Women who have gone through a divorce often see their savings and retirement depleted. Building back means careful planning.
Category: Personal Finances
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How a Daughter Helped Her Mother Get Her Student Loans Forgiven
Susan Miskin retired from her teaching job in 2019 and didn’t think she’d ever pay off her student loans. Then, her only child stepped in.
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More Options to Pay for Medical Care, but Some May Be Costly
Consumer experts are warning patients that some offerings charge much higher interest rates than regular credit cards.
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What New Mortgage Fees Will Mean for Buyers With Good and Bad Credit
Changes to fees applied to federal mortgages have led to a misconception that borrowers with low credit scores will pay less at the expense of borrowers with good credit.
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How to Deal With Rising Auto Insurance Rates
Premiums are up more than inflation, as insurers deal with rising repair bills and higher car rental rates. But consumers do have some options, experts say.
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How to Leave Your Friends an Inheritance After Your Death
For many people who feel closer to friends than family, estate planning can require special considerations.
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Some Colleges Offer Quotes of Competitors’ Prices. Be Wary.
Schools may try to guess other campuses you’re considering and provide a list of their prices. They may not be accurate.
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What Do You Know About Gen Z and Millennial Americans’ Finances? Take Our Quiz.
The New York Times wants to help young people get a better handle on their money. To begin, we want to hear from you.
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You Can Still File Your 2019 Taxes if You’re Due a Refund
The forms were originally due in the early days of the pandemic. The I.R.S. estimates that 1.5 million people are owed money, but they must file by July 17.
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The Hidden Cost of Rebuilding After a Flood
While government aid and organizations can ease the burden of major losses, disaster victims are burdened by small expenses to rebuild their lives.