New 401(k) rule makes it easier to tap savings for emergencies
A new law has made it easier for Americans to tap their 401(k)s and other retirement accounts for emergency funds as they continue to battle high inflation.
A new law has made it easier for Americans to tap their 401(k)s and other retirement accounts for emergency funds as they continue to battle high inflation.
Here's the salary you need to be in the top 1% in all 50 states
In some states, Americans need to earn more than $1 million annually to be a part of the top 1%, according to a study from GoBankingRates.
In some states, Americans need to earn more than $1 million annually to be a part of the top 1%, according to a study from GoBankingRates.
Money Monday: Why are women not saving as much for retirement?
The Ramsey Show's Jade Warshaw explains why women are struggling to save more for retirement than men.
The Ramsey Show's Jade Warshaw explains why women are struggling to save more for retirement than men.
Freedom Month Sales Tax Holiday in Florida: From concerts to kayaks, here's what you can save money on in July
Here is a partial list of what people can buy in July without paying sales taxes:
Here is a partial list of what people can buy in July without paying sales taxes:
Money Monday: Ways to reclaim your 2024 financial goals
Have you been keeping up with the financial goals you set for yourself at the beginning of 2024? Right now is the best time to evaluate your progress because you have time to adjust and make them a reality. Finance expert and Co-Host of The Ramsey Show, Rachel Cruze shares ways you can reclaim your 2024 money goals.
Have you been keeping up with the financial goals you set for yourself at the beginning of 2024? Right now is the best time to evaluate your progress because you have time to adjust and make them a reality. Finance expert and Co-Host of The Ramsey Show, Rachel Cruze shares ways you can reclaim your 2024 money goals.
Citizens insurance rate hikes backed by Board of Governors
While saying Florida’s insurance market is improving, the Citizens Property Insurance Corp. Board of Governors on Wednesday backed a proposal that would lead to customers across the state seeing double-digit rate increases in 2025.
While saying Florida’s insurance market is improving, the Citizens Property Insurance Corp. Board of Governors on Wednesday backed a proposal that would lead to customers across the state seeing double-digit rate increases in 2025.
Mortgage rates on the decline while applications rise: Freddie Mac
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 6.95% for the week ending June 13, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 6.95% for the week ending June 13, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
Freddie Mac proposes product to help homeowners tap home equity without losing record low mortgage rates
New Freddie Mac product would help homeowners tap their home equity without losing their existing low-rate first mortgages.
New Freddie Mac product would help homeowners tap their home equity without losing their existing low-rate first mortgages.
Foreclosures on the rise again nationwide — A look at the hardest hit states
More Americans lost their homes in May as foreclosures move higher.
More Americans lost their homes in May as foreclosures move higher.
50 percent of Americans saving for college don't know about a 529 savings plan: survey
Despite the many advantages 529 savings plans provide, many Americans are not using them as part of the education saving strategy, a recent Edward Jones survey said.
Despite the many advantages 529 savings plans provide, many Americans are not using them as part of the education saving strategy, a recent Edward Jones survey said.
Soaring insurance rates drive auto insurance shopping rates higher: report
Shopping rates for new auto insurers climbed in January and February 2024, rebounding from a dip in the previous quarter.
Shopping rates for new auto insurers climbed in January and February 2024, rebounding from a dip in the previous quarter.
Mortgage rates fall but only slightly as home prices continue rising
Home prices may still be up, but mortgage rates dipped down to just below 7% this week.
Home prices may still be up, but mortgage rates dipped down to just below 7% this week.
Unemployment increased just slightly despite the US adding 272,000 jobs
Over 270,000 jobs were added in May, yet the unemployment rate still rose, fueling economic concerns.
Over 270,000 jobs were added in May, yet the unemployment rate still rose, fueling economic concerns.
71 percent of Americans waiting on interest rate cuts before hunting for homes: survey
Sixty-seven percent of Americans still dream of owning a home, but 71% said they are waiting for mortgage rates to drop before entering the market, according to a recent BMO Financial survey.
Sixty-seven percent of Americans still dream of owning a home, but 71% said they are waiting for mortgage rates to drop before entering the market, according to a recent BMO Financial survey.
Bass Pro Shops' CEO says brand will focus on affordability amid Inflation
Johnny Morris, CEO and founder of Bass Pro Shops, says inflation is 'very real,' and brand will focus on affordability.
Johnny Morris, CEO and founder of Bass Pro Shops, says inflation is 'very real,' and brand will focus on affordability.
A large percentage of first-generation students have been impacted by FAFSA challenges
FAFSA issues have caused minority students to delay attending college and have led to severe stress and anxiety for other prospective students.
FAFSA issues have caused minority students to delay attending college and have led to severe stress and anxiety for other prospective students.
Dow hits 40,000 for first time
The Dow Jones Industrial Average crossed 40,000 for the first time ever Thursday as investors celebrated solid earnings and a slight easing of consumer inflation last month.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average crossed 40,000 for the first time ever Thursday as investors celebrated solid earnings and a slight easing of consumer inflation last month.
'Winflation': Breaking down higher costs for fans of successful sports teams
"Winflation," a phenomenon where the cost of supporting sports teams rises with their success, is reshaping the fan experience, distancing sports from their working-class origins, and imposing significant financial burdens on enthusiasts globally.
"Winflation," a phenomenon where the cost of supporting sports teams rises with their success, is reshaping the fan experience, distancing sports from their working-class origins, and imposing significant financial burdens on enthusiasts globally.
Mortgage rates push higher with no relief in sight: Freddie Mac
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 7.22% for the week ending May 2, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 7.22% for the week ending May 2, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
Interest rates not changing until inflation cools, Federal Reserve says
The Federal Reserve announced its decision to maintain its key interest rate at a two-decade high of roughly 5.3% amid ongoing concerns about high inflation.
The Federal Reserve announced its decision to maintain its key interest rate at a two-decade high of roughly 5.3% amid ongoing concerns about high inflation.