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Good news for credit scores: 70% of medical debt has been removed from U.S. consumers’ credit reports
‘We understand that medical debt is generally not taken on voluntarily,’ the CEOs of Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion said in a joint statement. Read More
This is what led to the Rutgers strike as a wave of activism hits colleges
Increasing reliance on adjunct professors and graduate students is pushing college employees fed up with the status quo Read More
‘I’m retired and live off Social Security’: Will canceling 10 credit cards hurt my credit score? If so, how long will it take to recover?
‘I’m a 67-year-old widower with a credit score of around 800.’ Read More
Small-dollar loans are increasingly popular. Are they a smart choice for low-income Americans?
Small-dollar loans offer a new and more affordable alternative to payday loans. Read More
Remote work was going to change everything—here’s where it stands now
A decline in remote work from earlier in the pandemic is just one piece of the story. Here’s some recent federal data on the work-from-home landscape. Read More
Jeep takes a chance on redesigning its popular Wrangler
There may be a more nerve-wracking task for an automotive designer than restyling the Jeep Wrangler, but we’re not sure what it would be. Read More
Vacation-rental sticker shock? Local laws are having an impact.
Regulations are popping up in surprising places: vacation destinations that saw major tourism growth in the past few years and are now overwhelmed with crowds. Read More
When is the tax extension deadline, and how do you file for one?
Keep in mind that this is an extension to file your taxes — not an extension to pay them. Here is what you need to know if you’re not ready by April 18 Read More
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