Personal Finance

1. What happens if the Supreme Court strikes down student loan forgiveness? Here are 3 predictions

   Here's what experts predict will happen if the Supreme Court rules against President Joe Biden's student loan forgiveness plan.

2. U.S. unemployment system still plagued by delays 3 years after pandemic-era downturn

   Unemployment benefits aren't reaching people in a timely manner despite a low volume of claims. The system is still recovering from the initial pandemic shock.

3. The Fair Tax Act, explained: What to know about the Republican plan for a national sales tax, decentralized IRS

   A group of House Republicans is revisiting the Fair Tax Act, which would replace certain federal taxes with a national sales tax and decentralize the IRS.

4. Here are 5 things to know about filing a tax return this year

   Tax season opened Jan. 23. Here are some tips and things to know before filing a return, including ways to get a faster tax refund from the IRS.

5. What is a 'rolling recession' and how does it affect consumers? Economic experts explain

   Experts, including a former White House Council of Economic Advisers chair, weigh in on where the economy stands and how consumers can brace for what's ahead.

6. White House approves 16 million people for contested student loan forgiveness plan. Whether they see relief depends on Supreme Court decision

   More than 16 million people have been approved for student loan forgiveness, but whether they see the relief will depend on the Supreme Court's decision.

7. Rent prices have dropped the most in these 5 U.S. metro areas. Why it's cheaper to rent in many markets

   Despite rising U.S. rental prices, competition is easing in some markets as inventory grows, according to a new report.

8. Almost half of Americans think we’re already in a recession. Here's how to prepare if they're right

   Even if we're not officially in a recession, people may be experiencing a personal financial downturn due to inflation, one expert says.

9. House GOP study group is proposing changes to Medicare. Here's what you need to know

   With one of Medicare's funding sources facing projected insolvency in 2028, the Republican Study Committee includes program changes in its proposed budget.

10. IRS warns tax refunds may be 'somewhat lower.' With high inflation, that's a 'double whammy' for families, says advisor

    If you're expecting a tax refund, it may be smaller than last year's payment, according to the IRS. Here's why.