Cost of living makes retirement savings harder for younger generations, survey finds
Respondents across generations highlighted inflation, consumer debt, and the need for emergency savings as major obstacles to retirement savings.
Biden doubles down on billionaire tax plan, homebuyer tax credit
President Joe Biden, addressing a crowd in Las Vegas, announced plans to tackle economic inequalities and the housing affordability crisis.
Gen Z movers are heading to warmer climates, willing to pay higher housing costs: Zillow
Even though California has high rent costs, Gen Z is seeking out major cities, but some choose low-cost areas in Florida.
Powerball drawing tonight worth estimated $645 million
The new jackpot is the second to surpass $600 million this year after no one won the top prize in this weekend’s drawing.
Realtors agree to axe 6% commissions in NAR lawsuit settlement
Real estate commissions could be lowered by 30% under a landmark court settlement: Industry experts say it will bring down home prices nationwide.
More people moved to these US counties in 2023 than anywhere else
The U.S. Census Bureau released data on Thursday showing the top 10 counties in the country with the most population growth in 2023.
32-hour workweek? Bernie Sanders' bill would make it US law
Senator Bernie Sanders is proposing a 32-hour workweek with no loss of pay in America.
Student loan payments hinder retirement savings – Here's how employers are helping
Americans with student loan payments contribute at a lower rate and have smaller overall balances in their 401(k) accounts, a report from the Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI) study said.
Inflation rises as gas prices and housing costs tick up, leaving Americans concerned
Inflation rose in February, leaving the Federal Reserve uncertain about future rate hikes.
Majority of Americans feel frustrated by excessive tipping, leaving less on average: survey
Tipping expectations have "gone too far" for many Americans, citing increasing gratuity requests at self-service kiosks and convenience stores, according to a new survey.
High debt is causing more consumers to live paycheck-to-paycheck
Both high-income and low-income consumers are facing higher levels of debts, causing more people to live paycheck-to-paycheck.
Here's where Americans are being stretched to the limit to buy a home
Homebuyers have seen the cost of buying a home double in the last three years – here's where they paid the most, according to a recent report by the National Association of Realtors.
This is how much money you need to 'live comfortably' in Atlanta, data shows
Living comfortably in Atlanta can come at a pretty high price.
IRS Direct File officially launches, offering free tax filing in these 12 states
Taxpayers in the 12 states who have very simple W-2s and claim a standard deduction may be eligible to use the free online tool this tax season.
Nearly 32 percent of homes sold last quarter were new construction: Redfin
Prospective homebuyers are choosing new construction homes as sellers hold onto their homes, waiting for interest rates to drop.
These 5 states rake in the most Social Security benefits
The average Social Security benefit is just under $2000, but there are ways to boost that amount.
Credit card balances surge past trillion dollar mark as Americans struggle to build savings
Credit card balances surged in the fourth quarter, but new card originations slowed as banks tightened lending standards, according to a recent TransUnion report.
Mortgage rates ease slightly as spring homebuying season nears: Freddie Mac
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 6.88% for the week ending March 7, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
CFPB finalizes rule capping credit card late fees at $8 on average
A new CFPB rule caps credit card late fees to 25% of the required payment and ends the automatic inflation adjustment for these charges.
Georgia Senate considers reviving office to help bring down Georgia Power bills
Georgia Power rates seem to keep rising. The average customer’s bill will have gone up about $38 per month come summertime. A proposal at the statehouse would revive an office to advocate for consumers to make sure they’re not paying too much to keep on the lights.