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Is COVID-19 Credit Relief Going Away? 10/29/2020 12:00am • When spring's COVID-19 shutdowns put millions out of work, lenders and credit card issuers stepped up with payment relief and other special programs for struggling Americans. About seven months into the coronavirus pandemic, your options may be more limited, which could make for a frightening finan Report: Better access to transportation important for equity 10/28/2020 01:34pm • Inequitable access to transportation for Black communities has been an issue dating back before before the civil rights movement, and there's renewed effort to better address those challenges now. A recent report from the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation explores the issue of transportation Don't skip these steps when borrowing parent student loans 10/28/2020 07:51am • In more than one-third of U.S. families, parents decide how to pay for college, according to a July 2020 report from private lender Sallie Mae. Half of those parents don’t inform the child of their decision. Joe Allen, 51, of Frederick, Maryland, did talk about college costs with his daughte When Living Off Campus, Avoid These Loan Mistakes 10/28/2020 12:00am • Student loans can be used to pay for off-campus living expenses like rent and food, but experts warn of relying too heavily on loans for those in an apartment near campus or those commuting and living with family. "Usually the cost of attendance is higher when a student opts to live off campus; how Pros and Cons to Buying Microsoft (MSFT) Stock 10/28/2020 12:00am • Twenty years ago, Microsoft Corp. (ticker: MSFT) was the most valuable company in the world. Microsoft is now worth around $1.6 trillion, and other tech titans like Alphabet ( GOOG, GOOGL) and Facebook ( FB) are not too far behind. The company that brought you Windows may not be alone at the top an How Transferring Colleges Can Affect Student Loans 10/28/2020 12:00am • Students transfer from one college or university to another for many reasons. For example, you may find that a school just isn't a good fit, or another college offers a program more aligned with your career goals. During the current coronavirus pandemic, some students are transferring to be closer What a Cash Out Refinance Means for Retirees 10/28/2020 12:00am • A cash out refinance for your home could lead to a lower interest rate on your mortgage and allow you to take out some of your home's equity. However, a cash out refinance has several long-term implications for retirees living on a fixed income. Here's a look at the advantages and disadvantages of 80,000 furloughed as bus industry grinds to a halt 10/24/2020 06:08pm • Clarence Cox took over a 35-year-old motorcoach business from his father and uncle and had hopes of one day giving it to his daughters. But with a $5 million fleet parked for months during a pandemic, and no federal aid, his goal now is just to make it to the end of 2020. Pepsi, National Urban League bring Black Restaurant Accelerator to 12 cities, including D.C. 10/22/2020 04:23pm • Black-owned restaurants in D.C. will have access to a new business accelerator program starting next year. PepsiCo and the National Urban League this week announced plans for a Black Restaurant Accelerator, which looks to support existing and emerging Black restaurateurs in 12 cities, including t The Differences Between Co-Borrowers and Co-Signers 10/22/2020 12:00am • If you're applying for a loan but struggling to qualify, you might want help from a co-signer or co-borrower. A lender accounts for the co-borrower's or co-signer's credit and income when evaluating you for a loan. That makes it easier for you to receive a loan and get a lower interest rate than yo Prince George's Co. leaders detail private funding plan for schools 10/21/2020 08:31pm • Prince George's County, Maryland, leaders shared new details about a proposed plan to build six new schools using private funds at a Monday night town hall meeting. The private-public partnership would focus on schools most needed over the next three years, utilizing $1.3 billion in private money How to Weigh Student Loan Debt During the College Search 10/21/2020 12:00am • The college application and decision-making process can be a very exciting time as you picture your life on campus and dream about the future. But it can also be a significant source of anxiety, especially when it comes to paying for tuition and related expenses -- and thinking about how much you m 8 Times to Stop Saving for Retirement 10/21/2020 12:00am • When going through a difficult financial time, it may be wise to reduce current expenses. It might be necessary to pause contributions to retirement accounts. However, before reducing retirement savings, you'll want to have a plan for when and how you'll pick up savings habits again. Here are some What Is a 401(k)? 10/19/2020 12:00am • A 401(k) plan is a workplace retirement savings account. 401(k) accounts get their odd name from the section of the tax code that created and governs them. Workers and employers can both make deposits to the account until they hit annual contribution limits. The federal government provides tax brea Survey: Even With Insurance, Americans Struggle to Afford Health Care 10/19/2020 12:00am • Health care is an unaffordable necessity for many Americans. Even before the coronavirus pandemic, people grappled with the cost of adequate care. With a second wave of the virus looming, U.S. News polled nearly 1,500 consumers about how they manage medical costs and whether they've found themselve