Record number of Americans moving to disaster prone areas

Despite recent natural disasters, places known for climate risk are becoming popular destinations for homeowners.

Credit card balances grow $48 billion in the third quarter: NY Fed

Credit card balances spiked by $154 billion year over year, notching the most significant increase since 1999, according to the New York Fed.

Where are mortgage rates headed amid easing inflation? Experts weigh in

Tuesday’s new report from the Labor Department showed that prices either fell or rose more slowly across a broad range of goods including housing.

US consumer inflation eased in October, driven by cheaper gas, cars and airfares

Inflation in the United States slowed last month in a sign that the Federal Reserve’s interest rate hikes are continuing to cool the consumer price spikes that have bedeviled consumers for the past two years.

Homebuying to remain slow through 2023: agent survey

High mortgage rates and home prices may keep homebuyers on the sidelines through 2023, a survey found. But you can still find the best mortgage rate by comparing your options.

Alarming number of Americans fall deeper into credit card debt each month: survey

Americans owe more than $5,000 in credit card debt on average and in times of high inflation and rising interest rates, they are relying on credit cards more than ever before. But there are ways to pay off debt quickly.

Retirement savings are getting sucked up in a financial vortex: Goldman Sachs

U.S. workers have upped their retirement savings, but competing spending continues to challenge most from reaching their goals, a recent Goldman Sachs Asset Management (GSAM) retirement report said.

Gas prices’ steady decline might gain momentum as holidays approach: AAA

Nationwide gas prices continue to fall as demand likely remains flat. The steady decline could accelerate following recent drops in the price of oil, according to AAA.

IRS sets new tax brackets, standard deduction for 2024

The IRS makes such adjustments annually, but in times of inflation, the increases are more significant and impactful for taxpayers.

Georgia state representative says laws unfairly favor home squatters

A house squatter versus the homeowner: It was a dramatic scene caught on camera by the Fox 5 I-Team. It highlights how police and the court system are struggling to be on the side of legitimate homeowners - people whose houses are overrun by intruders.  

Retirement crisis: Great Recession takes its toll on younger Boomers

The Great Recession diminished the retirement savings potential of late Boomers, a study found. And cost adjustments to Social Security could be smaller next year.

Auto loans much more expensive for drivers with bad credit: report

Borrowers are spending more to finance car purchases across the board, but poor credit ratings can drive the cost up by up to $12,000, a recent report by Jerry said.

Rare Titanic first-class menu from ill-fated voyage heads to auction

This historic menu, which dates back to the ill-fated ship's voyage from Queenstown to New York, features dishes like spring lamb and "squab à la godard."

Gas tax suspended again in the state of Georgia by Gov. Kemp

Gov. Brian Kemp has announced that he has issued an executive order extending the State of Emergency due to ongoing high prices and uncertain economic conditions caused by failed policies coming out of Washington, D.C.

App allows metro Atlanta students to cash in on good grades

There's a program out there paying students for their hard work at school. The incentive may sound too good to be true, but FOX 5 Atlanta met a student who says he and his friends have been cashing in $50, sometimes even $60 at a time.

Target makes low-cost Thanksgiving meal an option for customers

The Target deal consists of ingredients commonly used for Thanksgiving meals that cost under $25 total. It comes after Walmart and Aldi similarly lowered prices on holiday meals.