Unemployment claims fall to 684,000, fewest since start of pandemic
The number of people seeking unemployment benefits fell sharply last week to 684,000, the fewest since the pandemic erupted a year ago and a sign the economy is improving.
The number of people seeking unemployment benefits fell sharply last week to 684,000, the fewest since the pandemic erupted a year ago and a sign the economy is improving.
‘The pay gap is real’: Biden signs proclamation on Equal Pay Day to commit to equal pay for women
On Wednesday, President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden plan to mark Equal Pay Day by joining current and former members of the U.S. women’s national soccer team.
On Wednesday, President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden plan to mark Equal Pay Day by joining current and former members of the U.S. women’s national soccer team.
4 ways to build credit without a credit card
Credit cards offer users a great way to build credit, but if not managed wisely can lead to overspending and long payoff periods. There are four other—and possibly better— ways to build credit worth considering.
Credit cards offer users a great way to build credit, but if not managed wisely can lead to overspending and long payoff periods. There are four other—and possibly better— ways to build credit worth considering.
6 common credit mistakes to avoid
These 6 credit mistakes can make it harder to get the best loan rates. See how to improve your credit and check your credit score for free.
These 6 credit mistakes can make it harder to get the best loan rates. See how to improve your credit and check your credit score for free.
Fayetteville man receives last paycheck in oil-covered pennies dumped on his driveway
A Fayetteville man said his last paycheck from his former employer came in the form of over 90,000 oil- or grease-covered pennies dumped on his driveway.
A Fayetteville man said his last paycheck from his former employer came in the form of over 90,000 oil- or grease-covered pennies dumped on his driveway.
Millions of Americans face past-due utility bills amid ongoing COVID-19 pandemic
Millions of U.S. households are facing heavy past-due utility bills, which have escalated in the year since the pandemic forced Americans hunkered down at home to consume more power.
Millions of U.S. households are facing heavy past-due utility bills, which have escalated in the year since the pandemic forced Americans hunkered down at home to consume more power.
Oakland launches one of nation's largest guaranteed income pilots; 600 families to get $500 a month
Calling it a historic moment, Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf said that 600 families will receive $500 a month for 18 months with no strings attached. The families will be randomly selected and the money will come from private funds. She said she hoped the checks would be in the families' hands by spring and summer.
Calling it a historic moment, Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf said that 600 families will receive $500 a month for 18 months with no strings attached. The families will be randomly selected and the money will come from private funds. She said she hoped the checks would be in the families' hands by spring and summer.
Could there be a 4th stimulus check? Democratic lawmakers push for more direct payments
10 Democratic lawmakers sent a letter to President Joe Biden urging him to include additional stimulus payments in an upcoming $3 trillion infrastructure package.
10 Democratic lawmakers sent a letter to President Joe Biden urging him to include additional stimulus payments in an upcoming $3 trillion infrastructure package.
3 tips on making extra student loan payments
With government funding running dry on student loan aid, borrowers may have to fend for themselves. Making extra payments can help.
With government funding running dry on student loan aid, borrowers may have to fend for themselves. Making extra payments can help.
Man recovers $1M lottery ticket after losing it in parking lot
A man couldn't believe his luck when he looked down and saw he matched every number on a million-dollar ticket. His luck quickly changed when that ticket vanished.
A man couldn't believe his luck when he looked down and saw he matched every number on a million-dollar ticket. His luck quickly changed when that ticket vanished.
How teaching your kids about savings accounts will help them develop good money habits
The ABCs aren’t all that matters. Here’s how to teach your kids about finance from an early age.
The ABCs aren’t all that matters. Here’s how to teach your kids about finance from an early age.
Looking for affordable car insurance? Take these 5 steps now
Finding cheap car insurance may be easier than you think.
Finding cheap car insurance may be easier than you think.
Stimulus checks: IRS says next batch of payments will be disbursed in coming days
Officials from the IRS and U.S. Treasury said Monday the next batch of COVID-19 stimulus payments will start hitting bank accounts later this week. Mailed checks will start going out as well.
Officials from the IRS and U.S. Treasury said Monday the next batch of COVID-19 stimulus payments will start hitting bank accounts later this week. Mailed checks will start going out as well.
'You'd better sit down': Oakland County woman wins $4M in scratch-off
An Oakland County woman won $4 million in a scratch-off ticket last week. “I took my time scratching the numbers and all I could say after seeing the ‘4MIL’ symbol was: ‘Are you kidding me?'"
An Oakland County woman won $4 million in a scratch-off ticket last week. “I took my time scratching the numbers and all I could say after seeing the ‘4MIL’ symbol was: ‘Are you kidding me?'"
Arizona now a hot spot for manufacturing, with no signs of slowing down
In the last decade, the Valley has become a national hot spot for manufacturing, and analysts say Arizona isn't slowing down.
In the last decade, the Valley has become a national hot spot for manufacturing, and analysts say Arizona isn't slowing down.
Will there be a fourth stimulus check? What we found out
Back in January, Rep. Ilhan Omar pushed for recurring stimulus checks instead of one-time payments.
Back in January, Rep. Ilhan Omar pushed for recurring stimulus checks instead of one-time payments.
What's the difference between home warranty and homeowners insurance?
A home warranty and homeowners insurance may both cover your home, but each offers distinct protection. Learn more about what you need as a homeowner.
A home warranty and homeowners insurance may both cover your home, but each offers distinct protection. Learn more about what you need as a homeowner.
Average US credit scores are rising — how to keep your credit score high
The average American credit score is rising. Here’s what you can do to ensure your score is at its best.
The average American credit score is rising. Here’s what you can do to ensure your score is at its best.
Millennials' assets exceed $10 trillion, data shows -- 3 tips on how to save more money
Millennials’ assets are higher than ever, but they’re also dealing with significant debt. Here are some money tips you can use to pay down debt, build your savings, and achieve your financial goals.
Millennials’ assets are higher than ever, but they’re also dealing with significant debt. Here are some money tips you can use to pay down debt, build your savings, and achieve your financial goals.
How can borrowers recover from student loan default?
Student loan default can have serious consequences. You may be able to avoid default by choosing the right payment plan or refinancing to reduce monthly payments.
Student loan default can have serious consequences. You may be able to avoid default by choosing the right payment plan or refinancing to reduce monthly payments.