Is it cheaper to rent or buy a home in 2025?
Whether you’re renting or buying a home in 2025, it’s likely putting an outsized dent in your wallet, depending on where you live.
Where's my refund? How to track your IRS tax return
It’s officially tax season, and Americans can start checking the status of their refunds within 24 hours after an e-filed return is received.
Trump proposes abolishment of federal income tax, bringing US back to 'richest period' in history
President Donald Trump pitched the idea of eliminating the federal income tax entirely to instead tariff and tax foreign nations "to enrich our citizens."
Nearly 2 in 3 Americans say money in their bank accounts not up with inflation, survey says
A new WalletHub survey reveals how Americans feel about their banks in 2025, from inflation concerns to what matters most when choosing an account.
Have you committed financial infidelity? You're not alone
Forty percent of U.S. adults who are in committed relationships admitted to committing some form of financial infidelity against their significant other, according to a recent survey.
2024 tax filing: How to Direct File, 1099-K reportings, and other things to know
Here are key dates and important things to know about this year’s tax filing season.
Egg prices are putting a strain on shoppers, restaurant owners, stores and farmers
Egg prices have shoppers and restaurant owners flabbergasted and thinking about creative ways to work around the un-egg-norable high prices.
97% of retirement-age Americans are in debt, report finds: Here's how much
A new study shows that most retirement-age Americans carry nonmortgage debt, with Texas and Florida metros facing the highest debt levels.
Could you handle a $1,000 emergency expense? Report says most Americans can't
A Bankrate survey reveals most Americans struggle to afford a $1,000 emergency expense, highlighting the financial strain caused by inflation and high interest rates.
Capital One outage disrupts account access nationwide
Frustrated Capital One customers flooded social media Thursday morning with complaints about account access issues.
Who will receive the $1,400 stimulus check? Here's how to check.
Approximately 1 million taxpayers will automatically receive special payments of up to $1,400 from the IRS in the coming weeks. Here’s who will receive the $1,400 stimulus check and how to check if you are one of them.
Medical debt will be removed from credit reports: What this means for Americans
The Biden administration finalized a new rule that will prevent Americans from the harm caused by medical debt, including being coerced by debt collectors to pay bills they do not owe.
Arizona tattoo sparks intense debate; wildfire ravages Los Angeles area | Nightly Roundup
From a tattoo in Arizona that has sparked an intense debate to the latest on a fast-growing wildfire in California, here's a look at some of your top stories.
Medical debt banned from appearing on credit reports in new Biden administration rule
Unpaid medical bills will no longer appear on consumer credit reports, which can result in people being blocked mortgages and car loans. Here's what to know about the newly-announced rule.
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.
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.
Arizona super spenders? The Grand Canyon State ranks 3rd in spending on nonessentials
A new study claims Arizonans spend 48.01% of their average annual income on nonessential items, ranking as the third-highest percentage in the U.S.
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).
Social Security checks increasing for COLA adjustment
The Cost of Living Adjustment is rising in 2025, which will change the amount of money people will receive in their Social Security checks.
Holiday shopping increases in 2024 by nearly 4%
According to Mastercard, retail sales between November 1 and December 24 increased with online sales rising by 6.7% compared to last year.