Best states for taxes in 2025
There’s no avoiding taxes no matter which state you live in, but where you live could mean you pay a lot more – or a lot less.
New Social Security rules announced: You may be required to visit office in person
New Social Security Administration rules were announced, which will require millions of recipients to visit local agency offices in-person rather than over the phone.
Deadline approaches to claim $1,400 IRS stimulus check – are you eligible?
The deadline is approaching for some American taxpayers to still claim up to $1,400 in stimulus money dating back to 2021 pandemic-era relief.
Study shows how long Social Security, $1.5M nest egg would last in 50 states
A recently-released study looked at the financial runway that retirees would have in each state with Social Security benefits and $1.5 million socked away for retirement.
Time is running out for taxpayers to claim $1B in refunds from 2021
The IRS is warning the public that $1 billion in unclaimed 2021 tax refunds remain because about 1 million taxpayers haven't filed tax returns for that tax year as an April 15 deadline looms.
DOGE cuts threaten IRS free tax-filing program: What to know
IRS Direct File is only in its second year of letting taxpayers file directly with the IRS online, but it may be a casualty of Elon Musk’s DOGE.
Late car payments rise to highest level in over 30 years
High car prices and elevated interest rates have strained auto loan borrowers.
Here are the top side hustles in 2025
If you’re searching for ways to earn a little extra cash, these gigs might offer a little financial relief.
Almost 40% of Americans receive financial help from family to buy a house: Survey
A new survey reveals that nearly 40% of Americans rely on family financial help for home purchases, most often through parents and grandparents gifting money for a deposit.
Here's the average tax refund for 2025 filers so far, according to IRS
The IRS said the average refund amount has increased by 7.5% this year. Here's what to know.
Mortgage rates finally declining but may not go much lower
The recent dip in mortgage rates is encouraging for consumers searching for a home. Here's what you need to know.
Map: Here's the best month to list your home based on where you live
Listing your home at a certain time of year may boost your sale price, but it largely depends on where you live – and the data comes with a caveat.
Here are the cities with the most credit cards, study says
Americans hold an average of five credit cards, but in some cities, residents carry more than six. A new WalletHub report reveals the U.S. cities where credit card ownership is growing fastest.
Social Security March payment schedule: Here’s when checks go out
Social security payments are sent monthly, but the date can vary depending on the 2025 calendar and when you were born.
Minimum wage earners must work impossible number of hours to afford rent: report
Despite many minimum-wage workers living in apartments with below-average rents, they’re still spending more than 30% of their income on housing.
Commerce secretary shares Trump's 'goal' to abolish the IRS
Newly-confirmed Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick believes reciprocal tariffs can bring in $700 billion per year and ultimately dissolve the need for the IRS.
US cities with the most people in financial distress, according to study
Several southern cities ranked highest in WalletHub's report analyzing the top U.S. metros with the most people in financial distress.
Stimulus checks in 2025? Here's what we know
As tax-filing season is underway, many are eager to see what refunds and extra payments may be available. Here’s what we know about stimulus checks and rebates in 2025.
IRS tax refund schedule 2025: what you need to know
Tax season is in full swing, and the IRS anticipates that 140 million individuals will file returns by April 15. Here's the IRS tax refund schedule for 2025 and other information that will help you with your return.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent calls for Trump tax cuts to be made permanent
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Wednesday signaled that the White House wants Trump's tax cut package from 2017 to be extended permanently before their expiration this year, rather than a temporary extension.