What's driving Americans' record-high credit card debt? Annual survey reveals answers
Industry analysts warn that carrying a credit card balance is a slippery slope.
Industry analysts warn that carrying a credit card balance is a slippery slope.
Judge scraps Biden-era rule capping credit card late fees: What to know
A federal judge has scrapped a rule from the Biden administration that would have placed a cap on credit card late fees.
A federal judge has scrapped a rule from the Biden administration that would have placed a cap on credit card late fees.
Retirement savings 'magic number' drops in 2025 for Americans, study finds
When it comes to retirement savings, more than half of Americans think it's “somewhat or very likely" that they’ll outlive their money, according to a new study.
When it comes to retirement savings, more than half of Americans think it's “somewhat or very likely" that they’ll outlive their money, according to a new study.
Tips to avoid tax surprises next year
Did you owe a ton of taxes this year? Or maybe you got a refund you weren’t expecting? Here’s a look at how to get a handle on those surprises now ahead of next year.
Did you owe a ton of taxes this year? Or maybe you got a refund you weren’t expecting? Here’s a look at how to get a handle on those surprises now ahead of next year.
Filing a tax extension: How to do it, what taxpayers in disaster areas should know
Those who experienced a weather disaster this past year may be granted an automatic extension to file your taxes. Here’s how to check.
Those who experienced a weather disaster this past year may be granted an automatic extension to file your taxes. Here’s how to check.
Social Security reclassifies thousands of living immigrants as dead; cancels numbers
The move will make it much harder for those affected to use banks or other basic services where Social Security numbers are required.
The move will make it much harder for those affected to use banks or other basic services where Social Security numbers are required.
Inflation fell in March despite Trump tariffs: Here's why
Inflation fell to its lowest numbers since September last month, despite President Trump’s back-and-forth on tariffs and uncertainty surrounding the economy.
Inflation fell to its lowest numbers since September last month, despite President Trump’s back-and-forth on tariffs and uncertainty surrounding the economy.
Are the rich paying enough taxes? Most Americans say no
A new Gallup poll reveals deep political divides in how Americans view tax fairness, particularly regarding upper-income earners.
A new Gallup poll reveals deep political divides in how Americans view tax fairness, particularly regarding upper-income earners.
Social Security changes coming in April: Here’s what to know
There are a few changes in April that could impact certain Social Security beneficiaries. Here's a breakdown.
There are a few changes in April that could impact certain Social Security beneficiaries. Here's a breakdown.
IRS stimulus check update: Deadline, eligibility, and how to claim your refund
Time is running out for individuals who missed claiming the Recovery Rebate Credit on their 2021 tax returns. This refundable credit is available to those who did not receive one or more Economic Impact Payments (EIPs), commonly referred to as stimulus checks.
Time is running out for individuals who missed claiming the Recovery Rebate Credit on their 2021 tax returns. This refundable credit is available to those who did not receive one or more Economic Impact Payments (EIPs), commonly referred to as stimulus checks.
These major US airlines have top frequent-flier programs: study
Alaska, United and Delta Airlines all earned high ranks.
Alaska, United and Delta Airlines all earned high ranks.
Worry about US Social Security system has hit 15-year high, Gallup poll finds
A recent poll shows economic concerns, especially Social Security, are top worries for Americans.
A recent poll shows economic concerns, especially Social Security, are top worries for Americans.
Average Wall Street bonus is more than most people's salary: See the numbers
Bonuses on Wall Street surged to record highs last year, nearly quadrupling the average annual salary in the U.S.
Bonuses on Wall Street surged to record highs last year, nearly quadrupling the average annual salary in the U.S.
Social Security partially walks back who needs to visit offices in person: What to know
Social Security has revised its new rules that require some beneficiaries to visit local agency offices in person to verify their identities after listening to "customers, Congress, advocates, and others."
Social Security has revised its new rules that require some beneficiaries to visit local agency offices in person to verify their identities after listening to "customers, Congress, advocates, and others."
Bank of Mom and Dad paying out $1,474 a month on average to adult kids
With economic pressures mounting, adulting has never felt more expensive—and more parents are stepping in to help.
With economic pressures mounting, adulting has never felt more expensive—and more parents are stepping in to help.
Tax deadline extensions: Where weather disasters have altered the April 15 filing date
In 2025, the IRS has once again extended the tax filing deadline for residents in areas declared major disaster zones by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
In 2025, the IRS has once again extended the tax filing deadline for residents in areas declared major disaster zones by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
DoorDash to offer buy now, pay later options on deliveries: What to know
DoorDash customers will soon be able to order their takeout and groceries and pay later using Klarna.
DoorDash customers will soon be able to order their takeout and groceries and pay later using Klarna.
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.
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.
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.
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.