Powerball jackpot: New year kicks off with $810 million prize on the line
The prize is now the fifth-largest Powerball jackpot and 10th-largest U.S. lottery jackpot.
These are the most affordable cities to buy a home in 2024: Realtor.com
Realtor.com released the top 100 ranking metros for 2024, including affordable markets in the Northeast and Midwest such as Toledo, Ohio, and Rochester, New York, alongside several Southern California markets.
Mortgage rates dip below 7 percent as the housing outlook brightens for 2024: Freddie Mac
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 6.95% for the week ending Dec. 14, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
Here's who may qualify for $10,000 in student debt relief under Biden's new forgiveness plan
The Biden administration has taken the next step toward its plan B for student loan forgiveness after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down its first debt forgiveness attempt.
IRS move could carry hefty cost for some taxpayers
The IRS is raising the interest penalty for underpayment of estimated taxes, with taxpayers who are self-employed or work as independent contractors urged to be vigilant.
Working mom's tearful confession on family living paycheck to paycheck goes viral: 'I don't know what to do'
Pennsylvania mom and registered nurse Mackenzie Moan's viral TikTok about her family's financial struggles has led others to raise their voices about the high cost of living.
Nearly a million student loan borrowers back in forbearance following servicer billing errors
The Department of Education has withheld millions of dollars of payment to student loan servicers over billing errors that triggered delinquencies for many students.
Gas prices hit 2023 low ahead of Thanksgiving
Gas prices have reached a record low for 2023 just as millions of Floridians plan to hit the road for Thanksgiving, according to a new report from AAA. Here's what you need to know about getting ready to travel for the Thanksgiving holiday.
US consumer inflation eased in October, driven by cheaper gas, cars and airfares
Inflation in the United States slowed last month in a sign that the Federal Reserve’s interest rate hikes are continuing to cool the consumer price spikes that have bedeviled consumers for the past two years.
Retirement savings are getting sucked up in a financial vortex: Goldman Sachs
U.S. workers have upped their retirement savings, but competing spending continues to challenge most from reaching their goals, a recent Goldman Sachs Asset Management (GSAM) retirement report said.
Retirement crisis: Great Recession takes its toll on younger Boomers
The Great Recession diminished the retirement savings potential of late Boomers, a study found. And cost adjustments to Social Security could be smaller next year.
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.
Netflix raising prices again in December
Netflix members are getting emails about another price increase that will be implemented before the end of the year.
Gas prices in Florida are the lowest they've been so far this year, but how long will that last?
Florida is getting its holiday gifts a bit early this year in the form of relief at the pump!
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.
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.
Powerball jackpot reaches $1 billion mark after no grand prize winner in Saturday's drawing
The Powerball has once again reached the 1 billion mark with an estimated $1.04 billion jackpot.
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.