Robert Smith, the billionaire who went viral last year for paying off the debt of students at Morehouse College, admitted to an illegal scheme to conceal income and evade taxes by using offshore trusts and bank accounts for 15 years. The Justice Department announced on Thursday that Smith entered a […]
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Robert Smith, the billionaire who went viral last year for paying off the debt of students at Morehouse College, admitted to an illegal scheme to conceal income and evade taxes by using offshore trusts and bank accounts for 15 years. The Justice Department announced on Thursday that Smith entered a […]
The coronavirus pandemic has done more than make people fear for their health—it’s seriously increased many people’s concerns about their financial wellbeing, as well. According to a September survey from the Pew Research Center, 33 percent of Americans used savings or retirement funds to pay bills during the pandemic, leaving […]
President Donald Trump speaks about coronavirus testing during an event in the Rose Garden of the White House, Monday, Sept. 28, 2020, in Washington. Evan Vucci AP WASHINGTON Revelations that President Donald Trump is personally liable for more than $400 million in debt are casting a shadow over his presidency […]
AccuWeather Heroic woman recounts near-death experience in California inferno A Labor Day weekend camping trip to Mammoth Lake Reservoir in the Sierra National Forest of California for a mother, her boyfriend and family turned into a nightmare in a matter of minutes. Preparing for the worst as the couple became […]
One-third of adults age 30 or younger have student loan debt, with the median burden hovering at $17,000. In Debt Diaries, we introduce you to those who took on their debt and came away with a better understanding of themselves. Their testimonials offer hope — and tools — to show […]
A 2019 GOBankingRates survey found that debt would be the No. 1 roadblock that would stop most Americans from reaching their 2020 goals. And those who are already struggling with existing debt have likely found their situation exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic, which has left millions of Americans without jobs. […]
Introduction A break from exotic foods, sleeping late, and the daily grind are just a few benefits that await you on your next vacation. However, you probably don’t have the same enthusiasm when you think about the financial implications once you come back and realize how steep you’ve gone into […]
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Start the countdown: A new year is fast approaching. So now is the time to hatch a plan to get your personal finances back on track. Think of 2021 as a fresh start to solve your money worries. Here are 21 tips – or must-do “money” resolutions for the New […]
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By Sean Pyles In a holiday season that many of us will spend apart from loved ones, gift-giving might feel even more important than usual. After all, if you can’t travel to see family, at least you can see them unwrap gifts over a video call, right? And just as […]
CLOSE USA TODAY’s retirement columnist Rodney Brooks talks to Jeanne Thompson, a vice president at Fidelity Investments about what it takes to save a million dollars for retirement. Start the countdown: A new year is fast approaching. So now is the time to hatch a plan to get your personal […]
Start the countdown: A new year is fast approaching. So now is the time to hatch a plan to get your personal finances back on track. Think of 2021 as a fresh start to solve your money worries. Here are 21 tips – or must-do “money” resolutions for the New […]
American students and their parents continue to take out student loans to pay for their undergraduate and graduate degrees. People who are attending college are paying for tuition, room and board, books, and other necessities by taking out student loans or using credit cards. The Federal Reserve said in a report that […]
Experian’s 2019 Consumer Debt Study shows the total consumer debt in the U.S. is at roughly $14.1 trillion, with Americans holding an average personal debt of around $90,000. With these numbers showing no signs of slowing down, coming up with a creative solution to tackle debt is more pressing than ever. […]
President TrumpDonald John TrumpGiuliani goes off on Fox Business host after she compares him to Christopher Steele Trump looks to shore up support in Nebraska NYT: Trump had 7 million in debt mostly tied to Chicago project forgiven MORE early Wednesday defended his business practices as a real estate developer […]
Pay off your debt this year Want to pay off debt this year? You aren’t alone. In a Policygenius survey, Americans said their biggest 2020 financial goal is getting rid of debt. Repaying debt isn’t as simple as waving a wand — it’s often a long-term strategy. But there are […]