The ratings agency S&P warns that budget gimmicks, tariffs, and ever-mounting levels of federal debt are bad news for the fiscal outlook.

“Prioritize debts secured by a house or car, necessities like utilities and debts that can’t be discharged, including student ...

The federal government's financial condition worsened by $4.7 trillion in the past year, according to a new report timed to coincide with Tax Day.

"Borrowers do not have a path to loan forgiveness because DOGE has accessed federal student loan databases," student loan ...

Here’s what to know about the current challenges to federal student loan forgiveness and what you can do about them.

As Americans file their taxes at the last minute this April 15, the federal debt – and Americans’ federal debt burden – continues to grow. While the federal government reports a national debt nearing ...

Recent moves suggest President Donald Trump may push to privatize the federal student loan system, but experts say he could have a hard time getting lenders and lawmakers on board.

One critical function of the Department of Education is the administration of federal student financial aid like grants ... Stop Worrying about Debt, Spend without Shame, and Manage Money with ...

That said, the standard personal finance recommendation is to eliminate debt around retirement. Everyday life at older ages is financially riskier with debt, especially for people of modest means.