Biden tries again at student loan cancellation, this time for those with financial hardships
The Biden administration is proposing a new path for student loan cancellation targeting borrowers in financial distress, potentially aiding 8 million Americans.
Biden to Withdraw Unfinished Student Debt Proposals for 38 Million Borrowers
The Biden administration withdraws student loan regulations, anticipating challenges from a potential Trump administration.
Biden tries again at student loan cancellation, for those in financial hardship
The Biden administration proposes a new student loan cancellation rule aimed at borrowers facing significant financial hardships, potentially helping 8 million Americans.
Student loan forbearance vs. deferment-the key differences and how to choose
Student loan borrowers often face changing financial circumstances, making forbearance and deferment useful but potentially costly options due to accruing interest.
Biden administration releases proposed guidelines for student loan hardship
Biden administration's proposed guidelines for student loan hardship relief are likely to include automatic relief for borrowers in default.
Factors considered in assessing hardship for loan relief include income, assets, loan balance, repayment status, and more.
Biden tries again at student loan cancellation, this time for those with financial hardships
The Biden administration is proposing a new path for student loan cancellation targeting borrowers in financial distress, potentially aiding 8 million Americans.
Biden to Withdraw Unfinished Student Debt Proposals for 38 Million Borrowers
The Biden administration withdraws student loan regulations, anticipating challenges from a potential Trump administration.
Biden tries again at student loan cancellation, for those in financial hardship
The Biden administration proposes a new student loan cancellation rule aimed at borrowers facing significant financial hardships, potentially helping 8 million Americans.
Student loan forbearance vs. deferment-the key differences and how to choose
Student loan borrowers often face changing financial circumstances, making forbearance and deferment useful but potentially costly options due to accruing interest.
Biden administration releases proposed guidelines for student loan hardship
Biden administration's proposed guidelines for student loan hardship relief are likely to include automatic relief for borrowers in default.
Factors considered in assessing hardship for loan relief include income, assets, loan balance, repayment status, and more.
Hundreds of thousands hit by ruinous carer's allowance penalties, audit shows
The DWP has failed to address overpayment issues for unpaid carers, resulting in significant penalties and hardship despite assurances of reform.
Carer's Allowance overpayment debt rises to 250m
Outstanding debt from Carer's Allowance overpayments rose to over £250 million, raising concerns about the system’s effectiveness in supporting carers.
The financial, physical and emotional toll of being an unpaid carer | Letters
Unpaid carers face significant financial, physical, and emotional challenges without adequate government support.
Millions of unpaid carers have to cut back on paid work or quit jobs due to caring responsibilities, while facing strict eligibility criteria for carer's allowance.
Hundreds of thousands hit by ruinous carer's allowance penalties, audit shows
The DWP has failed to address overpayment issues for unpaid carers, resulting in significant penalties and hardship despite assurances of reform.
Carer's Allowance overpayment debt rises to 250m
Outstanding debt from Carer's Allowance overpayments rose to over £250 million, raising concerns about the system’s effectiveness in supporting carers.
The financial, physical and emotional toll of being an unpaid carer | Letters
Unpaid carers face significant financial, physical, and emotional challenges without adequate government support.
Millions of unpaid carers have to cut back on paid work or quit jobs due to caring responsibilities, while facing strict eligibility criteria for carer's allowance.
The majority of older Americans face financial challenges that hinder their ability to afford necessary care and living arrangements.
A veteran cinematographer says he can barely afford a $5 McDonald's value meal since the Hollywood strikes
The Hollywood strikes have severely impacted the livelihood of cinematographers and related professionals, leading to dire financial situations.
Forever Young festival organiser seeks appointment of liquidators as fans still waiting on refunds worth 300,000
Thousands of fans are waiting for €300,000 in refunds after being denied entry to a music festival due to safety issues.
The Forever Young Music Festival has ceased operations following financial difficulties compounded by a lack of adequate insurance.
Acclaimed Bay Area coffee roaster is $3.3 million in debt, files for bankruptcy
Red Bay Coffee has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy primarily due to over $3.3 million in debt from the pandemic and lawsuits.
Building a delivery app in the world's internet shutdown capital
The article highlights diverse personal and social challenges faced by individuals across different regions and platforms.
Pensioner, 90, fears he won't survive winter due to fuel payment cuts
Pensioner Roy Roots expresses fear of winter survival due to potential fuel payment cuts exacerbating reliance on limited resources.
People We Meet: Street vendor Jose Barajas' last 10 months have been his worst yet
The article highlights the impact of a street vending ban on permitted vendors, causing financial hardships and displacement.
I'd Long Wanted to Donate a Piece of My Body to Help Someone. Now I Do It to Make Ends Meet.
The struggle of financial hardship and the need for additional income during graduate schooling.
Not a Friendly town: The last Boston Friendly's has closed
Friendly's Ice Cream closed its last Boston location in Boston Logan Airport due to financial hardship during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The chain's future is uncertain despite attempts to revive the business model in Texas.
Biden Guidelines For Student Loan Forgiveness Aid Debtors Close To Default
Biden administration proposes student loan debt relief guidelines, including potential full balance waiver.
Wide student loan forgiveness may relieve financial burdens, impact major life decisions, and serve as a beneficial PR move for the Biden administration.
Ministers urged to double maternity pay as mums choose to heat or eat
Mothers are struggling to afford basic necessities like food and heating due to low maternity pay.
Many mothers are experiencing health problems and mental health issues as a result of financial stress during pregnancy.
A watchdog group targets payday lenders with a 2 strikes' rule to help borrowers
Payday loans put borrowers at significant risk due to high interest rates and rollover cycles, leading to long-term financial hardships.
L.A. County plans to put $5 million toward wiping out medical debt
Los Angeles County allocates $5 million to relieve medical debt for low-income residents through partnership with Undue Medical Debt.