Jessica Dickler

Heading into the peak holiday season, some shoppers are still paying off the gifts they purchased in 2023.

The Education Department said the full launch of the 2025-26 FAFSA is on track for December 1. Here are a few steps you can take now to prepare.

The 2025-26 FAFSA will be available to everyone on December 1, the Education Department said. Here's how to prepare.

Key Points Black Friday to Cyber Monday is one of the busiest shopping periods of the year as consumers try to maximize the weekend's deals.

Few Americans — even millionaires — feel confident about their financial standing. High costs and home prices and have made it harder to feel rich.

The Education Department said the 2025-26 FAFSA is now available to all students and families, ahead of schedule.

Key PointsFew Americans — even millionaires — feel confident about their financial standing.

One factor that drove young men to the polls may have been perceived economic disparities, experts say, which ultimately helped Republicans win on Election Day.

Dupes may just be the hottest gift of the season. This year, 79% of shoppers said they would buy a dupe as a gift for their loved ones for the holidays, according to a recent report.

Nearly 80% of shoppers said they would buy a dupe as a gift for their loved ones for the holidays, according to a recent report.