Did Trump freeze food stamps (SNAP), Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid?
A federal judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's attempt to pause funding for federal grants and loans. But are food stamps (SNAP), Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid safe?
Survey: 50% of millennials rely on tax return to make ends meet
A new survey reveals that many Americans, especially millennials and Gen Z, depend on tax refunds while grappling with stress and financial challenges during tax season.
97% of retirement-age Americans are in debt, report finds: Here's how much
A new study shows that most retirement-age Americans carry nonmortgage debt, with Texas and Florida metros facing the highest debt levels.
Capital One outage disrupts account access nationwide
Frustrated Capital One customers flooded social media Thursday morning with complaints about account access issues.
Who will receive the $1,400 stimulus check? Here's how to check.
Approximately 1 million taxpayers will automatically receive special payments of up to $1,400 from the IRS in the coming weeks. Here’s who will receive the $1,400 stimulus check and how to check if you are one of them.
2024 tax season: When to file, 1099-K reporting other things to know
Here are key dates and important things to know about this year’s tax filing season.
Data reveals what's more expensive now than 1990 – and what's cheaper
New data from the U.S. Treasury reveals which goods and services have become significantly more expensive — and which ones are cheaper — compared to 1990.
Fed cuts key interest rate by a quarter-point: What does it mean for you?
The Fed announced Wednesday a quarter-point cut to its benchmark rate, from about 4.6% to roughly 4.3%.
2025 tax brackets: Key changes to know as filing season approaches
Tax brackets have increased by about 2.75%, with the top rate of 37% applying to incomes over $626,350 for single filers and $731,200 for joint filers.
Here's the most popular financial goal for next year — and tips for success
Paying down debt tops the list of financial goals for 2025. Here’s how Americans are planning to tackle it, based on expert insights.
Only 1 in 3 Dallas County young adults make a living wage: report
A new report says public education has to continue to change to give the next generation in the workforce a chance to make a living wage.
Many consumers stay with their banks for years unless persuaded by other bank incentives
AI and online-only perks aren't what some bank customers wants, but satisfaction with brick-and-mortar banks is declining.
How much you need to make to afford a single-family home in most US cities
Housing costs rose to record numbers in 2024.
Credit card debt surges to another record high, New York Fed data shows
Americans' debt balances grew across the board, but Fed researchers voiced 'concerning' growth in auto and credit card delinquencies.
Nearly half of Americans say debt is affecting their health: Study
A new study reveals that household debt is increasingly becoming a source of stress for many Americans.
Student loan forgiveness: Trump's win brings uncertainty to borrowers
From its launch, President Joe Biden's student loan forgiveness has faced pushback from Republican opponents.
Here are the cities with the highest student loan delinquency rates
Millions of borrowers are paying back their student loans, but a recent report shows that some are having trouble managing their monthly payments in these cities.
Inflation may be coming down but that doesn't mean prices will, expert explains
Allianz chief economic adviser Mohamed El-Erian warned that even though inflation has cooled significantly, prices consumers face are unlikely to decrease.
IRS increases 401(k), other retirement plan contribution limits for 2025
The IRS has updated its eligibility thresholds and contribution limits for 401(k), IRA and other retirement accounts.