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If the USPS Runs Out of Money, Will You Still Get Mail?

If the USPS Runs Out of Money, Will You Still Get Mail?

If you’re using the U.S. Postal Service less than you used to, you’re not the only one. Mail usage has fallen by nearly 50% over the past 20 years, according to USPS numbers. Unfortunately, that means less money for the USPS, which could translate into fewer delivery

Student government calls on MSU to address the financial difficulties of graduate students

The Associated Students of MSU (ASMSU) passed a resolution on March 5 calling on MSU administration to address graduate students’ financial difficulties. The resolution, sponsored by At-Large Senator Gavin Thorson, states that MSU’s graduate assistants (GAs) receive inadequate stipends and struggle with food insecurity and the cost of

Credit Card Rewards on Housing Face Cracks in the Foundation

Whether you own or rent your place, it's probably your biggest monthly expense. Wouldn't it be great to earn credit card rewards on that spending, the same way you can on gas and groceries? That question has driven radical innovation and risk-taking in the credit

Asked on Reddit: How Much Is Too Much to Pay for Rent?

Asked on Reddit: How Much Is Too Much to Pay for Rent?

The investing information provided on this page is for educational purposes only. NerdWallet, Inc. does not offer advisory or brokerage services, nor does it recommend or advise investors to buy or sell particular stocks, securities or other investments. A Reddit user recently asked: How much should I spend on rent

An Economic Wild Card: The Iran War and Your Finances

Look no further than your local gas station if you want to see how the Iran war is already shifting financial conditions for U.S. consumers. Oil prices have surged past $100 per barrel and gas prices have increased more than 32% since last month, according to data from AAA,

Your Top March Money Questions — Asked and Answered

Your Top March Money Questions — Asked and Answered

The investing information provided on this page is for educational purposes only. NerdWallet, Inc. does not offer advisory or brokerage services, nor does it recommend or advise investors to buy or sell particular stocks, securities or other investments. Each week, we answer money questions from around the web on the

How to Make a Financial Recovery Plan

How to Make a Financial Recovery Plan

The investing information provided on this page is for educational purposes only. NerdWallet, Inc. does not offer advisory or brokerage services, nor does it recommend or advise investors to buy or sell particular stocks, securities or other investments. Last October, Rahkim Sabree came home to his duplex on fire. He