Here's how high interest rates can help build your savings
The Federal Reserve's efforts to lower inflation have pushed interest rates to an all-time high, which means consumers pay more to borrow but could be earning more on savings, a recent survey by Santander said.
The Federal Reserve's efforts to lower inflation have pushed interest rates to an all-time high, which means consumers pay more to borrow but could be earning more on savings, a recent survey by Santander said.
Which states spend the most money on lottery tickets?
Data collected by LendingTree shows almost all states, with the exception of New York, saw an increase in lottery sales between 2020 and 2021.
Data collected by LendingTree shows almost all states, with the exception of New York, saw an increase in lottery sales between 2020 and 2021.
Americans need extra $11K to afford same standard of living in 2021, Republican analysis finds
A new analysis has revealed how much more money Americans need now to meet the cost of living standards seen in 2021– prior to a rise in inflation.
A new analysis has revealed how much more money Americans need now to meet the cost of living standards seen in 2021– prior to a rise in inflation.
Social Security: COLA increasing but Medicare costs rising too in 2024
Social Security checks are increasing next year thanks to the annual cost of living adjustments (COLA). However, the standard monthly cost of Medicare Part B will increase by $9.80, or 6%, to $174.70 in 2024, according to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
Social Security checks are increasing next year thanks to the annual cost of living adjustments (COLA). However, the standard monthly cost of Medicare Part B will increase by $9.80, or 6%, to $174.70 in 2024, according to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
Bitcoin price surpasses $41,000, 1st time since April 2022
Bitcoin is once again having a moment. On Monday, the world’s largest cryptocurrency soared past $41,000 for the first time in over a year and a half — and marking a 150% rise so far this year.
Bitcoin is once again having a moment. On Monday, the world’s largest cryptocurrency soared past $41,000 for the first time in over a year and a half — and marking a 150% rise so far this year.
IRS move could carry hefty cost for some taxpayers
The IRS is raising the interest penalty for underpayment of estimated taxes, with taxpayers who are self-employed or work as independent contractors urged to be vigilant.
The IRS is raising the interest penalty for underpayment of estimated taxes, with taxpayers who are self-employed or work as independent contractors urged to be vigilant.
US housing market has 'big hole' to dig out of, economist says
New home construction is a 'multiyear problem,' according to Realtor.com chief economist Danielle Hale.
New home construction is a 'multiyear problem,' according to Realtor.com chief economist Danielle Hale.
Gas prices’ downward trend continues – for now: AAA
Nationwide gas prices continue to fall. Lower gas demand has been a main contributor in limiting pump price increases amid rising oil prices, according to AAA.
Nationwide gas prices continue to fall. Lower gas demand has been a main contributor in limiting pump price increases amid rising oil prices, according to AAA.
Homeowners could save tens of thousands in damages by using smart devices
Homeowners may miss out on significant insurance discounts by overlooking the benefits of smart home devices, according to a Nationwide study.
Homeowners may miss out on significant insurance discounts by overlooking the benefits of smart home devices, according to a Nationwide study.
Here's the age when Christmas becomes more about giving than receiving, according to survey
What’s the "peak age" for receiving Christmas gifts? While the holidays aren’t all about presents, a recent survey assessed how much we give and receive throughout our lives.
What’s the "peak age" for receiving Christmas gifts? While the holidays aren’t all about presents, a recent survey assessed how much we give and receive throughout our lives.
US third quarter GDP estimate revised upwards on second reading
Real GDP increased at an annual rate of 5.2% for the July-through-September period after rising 2.1% in the second quarter this year, according to the BEA's second estimate released Thursday.
Real GDP increased at an annual rate of 5.2% for the July-through-September period after rising 2.1% in the second quarter this year, according to the BEA's second estimate released Thursday.
You could receive a 3rd paycheck this December if you’re paid bi-weekly
See what months you could receive a third paycheck in 2024 and 2025.
See what months you could receive a third paycheck in 2024 and 2025.
Why SSI beneficiaries will receive two payments in December
Here’s when claimants can expect to receive their payments starting next month.
Here’s when claimants can expect to receive their payments starting next month.
Buying gifts online? BBB warns of new 'discreet shipping' fees scam
The season of buying online and having packages shipped to your home is in full swing. But scammers are also looking to get your money, the Better Business Bureau warned.
The season of buying online and having packages shipped to your home is in full swing. But scammers are also looking to get your money, the Better Business Bureau warned.
US ill-prepared to house growing number of older people, study says
Over the next decade, the U.S. population over the age of 75 will increase by 45%, growing from 17 million to nearly 25 million.
Over the next decade, the U.S. population over the age of 75 will increase by 45%, growing from 17 million to nearly 25 million.
Working mom's tearful confession on family living paycheck to paycheck goes viral: 'I don't know what to do'
Pennsylvania mom and registered nurse Mackenzie Moan's viral TikTok about her family's financial struggles has led others to raise their voices about the high cost of living.
Pennsylvania mom and registered nurse Mackenzie Moan's viral TikTok about her family's financial struggles has led others to raise their voices about the high cost of living.
Student loan payments render the holidays unaffordable for many: survey
Student loan repayments will make the season unaffordable for many Gen Z and millennials this year, according to a recent Credit Karma survey.
Student loan repayments will make the season unaffordable for many Gen Z and millennials this year, according to a recent Credit Karma survey.
Difficult housing market forces divorced couples to live together: 'Feels like the impossible'
The difficulty of finding another home has also dissuaded some couples from actually filing and making the divorce official.
The difficulty of finding another home has also dissuaded some couples from actually filing and making the divorce official.
Home prices continued ascent in September despite soaring mortgage rates: Case-Shiller
Nationwide, home prices rose by 0.3% in September and now stand 3.9% above their year-ago level, according to the latest S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Indices report.
Nationwide, home prices rose by 0.3% in September and now stand 3.9% above their year-ago level, according to the latest S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Indices report.
Consumers plan to increase spending this holiday season: survey
Shoppers across all income levels plan to spend more this year for the holiday, a recent Deloitte survey said.
Shoppers across all income levels plan to spend more this year for the holiday, a recent Deloitte survey said.