Barbara Bogaev

Congress's proposed plans to phase out government-backed mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will almost certainly mean higher mortgage rates for consumers.

A look at how individuals decide to pay for information.

Financial expert Lynnette Khalfani Cox answers listeners' questions about big ticket items, like cars and homes.

In a new digital era, payroll debit cards are becoming increasingly popular. But be sure you are aware of the fees associated with them.

Most people think of student debt impacting folks in their 20s or 30s. But it's affecting older Americans as well.

Ignoring your problems rarely ever makes them go away. Anna learned that the hard way when the government started garnishing her wages after she defaulted on her student loan payments. But, she says, she's thankful it happened.

Older Americans, whose retirement portfolios include a lot of bonds, might be concerned about fluctuations in the bond market right now. We've got some advice on what to do.

Two young adults share their stories of how student loan debt has impacted their lives since graduating from college.

Summer is the perfect time to get rid of your unwanted items, but is it more lucrative to sell stuff online or at a traditional a yard sale?

The new face of debt is young and worried. Student loans affect nearly 15 million Americans under the age of 30 and many debtors are facing tens of thousands of dollars in repayment.