TikTok trend called 'Girl Math' is the same math we all use to justify overspending
There’s a social media trend out there called "Girl Math." As most trends it started likely as fun; it went viral, and now there’s concern it’s telling young women that it’s cool to manage your budget this way.
There’s a social media trend out there called "Girl Math." As most trends it started likely as fun; it went viral, and now there’s concern it’s telling young women that it’s cool to manage your budget this way.
Mortgage rates reach highest level in over 20 years
Rates for a 30-year fixed mortgage now average 7.09%, the highest since 2002, putting further pressure on the cooling housing market amid high prices.
Rates for a 30-year fixed mortgage now average 7.09%, the highest since 2002, putting further pressure on the cooling housing market amid high prices.
Toddler Towers recalled due to ‘fall and injury hazards to young children'
Simplay3 has received 16 reports of the Toddler Towers tipping over while in use, including 10 reports of injuries.
Simplay3 has received 16 reports of the Toddler Towers tipping over while in use, including 10 reports of injuries.
Walmart's hot sellers amid inflation? Hand mixers, kitchen tools as people prepare meals at home
Walmart is reporting strong second-quarter sales results as the retailer’s low-price model continues to attract budget-conscious consumers in a tough economic environment.
Walmart is reporting strong second-quarter sales results as the retailer’s low-price model continues to attract budget-conscious consumers in a tough economic environment.
Real estate brokerage giant predicts 'tough' market for remainder of 2023
Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman said the real estate market is at a 'standstill.'
Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman said the real estate market is at a 'standstill.'
Homebuilder sentiment plummets as mortgage rates surge again
Builder confidence unexpectedly dropped for first time this year.
Builder confidence unexpectedly dropped for first time this year.
Walmart, Exxon Mobil team up for gasoline deal
The gas discount deal is effective now through Sept. 15, and gives Walmart+ members a 20-cent discount for each gallon of gas.
The gas discount deal is effective now through Sept. 15, and gives Walmart+ members a 20-cent discount for each gallon of gas.
Luxury watch market demand boosted by younger generation of buyers
Luxury watch sales are a $75B market.
Luxury watch sales are a $75B market.
Used cars priced below $20,000 called a unicorn
New vehicle prices are going down, but that’s still not enough for people who prefer a more budgeted and sometimes more practical used car or truck. But the used car market isn't as budget-friendly as it used to be. ISEECARS, a vehicle news and shopping search site, studied nearly 11 million vehicles over four years, and that research is distilled down to this headline: "Used Cars Priced Under $20K Are Vanishing."
New vehicle prices are going down, but that’s still not enough for people who prefer a more budgeted and sometimes more practical used car or truck. But the used car market isn't as budget-friendly as it used to be. ISEECARS, a vehicle news and shopping search site, studied nearly 11 million vehicles over four years, and that research is distilled down to this headline: "Used Cars Priced Under $20K Are Vanishing."
Shopper shocked by nearly $2,800 grocery bill: ‘Panic mode’
An Ohio woman was shocked when what was meant to be a routine order for a few hundred dollars of groceries from Kroger turned into a nearly $2,800 bill.
An Ohio woman was shocked when what was meant to be a routine order for a few hundred dollars of groceries from Kroger turned into a nearly $2,800 bill.
Nestlé recalls cookie dough for possibly containing wood fragments
So far, no injuries or illnesses have been reported as a result of the contamination.
So far, no injuries or illnesses have been reported as a result of the contamination.
Instacart now accepting SNAP benefits online in all 50 states
More than 42 million people – over 12% of the population – receive SNAP benefits.
More than 42 million people – over 12% of the population – receive SNAP benefits.
About 2.2. million candles sold by Target are recalled
Lit candles under the recall have cracked or broken at least 19 times, the CPSC said.
Lit candles under the recall have cracked or broken at least 19 times, the CPSC said.
Ice cream recalled in nearly 20 states for Listeria contamination
A possible Listeria contamination has prompted a recall of Real Kosher Ice Cream's Soft Serve On The Go cups. Two people have experienced an illness that led to hospitalization.
A possible Listeria contamination has prompted a recall of Real Kosher Ice Cream's Soft Serve On The Go cups. Two people have experienced an illness that led to hospitalization.
These four US cities face the biggest housing shortages
The U.S. housing shortage is worse in several cities that have experienced a booming labor market, strong population growth, and low housing inventory.
The U.S. housing shortage is worse in several cities that have experienced a booming labor market, strong population growth, and low housing inventory.
Disney enters sports betting business with $2B ESPN Bet deal
Disney-owned ESPN has licensed its brand for use in a sports betting app, striking a deal in which it will receive $1.5 billion and other considerations from Penn Entertainment.
Disney-owned ESPN has licensed its brand for use in a sports betting app, striking a deal in which it will receive $1.5 billion and other considerations from Penn Entertainment.
Anheuser-Busch selling Shock Top, Breckinridge to cannabis company Tilray
The Bud Light owner sold off a total of eight brands to Tilray
The Bud Light owner sold off a total of eight brands to Tilray
Taco Bell giving away free tacos to celebrate trademark ‘Taco Tuesday’ ending
The twist? The fast-food giant will help pay for your free tacos — even if it’s not at Taco Bell.
The twist? The fast-food giant will help pay for your free tacos — even if it’s not at Taco Bell.
Which age group tips the worst? Survey reveals tipping frustrations
Most of us are just tired of tipping our servers and stylists, according to a new survey by Bankrate that found 66 percent of Americans take issue with the tipping culture in this country.
Most of us are just tired of tipping our servers and stylists, according to a new survey by Bankrate that found 66 percent of Americans take issue with the tipping culture in this country.
Scammers are getting smarter: Here's how to protect yourself
The most recent Federal Trade Commission data from 2022 shows that reported consumer losses to fraud totaled $8.8 billion. That's a 30 percent increase from 2021.
The most recent Federal Trade Commission data from 2022 shows that reported consumer losses to fraud totaled $8.8 billion. That's a 30 percent increase from 2021.