Price of Biden's student loan repayment plan could double as take-up increases, report says
Cost estimates more than double for Biden's federal student loan repayment overhaul – considered a fallback for the administration's stalled forgiveness plan – when a bigger uptake of the program is factored in, a recent report said.
Today's 15- and 10-year mortgage rates continue to offer best opportunity for interest savings | Feb. 7, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for Feb. 7, 2023, which are mixed from yesterday.
Tax Season 2023: Here's how the Inflation Reduction Act might impact your refund this year
The IRS received nearly $80 billion in funding under the Inflation Reduction Act and said it has already hired more than 5,000 new telephone assistors and added more in-person staff to help taxpayers with filing this year.
Today's mortgage rates: Look to shorter terms for best bargain | Feb. 6, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for Feb. 6, 2023, which are mixed from last Friday.
High prices and interest rates will keep drivers from buying cars in 2023: survey
Forty-nine percent of drivers said they did not intend to purchase a new car in 2023, but 38% said they would consider buying a car this year if prices fell, according to a recent survey by Jerry, a car compare-and-buy service.
Powerball jackpot grows to $747 million after no winner
No one beat the odds and won the top Powerball prize Saturday night.
Here are the winning numbers for Saturday’s Powerball drawing
The estimated $700 million Powerball jackpot is the 10th largest in U.S. lottery history.
$700M Powerball prize latest in string of giant jackpots
Saturday's drawing is the 10th largest in U.S. lottery history.
Biden’s Junk Fee Prevention Act aims to cut hidden costs
From hidden concert ticket fees to early termination fees, the Junk Fee Prevention Act aims to save Americans billions.
Bed Bath & Beyond closing 87 additional stores. Here’s the list of locations
The latest store closings are impacting the struggling retailer as it considers its options, including possibly filing for bankruptcy.
Fed raises rates 25 basis points in first meeting of 2023
The Federal Reserve announced a highly anticipated interest rate increase of 25 basis points at its February meeting. Here's what it means for your wallet.
Gig economy workers lose money during tax season through missed deductions, survey says
Many self-employed workers, especially the younger generation lose out on cost savings through missed tax deductions. Here's what gig workers should have their eye on to help save money on taxes or increase their tax return.
How the latest Fed interest rate hike could impact you
The rate increase will likely make it even costlier to borrow for homes, autos and other purchases.
America is more rent-burdened than ever: These cities take the biggest chunk of your budget
Renters in these U.S. cities pay, on average, more than 30% of their income in rent.
Today's best mortgage deal? Twenty-year rates plunge more than a quarter of a percentage point | Feb. 1, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for Feb. 1, 2023, which are largely down from yesterday.
Another week of higher gas prices shows no signs of slowing: AAA
Gas prices continue to climb as demand grows and oil prices surge, according to the latest report from AAA. Drivers are also facing rising insurance costs in 2023.
She closed her eyes and blindly picked lottery numbers. It worked.
“I had to go with my gut and my gut said to just close my eyes and pick,” the North Carolina woman said.
Still time to save: Today’s 30-year mortgage rates hold steady | Jan. 30, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for Jan. 30, 2023, which are largely unchanged from last Friday.
School bus driver wins $150,000 on $5 scratch-off and plans to pay off mortgage
Paula Harris, a 59-year-old school bus driver in North Carolina, said she also hopes to use the winnings to help out her kids.
Vegas Strip resorts used vendor to fix hotel rates: Lawsuit
The average daily room rate for hotels on the Las Vegas Strip hit a high last year, topping $200 a night.