This week’s money news

This week’s top story: Biden cancels another $9B in student debt for 125,000 borrowers. In other news: Tips for managing holiday budgets and stress, 4 ways married couples can use tax breaks to build wealth, and how climate change could affect when and where people travel.

Biden Cancels Another $9B in Student Debt for 125,000 Borrowers
So far, the Biden administration has canceled $127 billion in student loan debt.

Finance Nerds Share Tips for Managing Holiday Budgets and Stress
The holidays can be a financially stressful time. Saying yes to budgeting and no to overextending yourself can help.

4 Ways Married Couples Can Use Tax Breaks to Build Wealth
Married couples can use multiple strategies to build wealth when they take advantage of various tax credits and deductions.

How Climate Change Could Affect When and Where People Travel
After a summer of record-breaking temperatures, tourists may opt to travel in cooler months or to cooler places.

Friday’s need-to-know money news

Today’s top story: How to plan and budget for DIY projects now. Also in the news: How to factor climate change into your air travel, why it’s probably better to lease a car than buy one right now, and new rules for medical and dependent care FSAs.

How to Plan and Budget for DIY Projects Now
Tailor do-it-yourself home projects to fit current circumstances by considering the size, type and cost of the work.

Ask a Points Nerd: How Can I Factor Climate Change Into My Air Travel?
Being intentional about the airlines you choose and how often you fly can help reduce your carbon footprint.

Why it’s probably better to lease a car than buy one right now
5 reasons why leasing is a smart choice during these chaotic times.

New Rules for Medical and Dependent Care FSAs
New rules bring more flexibility.