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What’s At Stake If the CFPB Goes Dark

The current administration has made to secret of the fact that it would like to kill the watchdog agency.

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Taryn Phaneuf

When to Splurge and When to Save

Splurging can be a smart move, but it often requires proactive planning.

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Kimberly Palmer

House GOP Passes ‘One Big, Beautiful Bill’

President Trump’s budget bill, which will add trillions to the national debt, cleared its last hurdle in Congress.

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Anna Helhoski

Department of Labor: News and Status

The DOL, whose main role is to protect workers’ rights and safety, is the latest federal agency to face scrutiny.

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Anna Helhoski

Survey: One in 10 Americans Would Never Date Someone with Credit Card Debt

A new NerdWallet survey finds that when it comes to money and relationships, some Americans wouldn’t date someone with credit card debt, and others have limits on how much debt is too much.

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Erin El Issa

U.S. Department of the Treasury: News and Status

The U.S. Department of the Treasury is the steward of all federal economic and financial systems.

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Anna Helhoski

2025 Sports Betting and Gambling Survey

One in 5 Americans (20%) placed a sports bet in the past 12 months, according to a new NerdWallet survey. Some plan to up the ante in 2025.

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Erin El Issa

4 Tips for Launching a Side Hustle at Any Age

Launching a successful side hustle requires embracing your passion and life experience.

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Kimberly Palmer

Trump’s Tariffs Begin: Here’s What Could Get More Expensive

From staples to luxuries and major purchases, new tariffs could have wide-ranging effects on consumer prices.

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Taryn Phaneuf

What Is the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau?

The CFPB, created in the wake of the 2008 banking crisis, has been under steady attack in 2025.

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Taryn Phaneuf

Where to Turn When a Natural Disaster Upends Your Finances

Act quickly to get free aid first, then turn to financial tasks like contacting insurers and creditors.

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What Is the Federal Trade Commission?

The Federal Trade Commission, or FTC, enforces federal consumer protection and antitrust laws.

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Anna Helhoski

A Classic Dive Bar Holds Out Against the Tide

In a gentrifying San Francisco neighborhood, Vieni Vieni keeps on pouring — despite the odds.

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Tony Lioce

What Does the U.S. Manufacture and How Does It Impact the Economy?

Manufacturing is one of the largest sectors of the U.S. economy and contributes 10% of the country’s output.

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Anna Helhoski

Survey: Majority of Americans Have Money Regrets in 2024

Nearly 7 in 10 Americans (69%) say they have financial regrets for 2024, according to a new NerdWallet survey.

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Erin El Issa

What $20 Gets You at Gas Stations in Each State

Gas prices are falling toward four-year lows — but vary widely across the country.

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Taryn Phaneuf

What Is a Tariff?

The government might impose a tax on imported goods to raise revenue or protect domestic industries.

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Taryn Phaneuf

State Gas Taxes: What They Are And How Much You Pay

State taxes vary widely but average 33 cents per gallon.

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Taryn Phaneuf

4 Social Media Money Trends Worth Knowing About

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Joe Yerardi

The Best Ways to Give Money to a Teenager

Parents might want to start with cash before trying other methods.

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Kimberly Palmer