Fed holds rates steady in Powell’s possible final chair meeting — What comes next?
The Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate steady at 3.6% for the third consecutive meeting but indicated it may cut rates in the coming months.
The Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate steady at 3.6% for the third consecutive meeting but indicated it may cut rates in the coming months.
Five financial mistakes Americans in their 30s and 40s are making, expert warns
Even small changes to everyday financial habits could make a major impact on long-term wealth, one expert is saying.
Even small changes to everyday financial habits could make a major impact on long-term wealth, one expert is saying.
Record number of Americans say their financial outlook is ‘getting worse’
A new survey finds rising costs still dominate Americans’ concerns, with a record share saying their financial situation is getting worse. Here’s what to know.
A new survey finds rising costs still dominate Americans’ concerns, with a record share saying their financial situation is getting worse. Here’s what to know.
Side hustles pay more than ever — but fewer Americans are taking them on
A new LendingTree survey finds that while fewer Americans are taking on side hustles, those who do are earning more than ever.
A new LendingTree survey finds that while fewer Americans are taking on side hustles, those who do are earning more than ever.
Capital One $425M settlement approved: Here's who qualifies for payments
Capital One has agreed to pay $425 million to settle a lawsuit alleging it paid lower interest rates on older savings accounts without notifying customers of the option for higher yields.
Capital One has agreed to pay $425 million to settle a lawsuit alleging it paid lower interest rates on older savings accounts without notifying customers of the option for higher yields.
Study finds credit score, neighborhood may drive higher insurance rates in Illinois
A new study highlighted by Illinois PIRG Director Abe Scarr shows factors like credit scores and location can raise car and home insurance costs, as lawmakers push a bill to curb rate hikes.
A new study highlighted by Illinois PIRG Director Abe Scarr shows factors like credit scores and location can raise car and home insurance costs, as lawmakers push a bill to curb rate hikes.
Owed a lot in taxes? Here's what to do and how to look ahead for next year
Did you owe a lot of taxes this year? Or get a refund much larger than expected? Here’s some tips to avoid surprises (good or bad) next year.
Did you owe a lot of taxes this year? Or get a refund much larger than expected? Here’s some tips to avoid surprises (good or bad) next year.
April 15 tax deadline: Last-minute questions, what to know about extensions
The 2026 tax deadline is upon us. Taxpayers can request an extension three ways, but any taxes owed must still be paid by Wednesday, April 15, to avoid penalties.
The 2026 tax deadline is upon us. Taxpayers can request an extension three ways, but any taxes owed must still be paid by Wednesday, April 15, to avoid penalties.
IRS: Tax refunds are up this year; here's how much
Tax refunds are surging above past averages. Here's what to know.
Tax refunds are surging above past averages. Here's what to know.
5 common mistakes that could be costing American taxpayers thousands of dollars every year
Tax season is closing soon, and here are 5 common mistakes that could be costing American taxpayers thousands of dollars every year.
Tax season is closing soon, and here are 5 common mistakes that could be costing American taxpayers thousands of dollars every year.
It now costs more than $300K to raise a child; here’s how much it costs in your state
Raising a child in America just hit a staggering new milestone – costing families more than $300,000, according to new data. Here's where it's most expensive.
Raising a child in America just hit a staggering new milestone – costing families more than $300,000, according to new data. Here's where it's most expensive.
Chicago investing convention aims to teach everyday people how to build wealth
Wayne A. Thorp, CEO of BetterInvesting previews a national convention focused on helping beginners and experienced investors sharpen stock-picking skills and avoid common financial mistakes.
Wayne A. Thorp, CEO of BetterInvesting previews a national convention focused on helping beginners and experienced investors sharpen stock-picking skills and avoid common financial mistakes.
Social Security Administration issues major scam warning for retirees. What to know
The Social Security Administration issued a critical warning for retirees amid a surge in financial scams. Officials are also urging older Americans to protect their benefits by taking these steps.
The Social Security Administration issued a critical warning for retirees amid a surge in financial scams. Officials are also urging older Americans to protect their benefits by taking these steps.
New study puts retirement goal at $1.4M as expert shares saving strategies
Ross Mac breaks down how to start saving for retirement at any age, balance spending habits, and grow money despite rising costs and inflation.
Ross Mac breaks down how to start saving for retirement at any age, balance spending habits, and grow money despite rising costs and inflation.
Retirement 'magic number' jumps as Americans grow anxious about their financial futures
Roughly 46% of Americans say they don't expect to be financially prepared when they stop working, a study found.
Roughly 46% of Americans say they don't expect to be financially prepared when they stop working, a study found.
"Magic number" to comfortably retire just got bigger | ChicagoNOW
Americans now believe they need about $1.46 million to retire comfortably, according to a 2026 Northwestern Mutual survey. This “magic number” is a general planning guide, not a strict savings requirement. Gabby Premus and Tia Ewing discuss more.
Americans now believe they need about $1.46 million to retire comfortably, according to a 2026 Northwestern Mutual survey. This “magic number” is a general planning guide, not a strict savings requirement. Gabby Premus and Tia Ewing discuss more.
Americans carry $1.79M in lifetime debt as US total hits record $18.4 trillion, analysis finds
Americans are carrying record levels of debt, with total U.S. consumer debt reaching more than $18 trillion.
Americans are carrying record levels of debt, with total U.S. consumer debt reaching more than $18 trillion.
Tax deadline warning: How to avoid scams before April 15
As Tax Day approaches, the Better Business Bureau shares key tips to spot and avoid IRS scams targeting last-minute filers.
As Tax Day approaches, the Better Business Bureau shares key tips to spot and avoid IRS scams targeting last-minute filers.
Cook County property tax bills are due: Why do we pay property taxes anyway?
The next portion of Cook County property taxes are due on Wednesday. Here's a primer on why we even have property taxes.
The next portion of Cook County property taxes are due on Wednesday. Here's a primer on why we even have property taxes.
Student loan borrowers in SAVE plan told to prepare for repayment: What to know
Millions of student loan borrowers will have to find a new repayment plan soon. The available repayment plans will mean higher monthly payments for most.
Millions of student loan borrowers will have to find a new repayment plan soon. The available repayment plans will mean higher monthly payments for most.