Kamaron McNair
Money Reporter at CNBC Make It
money reporter @CNBCMakeIt tweets are my own no one asked for them // previously @theskimm and @lendingtree
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2 weeks ago |
cnbc.com | Kamaron McNair
Americans earning a regular salary may have trouble living comfortably in all 50 states. The median annual wage for individuals was just below $62,000 at the end of 2024, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. But it takes a salary of at least $80,829 for a single adult to live comfortably in West Virginia, the most affordable state, according to a recent SmartAsset study.
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3 weeks ago |
cnbc.com | Kamaron McNair
Students and families borrowing money for college will get a slight reprieve for the upcoming school year. The interest rate for undergraduate federal student loans disbursed between July 1, 2025 and June 30, 2026 will be 6.39%, down from 6.53% for the 2024-25 school year, the Department of Education announced on May 30. Graduate loans will come with a 7.94% rate and Parent Plus loans will have an 8.94% interest rate, both lower than the prior year.
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3 weeks ago |
cnbc.com | Kamaron McNair
In the coming weeks, the U.S. Senate is expected to consider, amend and eventually vote on President Donald Trump's budget agenda, called the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act." The House passed the bill on May 22 by a single vote. The massive bill includes a variety of provisions aiming to cut government spending and raise revenue to address the federal deficit.
Having this amount in your emergency fund can make you happier and less stressed, new research finds
4 weeks ago |
cnbc.com | Kamaron McNair
Plenty of factors can contribute to your financial well-being, from earning enough to afford the lifestyle you want to being on track with your retirement savings. But having at least $2,000 saved for emergencies may have the biggest impact on how you feel about money, a recent study from investment management company Vanguard shows.
Having this amount in your emergency fund can make you happier and less stressed, new research finds
4 weeks ago |
flipboard.com | Kamaron McNair
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