Tax liabilities can be a major expense for many households and individuals. Learn the basics of tax liabilities are and how you can help reduce them.

A restricted stock unit (RSU) converts part of compensation into company shares (or cash) on a schedule. Value is set at vesting and is generally taxed as wage income then; later price changes are capital gains or losses when sold.

In this edition of Sense Check, Empower’s Courtney Burrell shares practical steps for paying off credit card debt, the trade-offs between different repayment methods, and the mindset shifts that can help you stay on track.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid returns to an early fall opening with upgrades that cut wait times and make it easier for parents to join the forms.

Among Americans with a credit card who do not pay their bills in full, over 2 in 5 (41%) have delayed or canceled major purchases due to financial strain or credit card debt, according to new Empower research. More than half (52%) agree that rising costs and inflation have made it harder to keep up with payments.

Wondering if BNPL affects your credit score? A new FICO credit score model going into effect this fall will add BNPL loans to credit reports. 

Saving more and spending less — all while finding joy. Americans are walking a balance, but doing it confidently.

The latest data on auto lending shows signs of steadiness despite uncertainty about sticker prices and inventories during the spring car shopping season.

As Gen Z enters the workforce and gains financial independence, their use of credit cards is on the rise. According to recent surveys, 84% of Gen Z has at least one credit card. That could have major consequences on their long-term finances.

More states are requiring high school students to take personal finance course, with an emphasis on the real-world money skills they'll need after graduation.

Shoppers are using pay later products in many different forms this holiday season as they look to leverage their spending power and better manage cash flow.

Student loans are a powerful tool for affording education. For seniors, student loan repayment can significantly impact their ability to save or spend in retirement.