Personal Finances – Page 37

Need Your Money Now? The Markets Aren’t Helping.

The rout in the stock and bond markets has been especially rough on people paying for college, retirement or a new home. Our columnist has some advice.

Downsizing in Retirement: Expenses They Didn’t Expect

On the way to spending less, people often have to shell out more, at least temporarily — especially when selling a home. Here’s what to consider.

I.R.S. to Refund Late-Filing Penalties for 2019 and 2020 Returns

But to be eligible for the relief, taxpayers have to file the returns by Sept. 30. The agency says the average refund will be $750.

Student Loan Forgiveness Is Complicated, Because This Is America

Instead of making higher education free, we subsidize it later through repayment plans and attempts at debt cancellation. The complexity is disrespectful.

Biden’s Student Loan Plan Sets Off Fierce Debate Among Economists

Liberals and more moderate Democrats are arguing over the impact on inflation, the federal budget deficit and high earners.