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Shaq Is Paying for High School Students to Take College Courses This Summer
High school students and recent graduates have the chance to take a free college course this summer, courtesy of none other than Shaquille O'Neal. The basketball legend partnered with community college startup Campus.edu to cover the cost for 500 students to take an online class this summer taught by a professor from a top college. Applications for the “Try College” initiative are due next week (more on that below).
Could You Have Hidden Hearing Loss?
According to the National Council on Aging (NCOA), hearing loss affects about 60.7 million American adults. However, that statistic may not include millions of people affected by hidden hearing loss, a type of hearing impairment that's undetected by standard hearing tests. You could have hidden hearing loss if standard hearing...
Urban vs. Rural Home Security: How to Tailor Your Approach Based on Where You Live
Depending on where you live and what (or who) you’re protecting, locking the doors may not be enough to make you feel safe in your home. Luckily, as technology changes everything from how we manage our money to how we entertain ourselves, the tools we use to protect our homes are also getting more sophisticated.
Why Some Student Loan Borrowers Won't Have to Pay in July
Some federal student loan borrowers might not have to make a payment in July. Many borrowers enrolled in President Joe Biden's income-driven SAVE plan are being put into a temporary forbearance as the Education Department enacts more generous repayment benefits that go into effect next month. As many as 3.4...
You Can Now Renew Your Passport Online (but It Still Costs $130)
The State Department has opened a beta version of a new online system for U.S. passport renewal, which could simplify an onerous process that most Americans have been doing by mail. Don't get too excited: The cost of renewing a passport — $130 — isn’t changing, and the online renewal...
Basically Every Stock Market Index Is at — or Near — an All-Time High Right Now
With inflation continuing to subside, nearly every major stock market index is at or near an all-time high. Behind the current rally is May's inflation data, which surprised economists upon its release last week. The Consumer Price Index (CPI), which measures the average cost of consumer goods and services purchased by households, remained flat despite expectations of a 0.1% increase. Meanwhile, the Producer Price Index (PPI), a measure of inflation at the wholesale level, unexpectedly fell 0.2% despite a projected 0.1% increase.
Why Most People Don't Trust Their Car Insurance Companies
Most drivers say they have little faith in their car insurance company — and that lack of trust may stem from rising costs. According to a new J.D. Power report, only 15% of auto insurance customers say they have high levels of trust in the company covering their vehicle. Another 34% have “mid levels” of trust, while 51% report having little trust in their car insurance provider.
Home Prices Just Reached a Record High — but Sellers Aren't Happy
The housing market is somehow both hot and cold at the moment, with home prices reaching a record high at the same time sales have dropped to a near-decade low. A confluence of factors is causing a standoff in the housing market this spring. Many homeowners are reluctant to sell because they feel locked into sub-4% mortgage rates they snagged years ago — and which they’d have to swap for rates around 7% if they bought another house now.
Will the FAFSA Be Delayed Again? College Experts Are Worried
The FAFSA saga might not be over yet. Short for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, the FAFSA for the 2024-2025 academic year experienced several unprecedented delays, forcing dozens of colleges to push back enrollment-decision deadlines and some students who depend on financial aid to put their college plans on hold.
What Every Senior Should Know About Home Security
The best home security systems for traditional homes are usually focused on theft prevention and smart home integration, but seniors may have different priorities and needs. If you are a senior intending to age in place or have a family member that needs help with safety measures in their home, read on to learn what you need to know about home security.
Social Security Calls Spike After Rumor of Extra Benefits Goes Viral
After a false rumor describing a $600 increase in Social Security benefits spread online recently, government workers were “slammed” with questions from beneficiaries trying to figure out what was happening. The Social Security Administration, the federal agency that administers benefits, said it received an influx of 140,000 additional...
Stocks Jump After New Inflation Report Spurs Hope for Fed Rate Cuts
Federal Reserve officials held interest rates steady on Wednesday, but the chances of one or more rate cuts in 2024 are very much alive after new data indicated inflation is cooling. Stocks jumped in reaction to the latest consumer price index (CPI) report, which showed a lower-than-expected annual inflation rate...
8 Tips for Apartment Security
From installing a comprehensive home security system to reinforcing windows and doors, there are numerous strategies to enhance your apartment's security — even if you're renting the place. Read on for practical apartment safety tips to keep your home secure. Smart home security every second with ADT. ADT helps...
How to Get a Job Where You Actually Use Your College Degree
Getting a good job is one of the top reasons students go to college. It may be surprising, then, just how many recent graduates struggle when it comes time to land that gig. As many as half of recent graduates are underemployed one year after leaving school, research from the Burning Glass Institute found in a widely-circulated report from earlier this year. That means after four (or more) years of classes, one in every two grads winds up working in a job that doesn't require a bachelor's degree.
Affordability or Culture Fit? Gen Z Students Want Both in a College
Beverly Benfield has been looking at colleges for years. When she was little, her dad would pull over on family roadtrips so they could pile out and visit whatever college was nearby. So when it came time for her to actually apply to college, Beverly knew exactly what she wanted:...
These Are the 745 Best Colleges in America
Americans are souring on the idea of shelling out tens of thousands of dollars a semester to earn a bachelor’s degree, if you’re to believe recent surveys. Less than half of Americans think a college degree is worth the cost, a record low, one poll found last March. In a more recent survey, fewer than one in five Americans say a degree is worth it if it comes with debt.
Navient Is Quietly Forgiving Private Student Loans Amid Pressure From Lawmakers
When it comes to student debt forgiveness programs, borrowers with private student loans are almost always left out. Now, a new program might finally give them relief — if they can manage to apply. Amid pressure from Democratic lawmakers, student loan servicer Navient has begun quietly piloting a private...
10 Strategies Parents Are Using to Pay for Their Kids' College
The vast majority of parents plan on helping their child pay for college — but less than half know how they’ll cover the cost. Findings in a new survey from student loan provider College Ave show that parents really do want to support their kids in getting college degrees. Among the 1,000 parents of current college students surveyed, 93% said they intend to pitch in to pay for college, and 75% said they’ve set aside some savings for that purpose.
Dollar Scholar Asks: What Should I Do With a Mini-Inheritance?
This is an excerpt from Dollar Scholar, the Money newsletter where news editor Julia Glum teaches you the modern money lessons you NEED to know. Don't miss the next issue! Sign up at money.com/subscribe and join our community of 160,000+ Scholars. In December, my grandmother on my mom’s side —...
When Will the Fed Cut Interest Rates? It Might Take Longer Than Expected
As the economy continues to add jobs at a fast rate, the Federal Reserve is likely to wait patiently for further evidence that inflation and the overall economy are cooling before enacting a rate cut. At the end of last year, following a major decline in the inflation rate, some...
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