Social Security benefits forecast revised for 2023 as inflation eases
Social Security benefits are expected to increase in 2023, but could be less than previously forecasted, according to The Senior Citizens League. Here's how much of an increase retirees could see in 2023.
Social Security benefits are expected to increase in 2023, but could be less than previously forecasted, according to The Senior Citizens League. Here's how much of an increase retirees could see in 2023.
CFPB looks to regulate buy now, pay later companies
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) said it plans to issue guidance or rules that would bring the buy now, pay later (BNPL) sector in line with the standards that Congress has already established for credit cards.
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) said it plans to issue guidance or rules that would bring the buy now, pay later (BNPL) sector in line with the standards that Congress has already established for credit cards.
More Arizonans collect SNAP benefits as payouts decrease due to demand surge
As more people are applying for help, the program shrinks payouts. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen reports.
As more people are applying for help, the program shrinks payouts. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen reports.
North Carolina man wins big after finding month-old lottery ticket in truck: 'Did that happy dance'
Kenneth Kiriazes of Zebulon, N.C., won the Lucky for Life Lottery and walked away with $276,990.
Kenneth Kiriazes of Zebulon, N.C., won the Lucky for Life Lottery and walked away with $276,990.
Federal interest rate hikes are here: How will it impact your finances?
Mortgage rates have jumped, home sales have slumped and credit cards and auto loans have gotten pricier. Savings rates are slightly juicier, though.
Mortgage rates have jumped, home sales have slumped and credit cards and auto loans have gotten pricier. Savings rates are slightly juicier, though.
Fed hikes rate by three-quarters of a point in continued fight against inflation
The Fed’s move boosted its benchmark short-term rate, which affects many consumer and business loans, to a range of 3% to 3.25%, the highest level since early 2008.
The Fed’s move boosted its benchmark short-term rate, which affects many consumer and business loans, to a range of 3% to 3.25%, the highest level since early 2008.
Thousands have won South Carolina’s lottery this month; here’s how they did it
Lottery officials said the wins are “unprecedented” but the method is pretty simple.
Lottery officials said the wins are “unprecedented” but the method is pretty simple.
Existing home sales drop to lowest level since 2020
Sales of previously owned houses fell in August for the seventh consecutive month as rising interest rates pushed potential homebuyers out of the market.
Sales of previously owned houses fell in August for the seventh consecutive month as rising interest rates pushed potential homebuyers out of the market.
Mega Millions jackpot winners come forward; Two people to split $1.34B prize
Two people have come forward to claim the $1.34 billion Mega Millions jackpot almost eight weeks after the drawing.
Two people have come forward to claim the $1.34 billion Mega Millions jackpot almost eight weeks after the drawing.
Former Phoenix Police officer facing prison time for more than $1M in PPP fraud
A former Phoenix Police officer will serve 15 months in prison after she was sentenced for fraudulently receiving a Paycheck Protection Program loan during the COVID-19 pandemic that she claimed would go to veteran charities.
A former Phoenix Police officer will serve 15 months in prison after she was sentenced for fraudulently receiving a Paycheck Protection Program loan during the COVID-19 pandemic that she claimed would go to veteran charities.
Halloween spending to reach record $10.6B: NRF
Consumers are expected to dole out $2.9B on costumes alone, the NRF reported.
Consumers are expected to dole out $2.9B on costumes alone, the NRF reported.
Gallup: More than half of U.S. workers are ‘quiet quitting’
A poll shows that the workplace has gotten worse for younger employees, particularly those under 35 years old.
A poll shows that the workplace has gotten worse for younger employees, particularly those under 35 years old.
$1M lottery ticket sold at Phoenix Circle K
State lottery officials say a $1 million ticket for "The Pick" jackpot was sold at a Phoenix Circle K located at 2120 N. Northern Avenue.
State lottery officials say a $1 million ticket for "The Pick" jackpot was sold at a Phoenix Circle K located at 2120 N. Northern Avenue.
Here's how much more you'll pay to heat your home this winter
The average cost of heating a household this winter is set to increase by 17.2%, according to a forecast by the National Energy Assistance Directors Association.
The average cost of heating a household this winter is set to increase by 17.2%, according to a forecast by the National Energy Assistance Directors Association.
Georgia woman praised for honesty after finding over $500 in KFC order
The Georgia woman was shocked when she found over $500 tucked underneath her KFC sandwich when she got back from the drive-thru. What she did with the money had police praising her character and honesty.
The Georgia woman was shocked when she found over $500 tucked underneath her KFC sandwich when she got back from the drive-thru. What she did with the money had police praising her character and honesty.
Woman wins $100K lottery twice in 2 years
An Iowa woman has now won two $100,000 lottery prizes in a little more than two years.
An Iowa woman has now won two $100,000 lottery prizes in a little more than two years.
Tesla owner says he’s locked out after battery died, replacement costs $26K
Some Tesla owners have voiced frustration about the electric vehicles, including a group in Norway that went on a hunger strike last month.
Some Tesla owners have voiced frustration about the electric vehicles, including a group in Norway that went on a hunger strike last month.
Denver set to give 140 homeless people up to $12,000 in cash as part of 'basic income' program
More than 140 people experiencing homelessness in Denver will each be provided up to $1,000 in cash a month for up to one year as part of a basic income program designed to help "lift individuals out of homelessness," the city announced last week.
More than 140 people experiencing homelessness in Denver will each be provided up to $1,000 in cash a month for up to one year as part of a basic income program designed to help "lift individuals out of homelessness," the city announced last week.
Paid your student loans during the pandemic? Here's how to get a refund
Borrowers who paid down their debt during a pandemic freeze that started in March 2020 can in fact get a refund — and then apply for forgiveness.
Borrowers who paid down their debt during a pandemic freeze that started in March 2020 can in fact get a refund — and then apply for forgiveness.
How much money do I need to travel the world?
Many factors play into the budget, but here are some tips for figuring out your magic number.
Many factors play into the budget, but here are some tips for figuring out your magic number.