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Jobs for Teens Will Be Plentiful This Summer, Experts Say

Amusement parks, restaurants, pools and other entertainment spots will need workers. Here’s what to know about finding a job.

Contributions to College Savings Plans Pick Up as Inflation Eases

Deposits into 529 savings accounts fell last fall and early this year. But experts say the stock market recovery is helping to attract more money.

Interest Rates on Federal Student Loans to Rise Next School Year

Rates for undergraduate loans could top 5 percent next school year, adding pressure on families already struggling to pay for college.

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.

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...

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...

Rates on C.D.s Are Soaring, but the High Rates May Not Last

Banks are offering the promotional rates to attract deposits. But given concerns about the economy, it’s unclear how long banks will continue to reward savers.

Funeral Homes Don’t Have to List Prices Online. That May Change.

The rule on price disclosure was written before widespread use of the internet. Regulators are considering an update.

What to Do With Your Tax Refund, According to Experts

The average refund is down from last year, but still almost $3,000. One option experts recommend is stashing part of it for unexpected expenses.

A Federal Tool Could Soon Make It Easier to Compare Credit Cards

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, which already provides some card details, is asking banks for more information about who qualifies for which cards.