Personal Finance

2024 Cost of Raising Children Report

A new NerdWallet survey found that 56% of Americans under age 60 who don’t have kids say they don’t plan to have them. For many, it’s because of the cost.

Survey: Most Say Men Should Pay for First Date in Hetero Couples

A new NerdWallet survey shows how Americans think about dating and finances, and how much they expect to pay for their Valentine’s Day plans this year.

Debt and Chronic Pain Can Be Connected. Here’s How to Cope

Study data points to an association between owing money and pain, but you can find support and strategies to manage your debt.

Economist: How a Global Pandemic Made Us Richer Four Years Later

An author discusses how a massive stimulus in response to the pandemic emergency was key to the quick economic rebound.

30 Years of Change in Single-Parent Household Finances

What Is the Pay Gap?

Multiple pay gaps exist in the United States, but the most commonly referenced pay gap is between men and women.

Will Ozempic Change the Food Industry? Not Yet, but Give It Time

New weight-loss drugs aren’t likely to impact the food economy unless usage broadens.

Would Your Documents Survive a Disaster? What to Protect and How

Floods, fires, historic storms — make sure you've got your important papers in a safe spot.

2023 Money Regrets Can Pave the Way for Next Year’s Goals

Third Quarter GDP Accelerates — What That Means

The U.S. economy grew at an annual rate of 3.4% in Q3 2026, compared to 2.2% growth in Q2.

Knock Down These 5 Roadblocks to Improving Credit

A new NerdWallet survey finds that half of Americans have barriers to improving their credit. Here’s how to get past them.

Will Prices Ever Go Down? For Some Things, They Already Have

You won’t see prices return to pre-pandemic levels but that doesn’t mean they won’t come down at all.

Survey: 4 in 5 Americans Are Trying to Improve Their Credit

Some say their credit score has negatively impacted them in the past, and half say they face barriers to elevating it, a new NerdWallet survey finds.

Commuter Snapshot: Most Workers Hit the Roads as Costs Increase

How Could the DHS Shutdown Affect You?

A partial shutdown, affecting only the Department of Homeland Security, is now in effect.

8 Latino Financial Influencers to Follow in 2023

Latino financial experts offer advice for building trust in financial systems, generational wealth and how financial institutions can better serve their communities.

Supreme Court Rejects Payday Lender Challenge to CFPB Funding

On May 16, the Supreme Court upheld the constitutionality of the CFPB's funding.

54% of Engaged Americans Disagree With Partner on Financial Goals

A new NerdWallet survey, developed in partnership with Zola, finds that many engaged Americans are facing money challenges while planning their weddings.

UAW Worker: ‘These Jobs Were Gold Standard’

The union is on strike at targeted locations across the Big Three auto companies.

The Interest Rate Hike You May Already Be Paying For