Tax refunds are nearly 29% lower so far this year, IRS data shows
Early tax filers are seeing smaller tax refunds in 2024, according to IRS data.
Today's mortgage rates hold steady for 30-year terms | March 14, 2024
Mortgage rates fluctuate almost daily based on economic conditions. Here are today’s mortgage rates and what you need to know about getting the best rate.
401(k) 'hardship' withdrawals surge to another record as high inflation stings
Hardship withdrawals allow workers to tap their 401(k) for an 'immediate and heavy financial need'
Bitcoin is a protest against the government's 'fiscal bazooka': Dylan LeClair
UTXO Management director of market intelligence Dylan LeClair discusses the Bitcoin movement as the digital asset continues to skyrocket on 'Making Money.'
Private student loan interest rates fall for 5- and 10-year loans
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Buy now, pay later is adding more pain to people's budgets: George Kamel
Ramsey Solutions personal finance expert and 'The Ramsey Show' co-host George Kamel discusses the 'buy now, pay later' craze and the trend that celebrates the financial benefits of being childless.
Student loan payments hinder retirement savings – Here's how employers are helping
Americans with student loan payments contribute at a lower rate and have smaller overall balances in their 401(k) accounts, a report from the Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI) study said.
Inflation rises as gas prices and housing costs tick up, leaving Americans concerned
Inflation rose in February, leaving the Federal Reserve uncertain about future rate hikes.
Today's mortgage rates rise for 30-year terms | March 13, 2024
Mortgage rates fluctuate almost daily based on economic conditions. Here are today’s mortgage rates and what you need to know about getting the best rate.
High debt is causing more consumers to live paycheck-to-paycheck
Both high-income and low-income consumers are facing higher levels of debts, causing more people to live paycheck-to-paycheck.
Here's where Americans are being stretched to the limit to buy a home
Homebuyers have seen the cost of buying a home double in the last three years – here's where they paid the most, according to a recent report by the National Association of Realtors.
February inflation breakdown: Where are prices still rising the fastest?
Inflation climbed faster than expected in February thanks to an uptick in the cost of rent, gas and transportation, according to new Labor Department data.
Biden doesn't know what he's talking about: John Lonski
Thru the Cycle President John Lonski explains how Biden's call for the wealthy to pay their 'fair share' will actually affect investors and the economy on 'Varney & Co.'
Today's mortgage rates stay steady for 30-year terms | March 12, 2024
Mortgage rates fluctuate almost daily based on economic conditions. Here are today’s mortgage rates and what you need to know about getting the best rate.
Nearly 32% of homes sold last quarter were new construction: Redfin
Prospective homebuyers are choosing new construction homes as sellers hold onto their homes, waiting for interest rates to drop.
This week's personal loan rates rise for 3-year loans, fall for 5-year loans
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
These 5 states rake in the most Social Security benefits
The average Social Security benefit is just under $2000, but there are ways to boost that amount.
Today's mortgage rates drop for 30-year terms | March 11, 2024
Mortgage rates fluctuate almost daily based on economic conditions. Here are today’s mortgage rates and what you need to know about getting the best rate.
Gas prices march upward as spring looms and demand grows: AAA
Higher oil prices and growing gas demand contributed to gas prices rising this week.
High mortgage rates haven't deterred homebuying: David O'Reilly
Howard Hughes Holdings CEO David O'Reilly discusses Biden's proposed tax credit for first-time homebuyers on 'The Big Money Show.'