US economy added 256K jobs in December, well above expectations
The unemployment rate came in at 4.1%, slightly lower than economists' expectations.
The unemployment rate came in at 4.1%, slightly lower than economists' expectations.
2024 tax season: When to file, 1099-K reporting other things to know
Here are key dates and important things to know about this year’s tax filing season.
Here are key dates and important things to know about this year’s tax filing season.
Social Security Fairness Act signed: What to know
President Biden signed Sunday a bill that boosts Social Security for some. Here’s what to know.
President Biden signed Sunday a bill that boosts Social Security for some. Here’s what to know.
IRS increases 401(k), other 2025 retirement plan contribution limits
The IRS released its updated contribution limits and adjustments to eligibility thresholds for 401(k) plans, IRAs and other retirement plans to account for inflation.
The IRS released its updated contribution limits and adjustments to eligibility thresholds for 401(k) plans, IRAs and other retirement plans to account for inflation.
These states are boosting minimum wage in 2025—is yours on the list?
Starting January 1, 2025, nearly half of U.S. states will implement minimum wage increases, benefiting an estimated 9.2 million workers.
Starting January 1, 2025, nearly half of U.S. states will implement minimum wage increases, benefiting an estimated 9.2 million workers.
Chinese hackers breach US Treasury workstations: Key details to know
Chinese state-sponsored hackers infiltrated the U.S. Treasury Department by exploiting a vulnerability in third-party software provider BeyondTrust, granting them remote access to several workstations and unclassified documents.
Chinese state-sponsored hackers infiltrated the U.S. Treasury Department by exploiting a vulnerability in third-party software provider BeyondTrust, granting them remote access to several workstations and unclassified documents.
Chinese-affiliated hacker breaks into Treasury Department system in 'major incident'
An actor affiliated with the Chinese government recently hacked the U.S. Treasury Department in a "major incident," officials announced on Monday.
An actor affiliated with the Chinese government recently hacked the U.S. Treasury Department in a "major incident," officials announced on Monday.
Social Security January payment schedule: Here’s when beneficiaries will get their checks
Here is the January Social Security payment schedule for retirement, disability, and survivor beneficiaries, as well as those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
Here is the January Social Security payment schedule for retirement, disability, and survivor beneficiaries, as well as those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
Mom charges family for Christmas dinner and more: 'It's so expensive'
A mother said she's hosting Christmas dinner once again this year – and this time she's charging her family to attend.
A mother said she's hosting Christmas dinner once again this year – and this time she's charging her family to attend.
Georgia tax credit offers lifeline to teens aging out of foster care
As the holiday season approaches, there's an opportunity for your state tax dollars to become a meaningful gift for foster teens preparing to age out of the system. Here's how it works.
As the holiday season approaches, there's an opportunity for your state tax dollars to become a meaningful gift for foster teens preparing to age out of the system. Here's how it works.
Crypto markets surge after Trump's election victory
Bitcoin topped $100,000 for the first time earlier this month.
Bitcoin topped $100,000 for the first time earlier this month.
2021 Recovery Rebate Credit: What it is and who qualifies
Approximately 1 million taxpayers will receive unclaimed rebate payments from the IRS in the coming weeks.
Approximately 1 million taxpayers will receive unclaimed rebate payments from the IRS in the coming weeks.
Group behind viral 'Hawk Tuah' star's meme coin hit with lawsuit over crash
The $HAWK coin reached a $490M market cap on the day it launched, only to tank 95% within minutes to below $100M.
The $HAWK coin reached a $490M market cap on the day it launched, only to tank 95% within minutes to below $100M.
Mega Millions jackpot nears $1 billion for Christmas Eve drawing
The seventh-largest Mega Millions jackpot in history is up for grabs in the next drawing.
The seventh-largest Mega Millions jackpot in history is up for grabs in the next drawing.
Secret Santa drama after family sets $250 minimum
Secret Santa is supposed to be a fun holiday tradition, but one woman’s family twist has turned the Christmas spirit into a spending competition.
Secret Santa is supposed to be a fun holiday tradition, but one woman’s family twist has turned the Christmas spirit into a spending competition.
Social Security's full retirement age is increasing in 2025: What to know
The full retirement age for Social Security is set to increase in 2025. Here's what to know.
The full retirement age for Social Security is set to increase in 2025. Here's what to know.
Data reveals what's more expensive now than 1990 – and what's cheaper
New data from the U.S. Treasury reveals which goods and services have become significantly more expensive — and which ones are cheaper — compared to 1990.
New data from the U.S. Treasury reveals which goods and services have become significantly more expensive — and which ones are cheaper — compared to 1990.
Here are the 10 best and worst times to buy a used car
If you’re in the market for a car these are the times of the year to find quality bargains. See the list.
If you’re in the market for a car these are the times of the year to find quality bargains. See the list.
Fed cuts key interest rate by a quarter-point: What does it mean for you?
The Fed announced Wednesday a quarter-point cut to its benchmark rate, from about 4.6% to roughly 4.3%.
The Fed announced Wednesday a quarter-point cut to its benchmark rate, from about 4.6% to roughly 4.3%.
Trump's proposed tariffs: what consumer products could be impacted?
President-elect Trump campaigned on using tariffs as a tool to secure more favorable international trade terms and bring in tax revenue, but they could impact the prices paid by consumers for imported products.
President-elect Trump campaigned on using tariffs as a tool to secure more favorable international trade terms and bring in tax revenue, but they could impact the prices paid by consumers for imported products.