August 15, 2026: Student Loan Decisions, a Healthcare Revival & Record Highs

Some financial decisions can’t be made by looking at just one number. This week, we start with major changes coming to federal student loan repayment and why married borrowers may need to consider not only their monthly payment, but how their tax-filing status affects both their cash flow and bigger financial picture. Then, a listener asks whether it’s time to rethink a healthcare fund he’s owned…