Auto loans much more expensive for drivers with bad credit: report

Borrowers are spending more to finance car purchases across the board, but poor credit ratings can drive the cost up by up to $12,000, a recent report by Jerry said.

How to get rehired by a former employer: 'More common than people realize'

Some employees realize — after leaving a job and an employer — that they'd like to return to their former workplace. Here's how to navigate this scenario and what to know.

Debt relief scams grow as consumer debt hits record high: BBB

The Better Business Bureau has received over 11,000 complaints and almost 900 negative reviews about debt and credit assistance.

Student loan scammers arise as repayment begins

As student loan repayment begins after a federal pause, scammers are preying on borrowers seeking debt relief. But there are free and legitimate ways to lower your monthly payments or get student loan relief. Here's how.

CVS pulls popular cold medicines from store shelves

The move will impact certain common oral cough and cold products. It comes after an FDA advisory panel determined that a main active ingredient doesn't work.

Credit card delinquency rates and balances are on the rise

Credit card delinquency rates and balances increased in Q2 2023 amid a high interest-rate environment. But there are many ways to pay off debt quickly.

Student loan repayment: Nearly half of Americans with college debt to cut essential spending

With student loan payments underway after the federal pause ended, many Americans are cutting back on essentials to make ends meet, MassMutual found. But Biden’s student loan relief initiatives aim to help borrowers now.

Gas prices unseasonably high despite a drop in demand: AAA

Nationwide gas prices dipped on average by only three cents to $3.83 for the week ending Sept. 28, according to AAA.

Extreme weather impacting how buyers shop for homes: Zillow

Most shoppers consider at least one climate risk in the homebuying process, a recent Zillow survey said.

Student loan repayment may force some to take on more debt: survey

Many student loan borrowers are anxious that they won't be able to meet their payment obligations once repayments resume in October, according to a recent survey by Achieve.

Map: Here's the minimum annual income required to be middle class in each state

Inflation has surged in the past few years, peaking at 9% in June 2022. That means some families who were middle class in 2020 may no longer be in that category.

Citrus production struggling in Florida
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One of Florida's signature businesses is going through rough times as citrus production slows. Experts say hurricanes are to blame in part, but farmers are hoping they can turn the corner soon.

Margaritaville back on track in Melbourne
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The Margaritaville resort in Melbourne is coming soon! Construction is underway after delay that was the result of supply issues and rising construction costs, the mayor said.

Gas prices drop ahead of Labor Day weekend: AAA

The average price of gas dropped this week as oil prices follow a downward trend, according to AAA. Motorists may see some pressure at the pump as they get closer to Labor Day weekend.

Home price growth reaches highest level since last year: Redfin

Home prices increased 2.6% from last year, Redfin reported. And a lack of housing inventory could be placing barriers to homeownership and driving up prices. Still, the Fed's doubts over a possible recession may fuel a housing rebound.

Credit card users with the highest balances live in these states: survey

Subprime accounts made up a growing number of new accounts opened in the third quarter of 2022, according to a recent Scholaroo survey.