Paper check fraud is on the rise: What to know
Many Americans still write paper checks for bills, purchases and services. However, bad actors are making a comeback and ripping off customers and U.S. banks.
Black Friday shopping shocker: 35% of items will offer no savings vs. pre-Black Friday prices
Black Friday is coming up fast and many Americans are preparing for a weekend of deals ahead of the holidays. A WalletHub report shared some startling retail realities.
Fed won't cut interest rates until well into 2024: Sarah Kunst
Cleo Capital managing director Sarah Kunst discusses whether the Fed is done hiking rates and when they could start cutting on 'Making Money.'
US economy needs deflation now: Don Luskin
TrendMacro Chief Investment Officer Don Luskin explains how deflation can help fix the government's inflation problem on 'Making Money.'
Gas prices dip further, bringing drivers relief ahead of Thanksgiving: AAA
The national average for a gallon of gas is steadily declining. If both gas demand and oil prices stay low, drivers can anticipate additional decreases in pump prices leading up to Thanksgiving.
Retailers are cautious about the future of consumer spending: Heather Zumarraga
Zuma Global President Heather Zumarraga discusses consumer spending habits ahead of the 2023 holiday shopping season on 'Varney & Co.'
Today's mortgage rates fall for both 15- and 30-year terms
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.
Mortgage rates dip further and could be the break homebuyers need: Freddie Mac
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 7.44% for the week ending Nov. 16, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
Many older Americans having difficulty managing debt, AARP survey indicates
A recent AARP survey of Americans aged 50 and older found many are struggling to manage their debt load amid elevated inflation and high interest rates.
Strike's global money app is like a Venmo for the world: CEO Jack Mallers
Strike CEO Jack Mallers discusses the crypto space and the future of Bitcoin on 'Making Money.'
Buyers paid 46% more for mortgages in 2022, CFPB report says
Borrowers who got a mortgage in 2022 saw their average monthly payment soar 46% in 2022 and paid more than $2,000 per month, according to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).
This week's personal loan rates lower 3- and 5-year loans
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Today's mortgage rates rise for both 15- and 30-year terms
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.
Water damage is a big home risk – Here's how you can avoid a disaster
Homeowners could be doing more to protect their homes from non-weather related water damage – the second most prevalent cause of insurance loss claims – and could save money as a result, a recent survey by The Hanover Insurance Group said.
Inflation is falling, but Americans are still paying an extra $680 a month due to high prices
Inflation has fallen considerably from the highs of mid-2022, but price gains are still costing Americans an extra $680 a month compared with two years ago.
AI is changing the human contribution to GDP: Rebecca Walser
Walser Wealth Management President Rebecca Walser discusses the lingering effects of inflation on the economy and whether a college education is still necessary on 'Making Money.'
Private student loan interest rates soar for 5- and 10-year loans
The latest private student loan interest rates from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
Today’s mortgage rates drop for both 15- and 30-year terms
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.
Retail sales drop in October for first time in 7 months
Retail sales fell in October for the first time in seven months as consumers pulled back on spending in the face of inflation and high interest rates.
Push to cap loan interest fees at 36% may leave subprime borrowers without credit, trade groups warn
New legislation seeks to cap interest rates on all consumer loans, but banking groups warn it could do more harm than good.