Economic growth slows in Q3 to slowest pace since June 2020: This is how interest rates could be affected
Economic growth slowed in the third quarter, as GDP growth dropped to just 2% in the advanced estimate. Here's what that means for interest rates in the months ahead.
Economic growth slowed in the third quarter, as GDP growth dropped to just 2% in the advanced estimate. Here's what that means for interest rates in the months ahead.
70% of Americans go over budget during the holidays, survey finds: How to cut costs
A recent survey found that most Americans admit to overspending during the holidays, but gift-giving doesn't have to be a burden on your wallet. Consider these tips to create a budget and earn rewards on your holiday spending.
A recent survey found that most Americans admit to overspending during the holidays, but gift-giving doesn't have to be a burden on your wallet. Consider these tips to create a budget and earn rewards on your holiday spending.
This is the college degree that actually pays off, study finds
A new report from the Wall Street Journal found the graduate degree that's most likely to pay off in the form of higher earnings.
A new report from the Wall Street Journal found the graduate degree that's most likely to pay off in the form of higher earnings.
Gender pay gap investigation finds women make 22% less than men in Illinois
An investigation into the gender pay gap has found that women are basically done getting paid for the rest of the year starting Friday.
An investigation into the gender pay gap has found that women are basically done getting paid for the rest of the year starting Friday.
FHFA to permanently allow desktop appraisals: How can it make the mortgage process easier?
The FHFA made desktop appraisals, a hybrid appraisal tool that allows appraisers to perform a valuation without physically visiting the home, permanent. Here's how that benefits borrowers.
The FHFA made desktop appraisals, a hybrid appraisal tool that allows appraisers to perform a valuation without physically visiting the home, permanent. Here's how that benefits borrowers.
Social Security payments increasing significantly in 2022, new bill could send payments higher
The Social Security Administration is seeing some changes, including increased payments to go out in 2022. Now, members of Congress are introducing a bill to save the program and expand its benefits.
The Social Security Administration is seeing some changes, including increased payments to go out in 2022. Now, members of Congress are introducing a bill to save the program and expand its benefits.
US salaries grew more last quarter than they have in 2 decades
The Labor Department said Friday that pay increased 1.5% in the third quarter. That’s up sharply from 0.9% in the previous quarter.
The Labor Department said Friday that pay increased 1.5% in the third quarter. That’s up sharply from 0.9% in the previous quarter.
Chicago embraces universal basic income: See if you qualify
Chicago is launching a universal basic income pilot program.
Chicago is launching a universal basic income pilot program.
US unemployment claims drop to pandemic low of 281,000
U.S. unemployment claims dropped by 10,000 to 281,000, the lowest since mid-March 2020.
U.S. unemployment claims dropped by 10,000 to 281,000, the lowest since mid-March 2020.
Online grocery retailers have hidden price markups, MIT study finds: How to save money on your food budget
Stocking your shelves with fresh groceries shouldn't be a financial burden. But with the rise of online grocery shopping, prices are becoming less predictable, according to a study from MIT.
Stocking your shelves with fresh groceries shouldn't be a financial burden. But with the rise of online grocery shopping, prices are becoming less predictable, according to a study from MIT.
These are the top 10 most stolen vehicles in America, report finds
Car theft is on the rise, according to a new report, and certain makes and models are being stolen at a higher rate.
Car theft is on the rise, according to a new report, and certain makes and models are being stolen at a higher rate.
Mortgage rates remain above 3%, but homeowners can still save by refinancing
Mortgage interest rates are continuing to increase, rising past 3% this week. But as rates rise, homeowners can still save through a mortgage refinance.
Mortgage interest rates are continuing to increase, rising past 3% this week. But as rates rise, homeowners can still save through a mortgage refinance.
Thanksgiving dinner may be more expensive as holiday staples in short supply
While most will likely be able to get their hands on a turkey for Thanksgiving this year, shoppers could be shelling out more cash for it as well as other holiday staples — largely due to supply chain bottlenecks.
While most will likely be able to get their hands on a turkey for Thanksgiving this year, shoppers could be shelling out more cash for it as well as other holiday staples — largely due to supply chain bottlenecks.
Here is the average cost for auto insurance in 2021, and how to keep your costs down
See where auto insurance costs averaged highest and lowest in the U.S., and find out how to lower your premiums.
See where auto insurance costs averaged highest and lowest in the U.S., and find out how to lower your premiums.
Medical debt is the leading cause of bankruptcy, data shows: How to reduce your hospital bills
Filing for bankruptcy can discharge your medical debt, but it can leave a lasting negative impact on your creditworthiness.
Filing for bankruptcy can discharge your medical debt, but it can leave a lasting negative impact on your creditworthiness.
Despite ongoing forgiveness talks, student loan borrowers should expect payments to resume, Cardona says
Tens of millions of borrowers will soon resume student loan repayment on their federal student loan debt. Here's what you can do to avoid delinquency.
Tens of millions of borrowers will soon resume student loan repayment on their federal student loan debt. Here's what you can do to avoid delinquency.
How do high-yield savings accounts work?
High-yield savings accounts offer higher interest rates than traditional savings accounts. Learn how high-yield savings accounts work.
High-yield savings accounts offer higher interest rates than traditional savings accounts. Learn how high-yield savings accounts work.
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey's dire warning: 'Hyperinflation' will soon 'change everything'
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey has issued a warning about hyperinflation, saying it "is going to change everything."
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey has issued a warning about hyperinflation, saying it "is going to change everything."
US budget deficit reaches $2.77 trillion in 2021, its 2nd highest ever
The U.S. budget deficit totaled $2.77 trillion for 2021, the second highest on record but an improvement from the all-time high of $3.13 trillion in 2020.
The U.S. budget deficit totaled $2.77 trillion for 2021, the second highest on record but an improvement from the all-time high of $3.13 trillion in 2020.
Fannie Mae again lowers economic growth outlook: What it means for interest rates
Fannie Mae lowered its economic growth forecast for the third consecutive month amid supply chain disruptions and rising inflation. Here's what it means for interest rates.
Fannie Mae lowered its economic growth forecast for the third consecutive month amid supply chain disruptions and rising inflation. Here's what it means for interest rates.