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Income-Contingent Repayment is the least generous income-driven plan, but it’s the only one parent PLUS loan borrowers can use. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our ...

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Small-cap ETFs can be a refreshing addition to your investment portfolio, but they do come with some risk. Here's a list of the best-performing small cap ETFs this month. Many, or all, of the products ...

The same NerdWallet study found that 46% of Americans want to save money for emergencies in 2026. Start with whatever you can spare. Make it $20, $50, $75 or whatever jibes with your budget right now.

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Jae Bratton has been writing about credit cards for NerdWallet since 2022. Her work has been published in The Washington Post, the Los Angeles Times, The Associated Press and the journal Studies in ...

Treasury bonds, notes and bills are U.S. government debt securities that mainly differ in their duration, the interest they pay and the amount of interest rate risk they face. Many, or all, of the ...

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Our Nerds spent more than 200 hours comparing and rating banks, neobanks and credit unions, and also highlighting pros, cons and offers. Here are some of the best financial institutions and accounts.