IRS to decide on restoring free tax site amid uncertain future of program
The government pilot program rolled out this tax season allowed some taxpayers in 12 states to submit their returns directly to the IRS for free.
Why now is the best time to visit Japan, thanks to a weak yen
Here are the best things to do when visiting Japan to make your dollar stretch further as the yen drops to historic lows not seen since 1990.
81% of millennials say they can't afford a midlife crisis
Are millennials a generation in crisis? A majority said that type of crisis is a luxury they can’t afford.
The cost of college tuition surged the highest in these states
The cost of attending a private institution rose the most in a Midwest state -- increasing more than $22,000 since 2013.
Student loan forgiveness: Some may qualify but need to take action by April 30
Seeking student loan forgiveness? Some borrowers who consolidate their loans could qualify, but there’s a key deadline approaching.
Gold pocket watch recovered from Titanic’s wealthiest passenger sells for nearly $1.5M
A gold pocket watch worn by the richest passenger aboard the Titanic when the ill-fated ocean liner sank was sold at auction on Saturday for a record-breaking sum of nearly $1.5 million.
How much money it takes to be 'rich' in America for 2024
A recent 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.
Campus protests bring renewed scrutiny to college presidents' million-dollar salaries
University presidents at UPenn, Columbia, NYU and other schools earn millions in annual compensation.
Here's what it takes to be considered middle class in 2024 for each state
With inflation rising, some families who used to be "middle class" no longer fit in that category. Here are the cheapest and most expensive states and cities for 2024.
Bad service, no tip: Most Americans demand quality before tipping
A recent YouGov poll reveals that as tipping becomes an expected norm in increasingly varied sectors amid rising living costs, over half of Americans now express a growing resentment towards tipping, opting to leave no tip for subpar service.
1 in 4 US adults over 50 say they expect to never retire
More than one in four adults in the U.S. who are over 50 said in a new AARP study that they expect to never retire.
More than a third of Gen Z, millennials seek help from their parents to afford a house down payment
Young homebuyers are combating high home prices by asking their parents for help with home down payments.
Your $1 and $2 bills could be worth thousands: What to look for
These very rare $1 and $2 bills could be worth a lot more than face value. Here's how to spot bills that are worth hanging onto.
These salaried workers are now eligible for overtime pay
The Biden administration's new rule significantly expands overtime pay eligibility to millions of salaried workers in the U.S., setting higher income thresholds and updating salary limits every three years.
'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.
Gas hits above $7 mark at one Bay Area station, among the highest in California
Bay Area gas station hits above the $7 mark for regular unleaded, among the highest in California.
Here’s how much it costs to raise a child in 2024: 'Far more expensive than expected’
A new survey shows that raising kids can be costly – but just how expensive is it? Here’s what you need to know.
Summer camp sticker shock: Working parents' wallets feel the burn
Summer camp has become one of the latest burdens facing parents as the summer nears. Not only are camps filling up at a quick clip, they're costing families more than ever.
Oprah Winfrey and Dwayne Johnson's Maui wildfire relief efforts surpass expectations
Media icons Oprah Winfrey and Dwayne “The Rock" Johnson, previously under scrutiny for fundraising efforts after Maui wildfires, exceed expectations by donating nearly millions of dollars to victims through the People's Fund of Maui.
Nike to sign Caitlin Clark to deal as hotly contested sweepstakes comes to end: report
The Caitlin Clark shoe deal sweepstakes reportedly came to an end Sunday with Nike being the one to ink the Indiana Fever rookie to a deal over the likes of Adidas, Under Armour and Puma.