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It’s Mo’ Money Monday, and while I’m not here to tell you to spend money you don’t have, I am here to help you spend smarter if you’re planning to shop. Amazon Prime Day kicks off tomorrow, July 9, and it’s one of the biggest sales events outside of Black Friday. The sale ends Friday, […]
More than two million federal student‑loan borrowers could see money taken from their paychecks as early as this summer. Why wage garnishment is back on the table: Roughly six million borrowers are now 90‑plus days late, and about one‑third of them (nearly 2 million people) could slip into default in July, triggering collections. Once a loan is in […]
Your “buy now, pay later” (BNPL) habits may soon directly impact your credit score. FICO, the company behind the most widely used credit scores in the U.S., announced Monday that its upcoming scoring models will include data from BNPL transactions for the first time. The move reflects the growing popularity of these short-term installment loans, […]
If your credit score recently took a hit, you’re not alone. Millions of Americans are seeing their credit scores plummet now that the federal government has resumed collecting on student loans. After a three-year pause during the pandemic, the U.S. Department of Education officially restarted the debt collection process. Borrowers who have gone 90 days […]
As federal investigators continue to crack down on pandemic-era loan fraud, two high-profile North Carolina cases are making headlines—highlighting the government’s ongoing efforts to hold individuals accountable for misusing COVID-19 relief funds. In Raleigh, 45-year-old Pastor Mitchell Summerfield pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit bank and wire fraud after receiving more than $400,000 in fraudulent […]
Apple has agreed to pay $95 million to settle a class action lawsuit over claims that its voice assistant Siri recorded users without their consent. The lawsuit, Lopez v. Apple Inc., accuses the tech giant of unintentionally activating Siri during private conversations and then sharing that data with third parties. Some users say they were […]
As global trade tensions rise, the sneaker world is bracing for impact—especially Jordan Brand. With new tariffs threatening international supply chains, industry insiders say it’s only a matter of time before price hikes hit the shelves. Sneaker production is a global operation, from sourcing raw materials to assembling and packaging. Disruptions in that process can […]
Financial educator Markia Brown offers key points to keep in mind as families navigate the aftermath of the Los Angeles wildfires.
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Troy Millings and Rashad Bilal, the dynamic duo behind the hit podcast “Earn Your Leisure,” recently graced The Morning Hustle with their presence to promote their highly anticipated fourth annual Invest Fest in Atlanta, Georgia. The interview was not just about the event but also offered invaluable advice for families striving to stretch their finances […]
Talking about financial success can often feel daunting, but two black men, George Acheampong and Carter Cofield, are on a mission to empower the Black community through financial literacy and wealth building. The hosts of the “Melanin Money” podcast recently stopped by The Morning Hustle to share insights from their financial social network, the Melanin […]
This week’s Hustle of the Week is a master investor who we can all learn a thing or two from! Aristotle talks financial advice purchasing Atlanta’s monumental Legacy Center, and how you can invest from scratch! Text “HUSTLE” to 71007 to join The Morning Hustle Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). To stay […]