Social Security chief Bisignano says program will 'be around for another 90 years'
Social Security Administration Commissioner Frank Bisignano's reassurance comes as trustees project the main trust fund will be depleted in 2032.
Social Security Administration Commissioner Frank Bisignano's reassurance comes as trustees project the main trust fund will be depleted in 2032.
Social Security COLA announcement could come as soon as Wednesday
Social Security recipients across the United States should soon know how much of an increase they will see in their monthly checks next year.
Social Security recipients across the United States should soon know how much of an increase they will see in their monthly checks next year.
Americans cutting back on essentials, new survey says
Paying for basic necessities is putting pressure on household budgets, with findings from Georgetown researchers and Habitat for Humanity highlighting difficulties covering everyday expenses.
Paying for basic necessities is putting pressure on household budgets, with findings from Georgetown researchers and Habitat for Humanity highlighting difficulties covering everyday expenses.
How Atlanta’s everyday costs compare with 5 and 10 years ago
From buying groceries to paying rent and keeping a car on the road, everyday expenses are taking a bigger bite out of household budgets than they did five or 10 years ago.
From buying groceries to paying rent and keeping a car on the road, everyday expenses are taking a bigger bite out of household budgets than they did five or 10 years ago.
IRS launches mobile app for refund tracking and payments as agency targets fraud
The IRS has launched a mobile app that allows taxpayers to track refunds and make payments directly from their phones.
The IRS has launched a mobile app that allows taxpayers to track refunds and make payments directly from their phones.
These are the states with the most unclaimed tax refunds per 100,000 residents
Millions in potential tax refunds are going unclaimed across the U.S. See which states have the most money left on the table, according to new data.
Millions in potential tax refunds are going unclaimed across the U.S. See which states have the most money left on the table, according to new data.
Federal Reserve hikes interest rates - What it means for your wallet and the economy
The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by a quarter-point to a range of 3.75% to 4%, aiming to curb persistent inflation amid solid economic activity.
The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by a quarter-point to a range of 3.75% to 4%, aiming to curb persistent inflation amid solid economic activity.
Americans' average 401(k) balance reaches record high, Fidelity data shows
A new Fidelity Investments report shows that the average 401(k) balance reached a record $155,800 in the second quarter of 2026.
A new Fidelity Investments report shows that the average 401(k) balance reached a record $155,800 in the second quarter of 2026.
Avoiding common college scams this back to school season
As college students return to campus, the Better Business Bureau is outlining common scams used to target students and how to protect yourself from them.
As college students return to campus, the Better Business Bureau is outlining common scams used to target students and how to protect yourself from them.
Most cardholders who asked for lower interest rates got them, survey finds
Fewer credit cardholders asked for lower interest rates or waived fees over the past year, but most people who made those requests were successful, according to LendingTree.
Fewer credit cardholders asked for lower interest rates or waived fees over the past year, but most people who made those requests were successful, according to LendingTree.
How to avoid a Social Security cut? Lawmakers float plans to protect benefits
Lawmakers are floating several plans to prevent a projected Social Security benefit cut beginning in 2032.
Lawmakers are floating several plans to prevent a projected Social Security benefit cut beginning in 2032.
US credit card debt hits $1.26 trillion as delinquencies rise: What you can do
A rise in delinquent credit card payments is “prompting concerns that Americans are falling behind on their debt payments at rates not seen since the Great Recession," the New York Fed says.
A rise in delinquent credit card payments is “prompting concerns that Americans are falling behind on their debt payments at rates not seen since the Great Recession," the New York Fed says.
Student loan defaults reach record highs: See where your state stands
Student loan defaults are reaching record highs across the U.S. as borrowers struggle to make ends meet.
Student loan defaults are reaching record highs across the U.S. as borrowers struggle to make ends meet.
People are willing to go into debt for beauty products, report shows
From premium skincare to high-end hair products, a growing number of consumers report going into debt to maintain their personal care routines.
From premium skincare to high-end hair products, a growing number of consumers report going into debt to maintain their personal care routines.
Here's how much retiring in 2026 could cost you in health care expenses
A new Fidelity Investments analysis finds that health care costs for Americans retiring in 2026 are expected to rise 7.5% from last year.
A new Fidelity Investments analysis finds that health care costs for Americans retiring in 2026 are expected to rise 7.5% from last year.
Atlanta launches PromisePay to help avoid water shut-offs
Atlanta's Department of Watershed Management has launched PromisePay, an online initiative that lets residents and businesses set up flexible payment plans to clear past-due water bills without risking service shut-offs.
Atlanta's Department of Watershed Management has launched PromisePay, an online initiative that lets residents and businesses set up flexible payment plans to clear past-due water bills without risking service shut-offs.
IRS COVID tax refund deadline is approaching: What to know
Millions of taxpayers who may be entitled to refunds or relief from IRS penalties and interest tied to the COVID-19 emergency have days to file claims.
Millions of taxpayers who may be entitled to refunds or relief from IRS penalties and interest tied to the COVID-19 emergency have days to file claims.
These Social Security recipients will receive 2 payments in July
Millions of Social Security beneficiaries will receive two payments in July due to a minor scheduling anomaly. The Social Security Administration is adjusting its distribution dates to ensure recipients receive their money.
Millions of Social Security beneficiaries will receive two payments in July due to a minor scheduling anomaly. The Social Security Administration is adjusting its distribution dates to ensure recipients receive their money.
Rental rankings: Atlanta is 46th for quality, 107th for space
Despite offering less square footage, Atlanta dramatically outpaces other Georgia cities like Macon, Columbus, and Augusta in overall rental market desirability and quality of life metrics.
Despite offering less square footage, Atlanta dramatically outpaces other Georgia cities like Macon, Columbus, and Augusta in overall rental market desirability and quality of life metrics.
Georgia ranked 8th for most expensive summer electricity bills
A ConsumerAffairs study ranks Georgia eighth in the country for the highest summer electricity bills burden.
A ConsumerAffairs study ranks Georgia eighth in the country for the highest summer electricity bills burden.