Have you committed financial infidelity? You're not alone

Forty percent of U.S. adults who are in committed relationships admitted to committing some form of financial infidelity against their significant other, according to a recent survey. 

97% of retirement-age Americans are in debt, report finds: Here's how much

A new study shows that most retirement-age Americans carry nonmortgage debt, with Texas and Florida metros facing the highest debt levels.

Could you handle a $1,000 emergency expense? Report says most Americans can't

A Bankrate survey reveals most Americans struggle to afford a $1,000 emergency expense, highlighting the financial strain caused by inflation and high interest rates.

Capital One outage disrupts account access nationwide

Frustrated Capital One customers flooded social media Thursday morning with complaints about account access issues. 

Who will receive the $1,400 stimulus check? Here's how to check.

Approximately 1 million taxpayers will automatically receive special payments of up to $1,400 from the IRS in the coming weeks. Here’s who will receive the $1,400 stimulus check and how to check if you are one of them.

Medical debt will be removed from credit reports: What this means for Americans

The Biden administration finalized a new rule that will prevent Americans from the harm caused by medical debt, including being coerced by debt collectors to pay bills they do not owe.

Medical debt banned from appearing on credit reports in new Biden administration rule

Unpaid medical bills will no longer appear on consumer credit reports, which can result in people being blocked mortgages and car loans. Here's what to know about the newly-announced rule.

IRS increases 401(k), other 2025 retirement plan contribution limits

The IRS released its updated contribution limits and adjustments to eligibility thresholds for 401(k) plans, IRAs and other retirement plans to account for inflation.

Social Security January payment schedule: Here’s when beneficiaries will get their checks

Here is the January Social Security payment schedule for retirement, disability, and survivor beneficiaries, as well as those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

Social Security checks increasing for COLA adjustment
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The Cost of Living Adjustment is rising in 2025, which will change the amount of money people will receive in their Social Security checks.

Holiday shopping increases in 2024 by nearly 4%
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According to Mastercard, retail sales between November 1 and December 24 increased with online sales rising by 6.7% compared to last year.