

Tesla investors pull assets from Schwab after ETFs vote against Elon Musk’s $1T pay plan.

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November 4, 2025

What Abigail Spanberger’s Win Means for Virginia Students

Virginia’s governor-elect Abigail Spanberger’s plan for education boosts K–12 rigor, college aid, and HBCU support.

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November 4, 2025

What Zohran Mamdani’s Win Means for NYC College Students

NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani plans tuition aid and free buses for students, which could help fulfill his economic campaign promises.

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