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.
How to break bad spending habits
Overconsumption is rampant on social media, causing consumers to develop poor spending habits. Consumer finance expert Andrea Woroch identifies bad habits that may be wasting your money and explains how to stop them.
Overconsumption is rampant on social media, causing consumers to develop poor spending habits. Consumer finance expert Andrea Woroch identifies bad habits that may be wasting your money and explains how to stop them.
How much money it takes to be 'rich' in America for 2024
A recent GOBankingRates study utilizing IRS data reveals that the income required to be considered "rich" varies widely across the U.S., reflecting regional differences in cost of living, local economies, and tax structures.
A recent GOBankingRates study utilizing IRS data reveals that the income required to be considered "rich" varies widely across the U.S., reflecting regional differences in cost of living, local economies, and tax structures.
One third of U.S. doesn't know how to handle their finances
Dan Roccato, finance professor at the University of San Diego, breaks down the basics of handling your finances.
Dan Roccato, finance professor at the University of San Diego, breaks down the basics of handling your finances.
'Doom spending' instead of home buying—how young people are spending their money
Amid inflation and climate concerns, younger generations, including Gen Z and millennials, are turning to "doom spending," buying luxuries as they find homeownership increasingly unaffordable.
Amid inflation and climate concerns, younger generations, including Gen Z and millennials, are turning to "doom spending," buying luxuries as they find homeownership increasingly unaffordable.
How often does the IRS audit?
While the IRS accepts most tax returns, there are certain mistakes to avoid that may prompt the agency to take a closer look at your documents.
While the IRS accepts most tax returns, there are certain mistakes to avoid that may prompt the agency to take a closer look at your documents.
Biden announces a fresh round of $7.5 billion in student loans canceled
The latest round of cancellations targets $7.4 billion of student loans for 277,000 borrowers, the Department of Education said in a statement.
The latest round of cancellations targets $7.4 billion of student loans for 277,000 borrowers, the Department of Education said in a statement.
The 25 best cities for buyers on a budget: Zillow
For buyers seeking affordability, Zillow's study shows the 25 most affordable areas throughout the country.
For buyers seeking affordability, Zillow's study shows the 25 most affordable areas throughout the country.
High inflation is costing Americans an extra $1K a month
Americans are now facing an additional financial burden of $1,069 per month due to high inflation compared to three years ago.
Americans are now facing an additional financial burden of $1,069 per month due to high inflation compared to three years ago.
Tax Day 2024: States with highest and lowest taxes revealed
The tax deadline is on April 15, but what you owe can vary significantly based on the state that you live in.
The tax deadline is on April 15, but what you owe can vary significantly based on the state that you live in.
Biden Administration cancels more student loan debt
You might have been one of the lucky one's to receive an email on friday telling you your student loan debt was cancelled. The Biden administration announced it was cancelling $7.4 billion in student debt for 277,000 borrowers.
You might have been one of the lucky one's to receive an email on friday telling you your student loan debt was cancelled. The Biden administration announced it was cancelling $7.4 billion in student debt for 277,000 borrowers.