FEDS RESTART COLLECTION ON DEFAULTED STUDENT LOANS – After a pause of more than five years, the federal government resumes collecting on defaulted student loans. Here are the options for borrowers in default or close to it.
MY TWO CENTS: WHY THE MARKETPLACE NEEDS RULES – I almost never share my personal opinions about politics, but I’m concerned that a “Wild West” marketplace will result from weakening federal regulations and regulators.
Consumerpedia, Episode 84: FREE PERKS YOU DIDN’T KNOW YOU HAD – The staff at Checkbook sifted through member benefits for credit cards, warehouse clubs, health plans, and AAA. We discovered dozens of money-saving perks that are often overlooked.
DON’T FALL FOR BOGUS ‘UNPAID TOLL’ TEXT MESSAGES – If you receive a text message requesting payment for outstanding toll charges, assume it’s a scam. The volume of these fake messages has surged recently.