Americans prepare for possible recession
Nearly half of Americans surveyed by Bankrate said they are spending less on discretionary items as they prepare for the possibility of a full-blown recession by the end of 2023.
What is a 401k? All you need to know about managing your retirement plan
A 401(k) plan allows American workers to save enough money to live on during retirement and is sponsored by employers in various mutual funds.
Stuart Varney: Biden's student loan handout is not going down well
FOX Business' Stuart Varney discusses Biden's expected $10,000 student loan handout, questioning where the relief is for people who already paid off their loans.
Good news: 3 key mortgage refinance rates tumble | August 24, 2022
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for August 24, 2022, which are largely down from yesterday.
Biden student loan handout could eliminate Schumer-Manchin law deficit reduction
President Biden's cancellation of $10,000 in student debt for some Americans could wipe out any deficit savings from the $739 billion reconciliation bill if Congress doesn't step in to offset the cost.
US pending home sales drop again in July, tumbling to lowest level since 2020
The National Association of Realtors said on Wednesday that its pending home sales index dropped 19.9% in July compared with last year, the lowest level since early 2020.
Student loan deal could cost $900B and favor top earners, analysis shows
President Biden is gearing up to make an announcement on student loan debt forgiveness, but a new analysis shows that cancelling debt could cost up $980 billion.
Back-to-school scams: College students beware of potential scheming swindlers
College is back in session, which means college students are preparing to dole out a hefty chunk of change on tuition fees and school supplies. They are targets for scammers.
US economy headed for recession by mid-2023, majority of economists say
A majority of economists think the Federal Reserve will trigger a recession with its war on inflation, with a new survey showing 72% have forecasted a downturn next year.
MoviePass to relaunch in fall with a waitlist, after shutting down in 2019: ‘Space is limited’
MoviePass announced it will return with a beta app on Labor Day to only select users. Its former parent company, Helios and Matheson Analytics Inc., shut down the service in 2019.
Colorado ski resort Steamboat Springs is limiting short-term rentals
Because Colorado ski resort Steamboat Springs is facing a housing crisis, the town passed a ban on new short-term rentals in most of the town, such as those booked on Airbnb.
9 same-day personal loans
If you need money fast, check out these 9 lenders that offer same-day personal loans.
Build-A-Bear Workshop releases scented Pumpkin Spice Bear for fall
Build-A-Bear Workshop announced the release of its Pumpkin Spice Bear with new autumn-themed outfits, accessories and scents to ring in the fall season.
Amazon sparks more privacy concerns after offering billions to acquire iRobot, One Medical
Amazon plans to spend billions of dollars on two gigantic acquisitions: iRobot and One Medical. If approved, Amazon could gather data Roomba collects from mapping floor plans and more.
Biden's using student loan forgiveness to buy votes, reward Democratic base going into midterms: Kevin Hassett
Former Council of Economic Advisors Chairman Kevin Hassett accuses the Biden administration of using student debt relief as an attempt to buy votes from its Democratic base.
Social Security accelerates decision-making process for those with severe disabilities
The Social Security Administration announced 12 new conditions that will receive a quick decision on disability benefits.
US new home sales plunge for sixth straight month to lowest level since 2016
Purchases of new homes in the U.S. fell even more than expected in July as record-high home prices and rising borrowing costs priced buyers out of the market.
Pfizer and BioNTech COVID vaccine 73.2% effective in children under 5, according to new data
Pfizer Inc and BioNTech's COVID vaccine was approved for use in children under 5 years old in June, and new studies have shown the vaccine to be 73.2% effective within that age group.
Euro falls below parity with the dollar. What's the impact?
The euro fell below the dollar for the first time in 20 years. Cheaper European hotel and restaurant prices will benefit the American consumer traveling overseas.
Today’s 15-year mortgage refinance rates offer best savings opportunity | August 23, 2022
Check out the mortgage refinancing rates for August 23, 2022, which are up from yesterday.


















