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College was supposed to be ‘good debt.’ For many borrowers, it isn’t paying off
More than 42 million Americans carry over $1.7 trillion in federal student debt. Rising tuition costs, policy changes, and economic uncertainty are making college a riskier financial investment for many borrowers.
Are you a first-time buyer in England? Would the government’s Your First Home scheme help you?
The government introduced Your First Home, a scheme offering 20% equity loans to first-time buyers in England purchasing new-build properties, requiring only a 2.5% deposit.
Retrofit schools and consider moving exams to beat extreme heat, says teaching union leader
The UK’s largest education union leader calls for school retrofitting, changed schedules, and exam rescheduling to address increasingly severe heatwaves affecting classroom learning.
English councils warn of ‘catastrophic’ Send debts forecast to hit £10bn by 2028
English councils warn that special educational needs debts could reach £10bn by 2028, creating a potential financial crisis for local authorities responsible for meeting rapidly growing statutory demand.
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‘We noticed a login from a new device’: the message from fraudsters targeting your X account
Scammers are impersonating X with fraudulent login notification emails designed to steal passwords and account access through fake links and websites.
What will Andy Burnham’s VAT cut on electricity bills mean for you?
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced a six-month VAT cut on household electricity bills in Great Britain starting October 1, expected to reduce annual bills by approximately £45 for typical households.
Fidelity says 2026 retirees may spend $185,500 on healthcare. One category may push those costs higher
Fidelity estimates that a 65-year-old retiring in 2026 will spend an average of $185,500 on healthcare in retirement, a 7.5% increase from the prior year, with long-term care costs potentially pushing expenses significantly higher.
Federal Reserve is likely to hold interest rates steady. Here’s what that means for consumers
The Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates steady at its July meeting despite mixed economic signals, as geopolitical tensions complicate inflation trends and borrowing costs for consumers.
Lawmakers renew push to axe a lucrative tax loophole for crypto investors
Congressional lawmakers are pushing to eliminate a tax loophole allowing cryptocurrency investors to claim investment losses without divesting holdings, estimated to cost billions annually in foregone tax revenue.
Buying a condo with a mortgage may soon get more complicated. Here’s why
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are implementing stricter condo lending standards on Aug. 3, requiring lenders to conduct more comprehensive reviews of condo buildings’ finances and structural conditions before approving mortgages.
Can your tax preparer use AI without telling you? Some experts say IRS rules aren’t clear
Tax firms increasingly use AI in their workflows, but IRS rules on whether practitioners must disclose this to clients remain unclear, prompting calls for updated guidance.
K-shaped economy shows up in housing: Luxury sales rise as starter-home buyers struggle
Luxury home sales surged while starter-home sales declined in May despite increased inventory, reflecting a widening K-shaped economic divide between affluent and lower-income buyers.
‘The market is dead’: why aren’t flats in England selling?
England’s flat market faces significant challenges as leasehold concerns, pricing mismatches between buyers and sellers, and stricter mortgage lending rules create barriers to sales.
Are Wall Street Analysts Bullish on Walt Disney Stock?
Disney stock has underperformed the broader market this year, but analyst sentiment turned more bullish following the company’s stronger-than-expected fiscal third-quarter results on August 5.
Why Is The Crypto Market Down Today?
The crypto market declined on Friday with total market value near $2.17 trillion, as investors awaited the US jobs report and navigated Bitcoin options expiry.
Global equity funds draw inflows for 11th week as upbeat earnings lift sentiment
Global equity funds recorded inflows for an 11th consecutive week, with $21.15 billion in net purchases driven by strong earnings and declining crude oil prices.