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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Hyundai, Kia recall over 208,000 EVs; could suffer loss of power

The recalls cover Hyundai and Genesis vehicles including the 2022 through 2024 Ioniq 5, the 2023 through 2025 Ioniq 6, GV60 and GV70, and the 2023 and 2024 G80.

41% of Black Friday items offer no savings, report finds -- here are the best and worst product categories

After Thanksgiving, shoppers will flood stores looking for the best deals available, but a new survey takes a closer look at if these bargains really offer you the most for your money.

Ground beef recalled due to possible E. Coli contamination

More than 165,000 pounds of ground beef products that were shipped nationwide have been recalled due to possible E. Coli contamination.

BJ's Wholesale to hike membership fees for first time in 7 years

The cost of a BJ’s Wholesale Club membership will get pricier in January, when the company plans to raise its standard and Club+ memberships.