Why Tax Refunds May Be Bigger in 2026
New tax deductions could push 2026 refunds higher. Here’s why many Americans may see larger checks from the IRS.
Americans Expect to Spend $4,700 on 2026 Resolutions — Here’s How to Cut That in Half
Americans expect to spend $4,700 on 2026 resolutions. Here’s how to pursue health, career, and personal goals without overspending.
This Week In College And Money News: December 26, 2025
Wage garnishment for defaulted student loans returns in 2026 as FAFSA filings rise and families rethink college costs.
529 Plan Expansion 2026: New Rules For K-12 and Career Training
The 529 plan expansion reshapes education savings, covering career training and higher K–12 limits beginning in 2026.
Will Student Loans Take My Tax Refund in 2026?
Planning on getting a tax refund? If you’re in default on your federal student loans, your refund could be at risk. Here’s what you need to know.
Most Visited Finance and Crypto Sites of 2025
See which banking, payments, and crypto platforms dominated internet traffic in 2025.
High GPAs And Test Optional Mask Poor Math Skills At College
UCSD’s new report reveals a sharp rise in freshmen needing remedial math, raising concerns about admissions, grade inflation, and student readiness.
This Week In College And Money News: December 19, 2025
Congress introduces new college aid bills, nursing loan rules face pushback, and student loan backlogs remain high.
False Default Notices Reported by Student Loan Borrowers
Some student loan borrowers report incorrect default notices on StudentAid.gov after a website update. Here’s what to check and what to do next.
Status Report: Student Loan IDR Backlog Still Near 800,000
New court filing shows IDR backlogs falling, but hundreds of thousands of borrowers are still waiting on student loan decisions.
Student Loan Delinquencies Hit New High as Borrowers Face Fresh Uncertainty
New data shows most student loans remain paused and delinquencies rising as a settlement may force millions to restart payments after five years.