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Rising gas prices amid the Iran war are hitting low-income households hardest, creating a K-shaped consumption pattern, a New York Fed report finds.

Cornerstone University's self-paced SOAR program lets students earn accredited business degrees entirely on a smartphone with a 91% persistence rate.

Ford has issued a recall for over 179,000 vehicles, including 2024–2026 Bronco SUVs and Ranger pickup trucks, after federal regulators identified a defect in the front seat frame.

Experts say even small changes to everyday financial habits could boost long-term wealth. Here are five costly money mistakes Americans in their 30s and 40s should avoid.

Disputing a credit card charge triggers a formal process that usually ends in your favor. You have 60 days from your credit card statement to dispute a charge.

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will accept VantageScore 4.0 loans that factor in rent and utility payments, potentially helping more Americans qualify.

Propane prices are rising ahead of barbecue season due to Middle East-driven energy costs, with ripple effects hitting food prices, including beef and grilling staples.

Experts say a potential government bailout of Spirit Airlines is unlikely to disrupt most travel plans, though it could have broader industry impacts.

Corcoran Group's CEO exclusively speaks to Fox News Digital about putting her money where her mouth is, and how Miami created a sense of culture that is the ultimate magnet for capital.

Californians who leave the state end up in areas with housing costs about $672 lower per month and are 48% more likely to own a home years later, a new study finds.

California added 677,000 housing units while population grew by just 39,000, but vacancy rates remain tight amid a longstanding housing shortage.

Major brokerages are targeting younger investors with teen accounts, competing with platforms like Robinhood to capture the next generation of clients.

New York policymakers push higher taxes on wealthy nonresident homeowners, intensifying the debate over revenue, housing and economic competitiveness.

The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage fell this week to 6.3%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released Thursday. That is down from last week's reading of 6.37%.

More than half of outstanding mortgages still carry rates at or below 4%, but new buyers face much steeper costs as average payments hit $2,005 per month.

New York officials propose an annual surcharge on second homes valued at over $5 million in NYC amid a shrinking tax base and budget pressures.