Mortgage demand jumps as rates drop
Home purchase activity saw a surge last week after long-term mortgage rates fell for the first time in two months.
Home purchase activity saw a surge last week after long-term mortgage rates fell for the first time in two months.
Metro Atlanta shoppers line up for Black Friday bargain hunting
Hundreds of shoppers across metro Atlanta braved the cold to line up for hours in their hunt for great Black Friday deals.
Hundreds of shoppers across metro Atlanta braved the cold to line up for hours in their hunt for great Black Friday deals.
Travel scams enhanced with A.I. on the rise this holiday season
A cybersecurity expert says scammers are using A.I. to create realistic-looking texts, emails and even websites.
A cybersecurity expert says scammers are using A.I. to create realistic-looking texts, emails and even websites.
Avocados, tequila could be targets of Trump's tariffs
Trump's proposed 25% tariffs on Mexico could raise prices on avocados, tequila, and more, impacting both U.S. consumers and Mexican producers.
Trump's proposed 25% tariffs on Mexico could raise prices on avocados, tequila, and more, impacting both U.S. consumers and Mexican producers.
When do major stores open on Black Friday?
Walmart, Best Buy and others are due to kickstart holiday shopping with Black Friday deals.
Walmart, Best Buy and others are due to kickstart holiday shopping with Black Friday deals.
Here's how much shoppers say they plan to spend on holiday gifts this year
Consumers eager to get an early start on their holiday shopping are willing to spare no expense on gifts, according to a new poll.
Consumers eager to get an early start on their holiday shopping are willing to spare no expense on gifts, according to a new poll.
Merit Aid Grids directs students to untapped college scholarships nationwide
A new, free service called Merit Aid Grids can help show graduating students merit scholarship money they might not know is out there.
A new, free service called Merit Aid Grids can help show graduating students merit scholarship money they might not know is out there.
Subway ends its $6.99 meal deal in restaurants early: Here’s what to know
The $6.99 Meal Deal was one of many value offerings rolled out by fast-food restaurants seeking to lure in cost-conscious customers.
The $6.99 Meal Deal was one of many value offerings rolled out by fast-food restaurants seeking to lure in cost-conscious customers.
Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae backing bigger home loans in 2025
The loan amount limits for mortgages backed by Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae will rise by 5.2% next year to over $800,000, the Federal Housing Finance Agency announced.
The loan amount limits for mortgages backed by Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae will rise by 5.2% next year to over $800,000, the Federal Housing Finance Agency announced.
McDonald's gets into gift-giving with limited-time 2-toy Happy Meal
McDonald's will sell the Pet Simulator Happy Meals until mid-December.
McDonald's will sell the Pet Simulator Happy Meals until mid-December.
Buyer beware: 5 tricks online retailers use to get you to buy more
Online shoppers should pay attention to common tactics retailers and advertisers use to get you to buy more.
Online shoppers should pay attention to common tactics retailers and advertisers use to get you to buy more.
Food recalls ahead of Thanksgiving: 3 you should know about
The FDA and USDA announced three recent recalls on food items that have been potentially contaminated with E. coli and listeria as Thanksgiving approaches.
The FDA and USDA announced three recent recalls on food items that have been potentially contaminated with E. coli and listeria as Thanksgiving approaches.
Forget about shopping on Black Friday: This retailer wants you to go outside
This company is shutting down its nearly 200 retail locations, distribution centers and website on Black Friday.
This company is shutting down its nearly 200 retail locations, distribution centers and website on Black Friday.
Here's what the housing market will look like in 2025
Mortgage rates will play a big role in shaping next year's housing market, according to a new report.
Mortgage rates will play a big role in shaping next year's housing market, according to a new report.
FTC order $1.9M returned to consumers over rental ad scheme
The Federal Trade Commission says the company impersonated property owners and then slyly enrolled customers in programs that they didn't agree to.
The Federal Trade Commission says the company impersonated property owners and then slyly enrolled customers in programs that they didn't agree to.
Tortilla strips in 22 states recalled over undeclared allergen: FDA
Fresh Gourmet Tortilla Strips Santa Fe Style have been recalled for an undeclared allergen in the package. Here's what to know.
Fresh Gourmet Tortilla Strips Santa Fe Style have been recalled for an undeclared allergen in the package. Here's what to know.
Georgia woman suing carrot company after reported E. coli infection
The Savannah mother of three says she was hospitalized for days after eating carrots connected to a nationwide recall due to E. coli contamination.
The Savannah mother of three says she was hospitalized for days after eating carrots connected to a nationwide recall due to E. coli contamination.
Ground beef recalled after 19 sickened in Minnesota
At least 19 Minnesotans fell ill from E. coli linked to a national recall of over 167,000 pounds of ground beef. Restaurants across Minnesota were affected, and four cases required hospitalization.
At least 19 Minnesotans fell ill from E. coli linked to a national recall of over 167,000 pounds of ground beef. Restaurants across Minnesota were affected, and four cases required hospitalization.
A year-end budget check-in gets you ready for 2025
If you're getting ready to make a list and check it twice, don't forget one more list: your year-end financial "to-do" list.
If you're getting ready to make a list and check it twice, don't forget one more list: your year-end financial "to-do" list.
Walmart warns of higher prices if Trump implements proposed tariffs
The National Retail Federation projected that potential tariffs could cost American consumers between $46 billion and $78 billion in annual spending power.
The National Retail Federation projected that potential tariffs could cost American consumers between $46 billion and $78 billion in annual spending power.