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WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Bob Casey is championing the charge to protect American consumers from the predatory practices of corporate banks. Amidst a flurry of activity, he recently dispatched …
BANK PROFITEERS: How Your Bank Is Making Billions From Your Misfortune Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Moody’s Investors Service has reaffirmed the West Chester Area School District (WCASD)’s financial stability with a distinguished Aaa general obligation limited tax (GOLT) rating in recognition …
West Chester Area School District Earns Prestigious Aaa Rating, Reflecting Exceptional Financial Resilience Read More
State Rep. Morgan Cephas shares her journey with student loan forgiveness and highlights the impact on African American women. She endorses President Biden’s commitment to tackle the student debt crisis, emphasizing the need for economic justice and equity.
Tackling Student Debt: A Call for Economic Justice Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) recently revealed data indicating that large banks offer less favorable credit card terms and higher interest rates than their smaller counterparts, …
Large Banks Charging Higher Credit Card Rates than Small Counterparts, Says CFPB Read More
Borrowing money is often a necessary but fraught endeavor. It can be the much-needed financial lifeline or the quicksand dragging you further into a pit of debt. In rare and …
Dealing with Unreasonable Loan Conditions: A Borrower’s Guide Read More
You may have read reports about an impending “debt crisis” in the U.S. Should you be worried about investing in Treasury securities?
Treasury Bonds: Still Safe for Investors Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Biden-Harris Administration has announced an early forgiveness initiative for borrowers enrolled in the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) Plan. Starting next month, those who initially …
Biden-Harris Administration Accelerates Loan Forgiveness, Doubling Down on Debt-Free Education Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Uri Monson, the Shapiro Administration Secretary of the Budget, announced on Tuesday the successful sale of approximately $1.3 billion in new General Obligation Bonds. The issuance included a …
Pennsylvania Announces Successful Sale of $1.3 Billion in New Bonds, Saving Taxpayers Millions Read More
Debt can be a significant source of stress and anxiety for many Americans, but just how much debt can Pennsylvanians handle before feeling financially overwhelmed? A recent study by the …
The Average Pennsylvanian Has a Higher Debt Anxiety Threshold Than National Average Read More
On May 23, 2023, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) reached a settlement to resolve allegations that Citizens Bank violated consumer financial protection laws and rules that protect individuals when …
Citizens Bank to Pay $9 Million Settlement Over Credit Card Dispute Allegations Read More