Social Security has a 'billionaire problem,' advocate warns

Social Security benefits will be cut significantly in 2035 without a fix. Here's what advocates say we can do to prevent that.

Nearly 80% of Americans now consider fast food a 'luxury' due to high prices

A recent LendingTree survey found that 78% of Americans now consider fast food a "luxury" purchase due to high prices, with 62% eating it less frequently and nearly half finding it as expensive as sit-down restaurant meals.

Maps of school teacher salary averages for 2024

Adjusted for inflation, teachers are reportedly making 5% less than they did 10 years ago. Here’s how average teacher salaries measure up to each state’s minimum living wage threshold.

Chipotle customers claim filming gets bigger portions amid portion size controversy

Chipotle customers are claiming that filming employees results in larger portions amid ongoing complaints about reduced portion sizes and high food prices.

Real estate investors snatching up record share of affordable homes, report finds

Real estate investors are buying U.S. homes at the fastest pace in nearly two years, according to new findings from Redfin. Here’s what’s driving this.

Costco price hike: Popular items see unexpected jumps in cost

Gas prices have quietly increased along with olive oil, but Costco's famous $1.50 hot dog and soda combo remains unchanged.

Dow hits 40,000 for first time

The Dow Jones Industrial Average crossed 40,000 for the first time ever Thursday as investors celebrated solid earnings and a slight easing of consumer inflation last month.