$515M: Mega Millions jackpot is 9th-largest in game’s history

The top prize, worth an estimated $515 million, will go to the lucky person who can match the numbers on all five white balls and the gold Mega Ball.

Unemployment claims fall to 473,000, another pandemic low

The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 473,000, a new pandemic low and the latest evidence that fewer employers are cutting jobs as consumers ramp up spending and more businesses reopen.

Ohio to award $1M each to 5 adults who received at least 1 COVID-19 vaccine dose

Governor Mike DeWine announced five adults will be randomly selected to win one million dollars if they’ve received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

Cash-out refinance: Pros, cons, when to get one

A cash-out refinance replaces your current mortgage with a larger mortgage and lets you withdraw equity in cash. You can use the money however you want.

With home values high, this is how owners can benefit

Historically high property values and favorable mortgage rates are making it easier for homeowners to improve their finances. Here are three ways to reduce debt and build net worth.

Chamber of Commerce calls for end to enhanced jobless aid

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is calling for Washington to immediately stop paying out-of-work Americans an extra $300 a week in unemployment benefits, saying the boost in government aid is giving some recipients less incentive to look for work.

Here's why using a savings account for a down payment on a house is a smart money move

Saving money for a down payment is a challenging step toward homeownership. Thankfully, a high-yield savings account can help you maximize your savings so you can reach your house down payment goal faster.

Does turning 25 guarantee you a better car insurance rate?

Turning 25 can affect your car insurance rate but it’s not guaranteed. Here’s what you need to know about factors that can impact your car insurance rate.

Will my credit score be impacted by using a company credit card?

Thinking about using a company credit card? Here’s what you need to know about how it will impact your credit score.

IRS sends another batch of $1,400 stimulus checks to 2M Americans

The IRS said Thursday that it has disbursed about 161 million payments, worth roughly $379 billion, in the span of about five weeks.

Does your homeowners insurance cover emergencies?

Homeowners may skip over benefits or not realize they don't have coverage for an emergency until it's too late.

Unemployment claims fall to 547,000, a new pandemic low

The number of Americans applying for unemployment aid fell last week to 547,000, a new low since the pandemic struck and a further encouraging sign that layoffs are slowing on the strength of an improving job market.