What Happened When I Stopped Paying My Private Student Loans
One borrower’s story about falling behind on payments, defaulting on his private student loans and waiting out the statute of limitations on debt collection.
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Why Some Ex-Workers at Bed Bath & Beyond Face 401(k) Losses
Federal law generally protects retirement savings when a company files for bankruptcy. But that’s not always the case.
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States’ Paid Leave Plans Could Help Protect Caregivers’ Savings
It’s not unusual for people caring for family members to tap their retirement accounts or go into debt to pay bills. Some states are trying to help them avoid that.
How Some Iranian Americans View Education and Financial Success
Many Iranian Americans say their families place a high premium on education — sometimes at the expense of early financial independence — potentially complicating their financial futures.