Here's how much debt the average consumer has, and where it's the worst
Researchers analyzed credit reports in the 100 largest U.S. metropolitan areas to show where consumers have the highest balances.
Researchers analyzed credit reports in the 100 largest U.S. metropolitan areas to show where consumers have the highest balances.
Cook County homeowners in these 15 suburbs will pay more in property taxes: treasurer
A recent analysis from the Cook County Treasurer's Office revealed that property taxes for some homeowners in the south and southwest suburbs will significantly increase.
A recent analysis from the Cook County Treasurer's Office revealed that property taxes for some homeowners in the south and southwest suburbs will significantly increase.
Fathers earned 31% more in annual wages than mothers in 2023, study finds
A recent study shows that in 2023, fathers earned 31% more than mothers, underscoring the persistent "motherhood penalty" in the workforce.
A recent study shows that in 2023, fathers earned 31% more than mothers, underscoring the persistent "motherhood penalty" in the workforce.
How recent grads can maximize their earnings
Personal finance expert and owner of SIS Financial Group Hagen Pruemm shares a few tips for recent graduates looking to maximize their income.
Personal finance expert and owner of SIS Financial Group Hagen Pruemm shares a few tips for recent graduates looking to maximize their income.
These US cities have the biggest inflation problems, study finds
High inflation continues to impact the economy, and these cities are feeling it the most.
High inflation continues to impact the economy, and these cities are feeling it the most.
Gas prices to keep dropping as motorists plan Fourth of July road trips: AAA
The national average cost for a gallon of gas was $3.48, a significant eight-cent dip from the previous week.
The national average cost for a gallon of gas was $3.48, a significant eight-cent dip from the previous week.
New construction still popular as most Americans believe it’s a bad time to buy an existing home
New builds increased by 21.2% compared to March of last year, with the South seeing a higher rates of new construction permits.
New builds increased by 21.2% compared to March of last year, with the South seeing a higher rates of new construction permits.
Biden extends time frame to get credit toward student loan forgiveness
Interest rates are up and student loan forgiveness isn't really finalized yet, making for turbulent loan market as we enter into presidential policies.
Interest rates are up and student loan forgiveness isn't really finalized yet, making for turbulent loan market as we enter into presidential policies.
This is the staggering amount homeowners spend on costs besides their mortgage
Some 28% of homeowners said they've considered going back to renting.
Some 28% of homeowners said they've considered going back to renting.
How to avoid overspending at your next dinner with friends
FOX 32's Anthony Ponce speaks with Dan Roccato, finance professor at the University of San Diego.
FOX 32's Anthony Ponce speaks with Dan Roccato, finance professor at the University of San Diego.
McDonald's menu hikes: McDouble up 168%, McChicken 200% in 10 years
McDonald's customers are shocked by nearly tripled prices over the past decade, with the McDouble up 168% and the McChicken Sandwich up 199%, driven by higher food, labor, and operational costs.
McDonald's customers are shocked by nearly tripled prices over the past decade, with the McDouble up 168% and the McChicken Sandwich up 199%, driven by higher food, labor, and operational costs.
New book 'Millionaire Mission' details how to get your finances in order
It's time to get your priorities straight financially. It can be hard to save money for several large expenses, but a new book can give you some clarity on how to do it.
It's time to get your priorities straight financially. It can be hard to save money for several large expenses, but a new book can give you some clarity on how to do it.
Social Security check may be bigger next year. Here's why
Social Security COLA estimate rises amid stubborn inflation.
Social Security COLA estimate rises amid stubborn inflation.
$3 million may be paid to private student loan borrowers ignored by servicer – Here's who is impacted
A student loan servicer may be on the hook for ignoring borrowers' requests for payment reduction on loans held by the National Collegiate Student Loan Trusts following a CFPB enforcement action.
A student loan servicer may be on the hook for ignoring borrowers' requests for payment reduction on loans held by the National Collegiate Student Loan Trusts following a CFPB enforcement action.
More Americans to qualify for Social Security under new SNAP rule
The Social Security Administration has expanded the definition of a public assistance household to include SNAP recipients, broadening eligibility and potentially increasing benefits for more Americans.
The Social Security Administration has expanded the definition of a public assistance household to include SNAP recipients, broadening eligibility and potentially increasing benefits for more Americans.
Art Institutes borrowers to get student debt cancellation, Biden says
The president and Education Secretary Miguel Cardona described the Art Institutes as "predatory" and said the new handouts would help students who were victims of their actions.
The president and Education Secretary Miguel Cardona described the Art Institutes as "predatory" and said the new handouts would help students who were victims of their actions.
Federal Reserve opts to keep interest rates steady for 6 month in a row
The Federal Reserve has decided to keep interest rates steady for a sixth time in a row, raising questions on what that means for the average American.
The Federal Reserve has decided to keep interest rates steady for a sixth time in a row, raising questions on what that means for the average American.
Credit card hacks to help you manage your finances
Consumer reporter Steve Noviello breaks down several credit card hacks that you may not have known about.
Consumer reporter Steve Noviello breaks down several credit card hacks that you may not have known about.
How often should you go to the grocery store and how much to spend?
Research shows consumers are spending an average of $174 per grocery store visit in 2024, leading to more deliberate and less frequent shopping trips.
Research shows consumers are spending an average of $174 per grocery store visit in 2024, leading to more deliberate and less frequent shopping trips.
Biden's new student loan forgiveness plan would cost an extra $84 billion: report
Biden has proposed a plan B student loan forgiveness proposal that would cost taxpayers an extra $84 billion, a recent Penn Wharton analysis said.
Biden has proposed a plan B student loan forgiveness proposal that would cost taxpayers an extra $84 billion, a recent Penn Wharton analysis said.