Texas woman sentenced to 5 years for $49K scam targeting Buford couple
Audrey Michelle Townsend was sentenced to 20 years, with five years in prison, for scamming a Buford couple out of $49,000 through a banking scheme.
Audrey Michelle Townsend was sentenced to 20 years, with five years in prison, for scamming a Buford couple out of $49,000 through a banking scheme.
Cities where Americans are adding the most debt in 2025, according to data
Climbing out of debt can be a tough barrier to overcome, and residents in these cities have seen the size of their debt grow significantly in a short amount of time based on findings in a new study.
Climbing out of debt can be a tough barrier to overcome, and residents in these cities have seen the size of their debt grow significantly in a short amount of time based on findings in a new study.
Trump's tax law will benefit the rich at the cost of the poor, CBO analysis finds
The Congressional Budget Office estimates that the poorest Americans could lose more income annually compared to rich people due to President Donald Trump's tax legislation.
The Congressional Budget Office estimates that the poorest Americans could lose more income annually compared to rich people due to President Donald Trump's tax legislation.
Tax changes will make Social Security go insolvent sooner than previous estimate
Experts have estimated that Social Security benefits will get cut 24% at the time the program goes insolvent in 2034.
Experts have estimated that Social Security benefits will get cut 24% at the time the program goes insolvent in 2034.
These cities have the most debt collection accounts in 2025, study finds
Residents in these areas are facing challenges paying off debt which is resulting in their accounts going to collection agencies. See the list.
Residents in these areas are facing challenges paying off debt which is resulting in their accounts going to collection agencies. See the list.
Paying off credit card debt in these states will take the longest, study finds
Credit card debt can feel overwhelming to tackle but residents in these states are finding it more challenging to pay it off quicker than others.
Credit card debt can feel overwhelming to tackle but residents in these states are finding it more challenging to pay it off quicker than others.
Trump reportedly plans order to open 401(k)s to private markets: What it means for your retirement
Financial firms already developing new investment products in anticipation of the executive order.
Financial firms already developing new investment products in anticipation of the executive order.
1 in 4 credit card debtors believes they will never be free of debt
A new survey finds 23% of credit card debtors believe they’ll never be debt-free, with most citing emergency expenses and everyday costs as the main cause.
A new survey finds 23% of credit card debtors believe they’ll never be debt-free, with most citing emergency expenses and everyday costs as the main cause.
Here's how many Americans have a side hustle -- and what they're doing
Taking on a second job for extra cash is a way of life for many, and these industries are the ones people are choosing based on a new study.
Taking on a second job for extra cash is a way of life for many, and these industries are the ones people are choosing based on a new study.
These cities have the highest credit card delinquencies in the U.S., study shows
Late credit card payments impact Americans in some capacity, but these areas are dealing with higher rates of delinquency based on data in a recent study.
Late credit card payments impact Americans in some capacity, but these areas are dealing with higher rates of delinquency based on data in a recent study.
Buy now, pay later loans affecting credit scores: What to know
FICO will now include buy now, pay later data into credit scores. Here’s what you need to know.
FICO will now include buy now, pay later data into credit scores. Here’s what you need to know.
Buy now, pay later loans will now impact Americans' credit scores
FICO said that it is going to incorporate buy now, pay later (BNPL) data into credit scores as the payment method surges in popularity.
FICO said that it is going to incorporate buy now, pay later (BNPL) data into credit scores as the payment method surges in popularity.
How much money you need to retire in your state – without Social Security
With Social Security's future uncertain, the amount of money to retire comfortably varies substantially by state. Here’s where your area ranks.
With Social Security's future uncertain, the amount of money to retire comfortably varies substantially by state. Here’s where your area ranks.
Georgia ranks among top 20 most expensive states for singles
Georgia ranks among the top 20 most expensive states for single adults, requiring an annual salary of $99,590 to live comfortably, according to a new SmartAsset study.
Georgia ranks among the top 20 most expensive states for single adults, requiring an annual salary of $99,590 to live comfortably, according to a new SmartAsset study.
Most Americans losing sleep over money stress, study finds
A new study reveals that economic pressures are taking a significant toll on Americans' mental and emotional well-being.
A new study reveals that economic pressures are taking a significant toll on Americans' mental and emotional well-being.
Barstool's Dave Portnoy offers investing advice, but reveals one big caveat
El Presidente dishes on his investment strategy.
El Presidente dishes on his investment strategy.
More Americans are 'not confident' that Social Security will be available, poll finds
More Americans, particularly Democrats, say they aren’t confident that Social Security will be available to them in the future, according to a new poll.
More Americans, particularly Democrats, say they aren’t confident that Social Security will be available to them in the future, according to a new poll.
Cash stuffing explained: Why envelope budgeting is making a comeback
Cash stuffing — a budgeting strategy using cash and envelopes — is surging in popularity in 2025. Here’s how it works, why it’s catching on again, and what to know before trying it.
Cash stuffing — a budgeting strategy using cash and envelopes — is surging in popularity in 2025. Here’s how it works, why it’s catching on again, and what to know before trying it.
Here’s how much you could save in your state by ditching pricey coffee runs
Skipping your daily coffee run could save you thousands of dollars, according to a new study.
Skipping your daily coffee run could save you thousands of dollars, according to a new study.
What's driving Americans' record-high credit card debt? Annual survey reveals answers
Industry analysts warn that carrying a credit card balance is a slippery slope.
Industry analysts warn that carrying a credit card balance is a slippery slope.