Phantom Hacker: What to know about a new scam that FBI officials are warning people about
FBI officials say some people targeted by the so-called "Phantom Hacker" scam lost their entire life savings as a result. Here's what you should know about the scam, and what you can do to protect yourself (and possibly others)
Social Security COLA 2024 may impact your taxes in a big way
The 2024 Social Security cost of living adjustment (COLA) increase aligns with early estimates based on inflation figures for the previous three months.
Reese's under scrutiny as sweepstakes promotion raises legal concerns
Reese’s may be in violation of state and federal laws with its new sweepstakes offer currently advertised on packs of peanut butter cups.
Biden administration awards $7 Billion to US clean energy hubs to ramp up hydrogen production
The White House calls hydrogen essential to achieving Biden's "vision of a strong, clean energy economy” and net-zero greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S. by 2050.
Mortgage rates headed to 8 percent territory if Fed keeps up hike pace: Freddie Mac
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage increased to 7.57% for the week ending Oct. 12, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
US inflation barely declined in September, price increases slow down slightly
Measures of U.S. inflation barely declined in September, evidence that consumer price increases are grinding lower at a gradual pace.
US still feeling effects of 'tip culture' following COVID-19 pandemic, professor says
A Clemson University professor says he attributes this to the pandemic and inflation.
Home insurance prices increased nearly 25 percent: Policygenius
Home insurance costs have increased due to natural disasters and inflation pressures. But there are ways to save on homeowners insurance policies.
Jobs offering student loan assistance more than double: study
With student loan debt growing to more than $1.7 trillion, employer student loan assistance programs for workers seem to be on the rise, according to Handshake.
Biden endorses FTC's plan to eliminate hidden fees: 'They sure matter to working folks'
President Joe Biden on Wednesday announced a proposed rule by the Federal Trade Commission to ban any hidden and bogus junk fees, which can mask the total cost of concert tickets, hotel rooms and utility bills.
Housing inventory remains painfully low as shortage persists
The number of homes for sale on the market fell for the fifth straight month in September amid the already severe housing shortage.
Biden's second attempt at student loan debt cancellation moves forward with debate over plan's details
Fourteen people chosen by the Biden administration will meet Tuesday for the first of three hearings on student loan relief.
Here's how borrowers who can't make student loan payments can avoid defaulting
The 12-month student loan on-ramp period will help struggling borrowers from suffering the worst consequences of missed, late, or partial payments, according to a recent Harvard University Employee Credit Union blog.
Domino's launches 'emergency pizza' program: Free pizza when needed
Domino's is now giving customers the opportunity to take part in a new "emergency pizza" program for those times when it's most "needed."
Social Security COLA update is coming: What retirees need to know
Social Security recipients may get a smaller COLA increase in 2024.
Dwayne Johnson apologizes over Maui wildfire fund donation request
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is responding to backlash he received after asking his social media followers to donate to his Maui wildfire fund this summer.
Will oil and gas be impacted due to war in Israel? Expert weighs in
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine caused oil and gas prices to surge last year.
Hardee's employees accused of stealing from customers to bail out jail inmates
Fast-food workers at a Hardee's in Michigan City, Indiana, stand accused of embezzling funds from customers to facilitate the release of jail inmates.
Social Security cuts: Retirees could face more than $17,000 in annual benefits losses
Social Security could run out of money to make full benefits payments in 2033, spurring as much as $23,000 in benefits cuts for retirees, a study found. Here’s what you need to know.
Georgia will take new applications for housing subsidy vouchers in 149 counties
Georgians in 149 counties can soon apply for housing subsidies for the first time since 2021.