Tackling credit card debt
Americans owe a record $1.2 trillion in credit card debt. One of the biggest issues is the balance that carries over and grows each month.
Americans owe a record $1.2 trillion in credit card debt. One of the biggest issues is the balance that carries over and grows each month.
College Savings: What parents and students should know
According to a recent study, saving for college is a priority now more than ever. A 529 plan offers a flexible, tax-advantage way to save and pay for educational expenses.
According to a recent study, saving for college is a priority now more than ever. A 529 plan offers a flexible, tax-advantage way to save and pay for educational expenses.
Social Security: 3 changes to look out for in 2025, according to experts
The Social Security COLA increase in 2025 is likely to be smaller than in 2024, according to estimates. Here are some potential changes Americans should take into account.
The Social Security COLA increase in 2025 is likely to be smaller than in 2024, according to estimates. Here are some potential changes Americans should take into account.
Maryland city will pay you $20,000 to move there
A city in Maryland is offering a $20,000 incentive to get new residents to move there.
A city in Maryland is offering a $20,000 incentive to get new residents to move there.
Here's how much money you need to feel 'rich' in 2024
Fewer than one in five Americans surveyed said they are currently on top of their finances.
Fewer than one in five Americans surveyed said they are currently on top of their finances.
Biden asks Supreme Court to lift block on student loan repayment plan
The Biden Administration has turned to the Supreme Court to help lift a block on the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan.
The Biden Administration has turned to the Supreme Court to help lift a block on the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan.
US inflation slowed again in July, clearing the way for the Fed to begin cutting rates
Year-over-year inflation reached its lowest level in more than three years in July, the latest sign that the worst price spike in four decades is fading and setting up the Federal Reserve for an interest rate cut in September.
Year-over-year inflation reached its lowest level in more than three years in July, the latest sign that the worst price spike in four decades is fading and setting up the Federal Reserve for an interest rate cut in September.
4 ways to make money now
Candy Valentino, author of "The 9% Edge," talks about lessons from her new book that can help you make money quickly.
Candy Valentino, author of "The 9% Edge," talks about lessons from her new book that can help you make money quickly.
Americans owe record $1.3 trillion in credit card debt
Credit card debt has reached record levels in the U.S., a troubling sign that consumers are increasingly relying on credit cards to cover everyday costs.
Credit card debt has reached record levels in the U.S., a troubling sign that consumers are increasingly relying on credit cards to cover everyday costs.
Top US cities where Americans are adding the most debt
Americans are increasingly turning to their credit cards to cover expenses nationwide. However, some U.S. cities are accumulating new debt at a faster pace than others, according to a new report.
Americans are increasingly turning to their credit cards to cover expenses nationwide. However, some U.S. cities are accumulating new debt at a faster pace than others, according to a new report.
Mortgage rates drop to new low as Fed grows closer to slashing interest rates: Freddie Mac
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 6.73% for the week ending Aug. 1, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 6.73% for the week ending Aug. 1, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
All eyes on Wall Street after tough stock market dip
Investors will be keeping a close eye on the stock market this morning after some big drops in recent days. The Dow Jones, Nasdaq and S&P 500 have lost a combined 1,600 points in the last two days of trading.
Investors will be keeping a close eye on the stock market this morning after some big drops in recent days. The Dow Jones, Nasdaq and S&P 500 have lost a combined 1,600 points in the last two days of trading.
How high housing costs are impacting families
High housing costs are making it hard for many Americans to make ends meet, and monthly rents are rising faster than wages, according to the newest housing study from Harvard University.
High housing costs are making it hard for many Americans to make ends meet, and monthly rents are rising faster than wages, according to the newest housing study from Harvard University.
Money spending habits to cut out of your life immediately
Finance expert Pattie Ehsaei breaks down dangerous spending habits that you need to stop doing as soon as possible.
Finance expert Pattie Ehsaei breaks down dangerous spending habits that you need to stop doing as soon as possible.
Study: Americans must make over $1 million per year to be in the top 1% in these states
What does it take to be among the top 1% in America? The answer depends on what U.S. state you call home, according to a new study.
What does it take to be among the top 1% in America? The answer depends on what U.S. state you call home, according to a new study.
New Fed data shows spike in missed car payments: What it means for you
Some new data from the Federal Reserve Bank shows that the number of people missing their car payments is on the rise.
Some new data from the Federal Reserve Bank shows that the number of people missing their car payments is on the rise.
New Fed data shows spike in missed car payments
Some new data from the Federal Reserve Bank shows that the number of people missing their car payments is on the rise.
Some new data from the Federal Reserve Bank shows that the number of people missing their car payments is on the rise.
More than 1 in 3 US households have financial insecurity, survey says
The number of American households that are feeling the strain when it comes to paying for necessities such as food and bills, saw a 6.7% increase in 2024 compared to the same period in 2022.
The number of American households that are feeling the strain when it comes to paying for necessities such as food and bills, saw a 6.7% increase in 2024 compared to the same period in 2022.
AARP releases annual list of ways to save money
Many seniors are on a tight budget, so it's important to look for ways to save on everything from home repairs to clothing. The AARP has released their new list of ways to save.
Many seniors are on a tight budget, so it's important to look for ways to save on everything from home repairs to clothing. The AARP has released their new list of ways to save.
Here's how much money Americans have to make to feel rich, according to survey
A new survey reveals that few Americans are making the kind of money they feel they need to live comfortably or be considered rich.
A new survey reveals that few Americans are making the kind of money they feel they need to live comfortably or be considered rich.