Back-to-office mandates are pushing some Americans to sell homes at a loss
Back-to-office mandates are pushing many home sellers to close quickly, Redfin reported. This could open up the market to many homebuyers amid low housing availability and high home prices. Here’s what you need to know.
Back-to-office mandates are pushing many home sellers to close quickly, Redfin reported. This could open up the market to many homebuyers amid low housing availability and high home prices. Here’s what you need to know.
Issue that caused deposit delays for some Bank of America customers, resolved, Fed says
Bank of America said account information remained secure and balances would be updated as soon as the deposits were received.
Bank of America said account information remained secure and balances would be updated as soon as the deposits were received.
Report: You would need to earn six figures to afford a median-priced home in the US
The Associated Press reported that home sales continue to decline but prices continue to climb.
The Associated Press reported that home sales continue to decline but prices continue to climb.
Maria Tallchief, America’s 1st prima ballerina, featured on US quarters
Maria Tallchief is the tenth woman to be featured on U.S. quarters are part of the American Women Quarters Program.
Maria Tallchief is the tenth woman to be featured on U.S. quarters are part of the American Women Quarters Program.
'In Her Hands' fund allows financially struggling Black women to dream again
If it weren't for the GRO Fund's "In Her Hands" program, which provides eligible women with about $20,000 over two years, Shamarra Woods says she doesn't know where she'd be today.
If it weren't for the GRO Fund's "In Her Hands" program, which provides eligible women with about $20,000 over two years, Shamarra Woods says she doesn't know where she'd be today.
Fed leaves rates unchanged, open to possible future hike
The Federal Reserve kept its key short-term interest rate unchanged for a second straight time but left the door open to further rate hikes if inflation pressures should accelerate in the months ahea
The Federal Reserve kept its key short-term interest rate unchanged for a second straight time but left the door open to further rate hikes if inflation pressures should accelerate in the months ahea
UPS hiring minimum 60K seasonal employees, more than 7,000 in Georgia
Atlanta-based UPS has announced plans to hire a minimum of 60,000 seasonal employees, with over 600 in-person and virtual events scheduled to take place nationwide, beginning on Nov. 3.
Atlanta-based UPS has announced plans to hire a minimum of 60,000 seasonal employees, with over 600 in-person and virtual events scheduled to take place nationwide, beginning on Nov. 3.
Education Department punishes student loan servicer for error that made 800,000 borrowers delinquent
The U.S. Department of Education said it penalized MOHELA after a billing error led over 800,000 borrowers to miss their payments in October.
The U.S. Department of Education said it penalized MOHELA after a billing error led over 800,000 borrowers to miss their payments in October.
A quarter of student loan borrowers said they'd boycott repayment
25% of Americans said they’ll boycott student loan payments after the pause. But defaulting on student loans can be severe even with Biden’s student loan safety net programs.
25% of Americans said they’ll boycott student loan payments after the pause. But defaulting on student loans can be severe even with Biden’s student loan safety net programs.
GDP surges past expectations in Q3, recession less likely
An uptick in consumer spending helped the U.S. economy grow in the third quarter and increased the odds of a soft landing.
An uptick in consumer spending helped the U.S. economy grow in the third quarter and increased the odds of a soft landing.
Halloween spending will hit a new record but consumers weary of inflation's impact: report
Americans plan to spend a record $12.2 billion on Halloween this year, beating last year's blowout of $10.6 billion, according to a report by the National Retail Federation (NRF).
Americans plan to spend a record $12.2 billion on Halloween this year, beating last year's blowout of $10.6 billion, according to a report by the National Retail Federation (NRF).
Most Americans say their household expenses are outpacing earnings this year, poll finds
As household expenses surpass earnings, many are concerned about their financial futures.
As household expenses surpass earnings, many are concerned about their financial futures.
Fall 2023 top emerging US housing markets revealed
Realtor.com reviewed data for the largest metropolitan areas in the United States to find emerging housing markets that offer a lower cost of living and thriving economies that are not too crowded.
Realtor.com reviewed data for the largest metropolitan areas in the United States to find emerging housing markets that offer a lower cost of living and thriving economies that are not too crowded.
Debt relief scams grow as consumer debt hits record high: BBB
The Better Business Bureau has received over 11,000 complaints and almost 900 negative reviews about debt and credit assistance.
The Better Business Bureau has received over 11,000 complaints and almost 900 negative reviews about debt and credit assistance.
Student loan scammers arise as repayment begins
As student loan repayment begins after a federal pause, scammers are preying on borrowers seeking debt relief. But there are free and legitimate ways to lower your monthly payments or get student loan relief. Here's how.
As student loan repayment begins after a federal pause, scammers are preying on borrowers seeking debt relief. But there are free and legitimate ways to lower your monthly payments or get student loan relief. Here's how.
Colorado business pays $23.5K settlement with 6,500 pounds in coins: reports
A Northern Colorado welder who agreed to settle a lawsuit filed by another welder paid the settlement amount of $23,500 that was agreed upon, in quarters, nickels, dimes and pennies, according to reports.
A Northern Colorado welder who agreed to settle a lawsuit filed by another welder paid the settlement amount of $23,500 that was agreed upon, in quarters, nickels, dimes and pennies, according to reports.
Here's why more Americans are choosing the risky option of driving without insurance: report
Auto insurers are passing on the rising cost of covering claims to their customers and an increasing number are deciding to forgo coverage as a result, a recent report by J.D. Powers said.
Auto insurers are passing on the rising cost of covering claims to their customers and an increasing number are deciding to forgo coverage as a result, a recent report by J.D. Powers said.
National debtors' union erases nearly $10M in debt for Morehouse College students
Morehouse students who held a balance with the institution during the Fall 2022 term, or prior, woke up to a blessing Tuesday. A national debtors' union known as the Debt Collective, erased almost $10 million owed across 2,777 accounts in one swift move.
Morehouse students who held a balance with the institution during the Fall 2022 term, or prior, woke up to a blessing Tuesday. A national debtors' union known as the Debt Collective, erased almost $10 million owed across 2,777 accounts in one swift move.
Adult kids are moving in with parents to save for homes, survey reveals
The rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage now stands at 7.63%.
The rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage now stands at 7.63%.
What is 'coffee badging'? New trend a response to 'return-to-work'
Many employees who miss remote work are taking part in a trend called "coffee badging." So-called coffee badgers come to work, grab a coffee and leave, earning their "badge" for showing up.
Many employees who miss remote work are taking part in a trend called "coffee badging." So-called coffee badgers come to work, grab a coffee and leave, earning their "badge" for showing up.