Los Angeles sees major population drop as jobs shrink and residents flee
'The Big Money Show' analyzes new data showing Los Angeles County lost tens of thousands of residents, with fewer people moving in to replace them.
Labor Department's proposal is a 'huge step' for your 401(k), BlackRock's Nefouse says
BlackRock's Nick Nefouse says the proposed DOL framework would expand access to alternative assets like crypto and real estate for defined contribution plan holders
Jason Katz on going long on gold, new 401(k) alternative asset rule
UBS managing director Jason Katz explains why investors should go long on gold and the Labor Department proposing a 401(k) alternative asset rule on 'Varney & Co.'
Average tax refund up nearly 11% from a year ago, IRS data shows
IRS data shows average tax refunds have climbed to $3,571 in the 2026 filing season through March 20, a 10.9% jump from last year as the April deadline nears.
America 250: BlackRock's Larry Fink says long-term investing can perform a kind of 'civic miracle'
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink says democracy and capital markets are deeply linked, drawing a parallel between the work of Thomas Jefferson and Adam Smith in 1776.
IRS refund tracker explained: What you need to know before this year's tax filing deadline
Taxpayers may use the IRS' "Where's my refund?" tool to track their federal tax refund status using their Social Security number, filing status and exact refund amount.
Dave Ramsey warns young hopefuls locked out of housing market: 'Corporate America has screwed you'
Rising debt and post-pandemic housing prices are pushing first-time buyers out, Dave Ramsey says, urging younger generations to clear debt first.
Penn professor says Zillow 'systematically deceives consumers' about agent connections
A Wharton study alleges Zillow deceives users about agent connections with only 0.3% understanding they're not reaching listing agents but paid affiliates.
The $10,000 car loan tax deduction: Here's who qualifies and how to claim it
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act created a temporary car loan interest deduction for American-made vehicles through 2028, which requires final assembly in the U.S. and VIN verification.
Charles Payne: Nobody in Washington seems to care about this
'Making Money' host Charles Payne discusses the pitfalls of private equity and its impact on the trailer park industry.
Tax Day is coming: Avoid these 5 common mistakes that can cost you money
Tax experts revealed five expensive filing errors that could cost you money this season, from choosing the wrong filing status to missing the April 15 payment deadline.
How Social Security recipients can boost their benefit checks
Social Security recipients can boost benefits by up to 8% annually by delaying claims until age 70. Smart retirement planning increases monthly payments significantly.
IRS unveils proposed regulations for new Trump Accounts savings program
The IRS and Treasury proposed new rules for Trump Accounts, including details for opening an account and taking the federal seed money if eligible to do so.
Americans tap retirement funds at record rates as mounting financial stress takes toll
Record 6% of Americans tapped 401k savings for hardship withdrawals in 2025, up from 4.8% in 2024, as financial stress forces workers to raid nest eggs.
John Lonski on economic impact of tariff refunds
The Lonski Group President John Lonski discusses a federal judge's order to the Trump administration to pay out tariff refunds and a Fox News polls regarding inflation and personal finance situations on 'Varney & Co.'
FHFA chief says Trump deployed $200B to slash mortgage rates, impact was immediate
Mortgage rates drop to "five handle" as Trump administration targets housing affordability crisis with aggressive $200 billion bond purchase program.
American homebuyers gain most purchasing power since 2022
Homebuyers' purchasing power rose over $30,300 in past year as median-income households can now afford $331,483 homes with mortgage payments 8.4% lower than last year, Zillow found.
Older Americans command huge share of nation's wealth
'The Big Money Show' panelists discuss the 'gray-shaped economy,' highlighting how older Americans control a massive share of U.S. wealth and the government's spending on elderly programs.
Marcus Lemonis highlights what voters want to hear from Trump
'The Fixer' host Marcus Lemonis discusses President Donald Trump's economic messaging ahead of his speech in Georgia and a report those over age 65 have a large share of the nation's wealth on 'Varney & Co.'
Trump touts potential 20% tax refunds from 'Big Beautiful Bill'
President Donald Trump said tax refunds could exceed 20% this year thanks to his "One Big Beautiful Bill," eliminating taxes on tips, Social Security and overtime pay.