Prices on new, used vehicles finally begin to creep down from inflated highs
Even with the average price of new and used vehicles beginning to ease, auto purchases remain unaffordable for many, with average prices still 30% to 50% above where they were in early 2020.
Powerball jackpot reaches $700M — 5th largest ever — ahead of Wednesday drawing
The Powerball jackpot also comes with an estimated $326.1 million cash option for the next drawing on Wednesday night.
Powerball jackpot grows to $610 million, 8th largest prize ever
The next round of winning numbers will be announced Monday at 11 p.m. ET.
Student loan forgiveness: 22 million people have applied for relief, Biden says
Biden said more than half of the people eligible for student loan relief have submitted their applications in the week since the website went live.
Netflix to begin monetizing account sharing in early 2023
Consumers sharing their Netflix account with family or friends outside their household will have to pay extra starting early next year.
Pandemic-era retirees ready to return to work, AARP CEO says
The pace of retirements among baby boomers accelerated during the pandemic. Now, many of them are ready to return to the workforce.
IRS inflation adjustment could lower your tax bill in 2023
The changes are meant to help Americans whose earnings haven’t kept up with the increased cost of living.
Biden to release up to 15 million barrels of oil from strategic reserve
President Joe Biden will announce the release of 15 million barrels of oil from the U.S. strategic reserve Wednesday as part of a response to recent production cuts announced by OPEC+ nations.
Here’s how much money you should be saving per paycheck
Recent studies show savings accounts are starting to dwindle as the U.S. rebounds from the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown, but experts say every little bit still counts.
Millions could still be eligible for a stimulus check - and time is running out to claim it
Americans could possibly be owed a five-figure payment from the federal government.
Student loan forgiveness website launches in test mode — applications available ‘periodically’
Applications for federal student loan relief are live on the government’s student aid website — sort of.
How does Social Security work? Your benefits increase questions answered
Some 70 million people will see a major increase in Social Security benefits. What does that mean for the future of the program?
Social Security benefits to jump by 8.7% in 2023
The Social Security cost-of-living adjustment means the average recipient will receive more than $140 a month starting in January.
US inflation accelerated in September, keeping pressure on households
Consumer prices rose 8.2% in September compared with a year earlier.
These housing markets are seeing the largest drop in prices since the pandemic peak
Housing prices are continuing to cool off — and data shows one area of the country, in particular, is seeing the highest drop.
Tomato, onion, garlic prices expected to increase amid ongoing California drought
About 94% of California fell under the severe, extreme, or exceptional drought categories as of last week. The state grows over a third of the nation's vegetables and 75% of its fruits and nuts.
Mega Millions surges to nearly $500 million ahead of Friday drawing
The second-largest Mega Millions jackpot of 2022 is up for grabs on Friday, which also comes with an estimated $248.7 million cash option, officials say.
Biden vows there will be 'consequences' for Saudi Arabia after OPEC+ cuts oil production
President Joe Biden says there will be “consequences” for Saudi Arabia as his administration begins reevaluating the U.S. relationship with the kingdom.
This is how much money you need to get divorced
Going through a divorce can be incredibly difficult, no matter the reason. And the financial cost varies widely depending on the circumstances. Here’s what to know.
Hulu raises subscription prices for both ad-supported, ad-free tiers
Disney reported a total of 46.2 million Hulu subscribers at the end of its third quarter in August.