This week’s top story: Congress delays shutdown again, extends funding to March. In other news: What to do about debt in retirement, 4 strategies for using side hustles to fund retirement savings, and ‘enormous’ savings for Americans by limiting overdraft fees.
Congress Delays Shutdown Again, Extends Funding to March
On Jan. 18, Congress approved yet another stopgap that will avoid a possible government shutdown until March.
What to Do About Debt in Retirement
From taking on side work to strategically downsizing, here are ways to help you tackle retirement debt.
4 Strategies for Using Side Hustles to Fund Retirement Savings
Side hustles can be used to pay for everyday expenses, but they can also help fund your retirement goals.
CFPB: ‘Enormous’ Savings for Americans by Limiting Overdraft Fees
With billions in revenue at stake, banks are lining up against the proposal.
This week’s top story: Smart Money podcast on money scams, and renting credit card tradelines for cash. In other news: AI and hiring decisions, June 2023 rent report, and CFPB warning that student loan borrowers will struggle with repayment.
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Today’s top story: Does the CFPB still care about students? Also in the news: How to use your tax return to map out a better financial future, paring down the price of a move to a new state, and 6 strategies to get a divorce without going broke. 
Today’s top story: Suing banks will get easier – if CFPB rule survives. Also in the news: 2017 Driving in America report, 7 tips for preparing your taxes in a divorce, and why you need to stop beating yourself up over past money mistakes. 
Today’s top story: 6 myths about IRAs you can’t afford to believe. Also in the news: New loan modifications from Fannie and Freddie, tax refund loans, and what the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau offers consumers.