Student-loan borrowers have had a tumultuous few years, and that’s likely to continue in 2026. Repayment plans for all borrowers and borrowing limits for some programs are set to change next year.

The typical homebuyer now needs seven years to save for a down payment, according to Realtor.com. The average on the 30-year fixed mortgage is currently at 6.19% according to Mortgage News Daily.

Saks Global is preparing to file for bankruptcy in the coming weeks after missing a debt payment tied to its Neiman Marcus acquisition, The Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday, citing people ...

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Recent data show how typical down payments have jumped since the pandemic for first-time and repeat homebuyers alike Nastasic / Getty Images The average down payment for 2024–25 buyers hit 19%, the ...

Since 2005, student loan debt has increased by more than tenfold, growing from roughly $160 billion to over $1.7 trillion currently. During his term, President Biden forgave approximately $188 billion ...