Man wins fight with Cartier after buying $14,000 earrings for $14
A man was shocked at how cheap the earrings were online, and it started a dispute with the luxury jeweler.
Cinco de Mayo: State-by-state guide to margarita costs
Today's Homeowner reports that the cost of making a homemade margarita in the U.S. varies regionally, with a national average of $2.56 per drink.
Here’s how many different grocery stores Americans visit per week, and what they buy
How many different grocery stores do Americans visit for their weekly haul? A recent consumer survey found the answer, as well as how much they spend, what they buy, and more.
Americans adjust retirement goals up 15 percent but savings drop: survey
U.S. adults believe they will need at least $1.46 million to retire in style, a Northwestern Mutual survey said.
Consumers see higher auto payments in exchange for better borrowing rates
Car loan terms have shortened as buyers with better credit seek cheaper rates for higher monthly payments, a recent Experian report said.
Interest rates not changing until inflation cools, Federal Reserve says
The Federal Reserve announced its decision to maintain its key interest rate at a two-decade high of roughly 5.3% amid ongoing concerns about high inflation.
Peacock is getting a subscription price increase. Here's what it means for consumers
The streaming platform’s new price hike will happen this summer, marking the second time in a year the subscription cost is going up.
Biden's new student loan forgiveness plan would cost an extra $84 billion: report
Biden has proposed a plan B student loan forgiveness proposal that would cost taxpayers an extra $84 billion, a recent Penn Wharton analysis said.
Many Americans spend more than 30 percent of their take-home pay on a mortgage: survey
Homebuyers ready to take the plunge in today's housing market have had to sink a bigger portion of their paychecks into mortgage payments and make significant cuts to everyday spending, a recent survey said.
Prices at California Chipotle, McDonald's and other fast-food chains are rising following minimum wage hike
Prices at California Chipotle have gone up 6% to 7% since California's new fast food minimum wage went into effect, the Wall Street Journal reported.
Student loan forgiveness: Some may qualify but need to take action by April 30
Seeking student loan forgiveness? Some borrowers who consolidate their loans could qualify, but there’s a key deadline approaching.
Gold pocket watch recovered from Titanic’s wealthiest passenger sells for nearly $1.5M
A gold pocket watch worn by the richest passenger aboard the Titanic when the ill-fated ocean liner sank was sold at auction on Saturday for a record-breaking sum of nearly $1.5 million.
How much money it takes to be 'rich' in America for 2024
A recent study utilizing IRS data reveals that the income required to be considered "rich" varies widely across the U.S., reflecting regional differences in cost of living, local economies, and tax structures.
Here's how much you need to make to be considered middle class in California
What does it mean to be "middle class" in California? Here's' the median income you need to earn.
Campus protests bring renewed scrutiny to college presidents' million-dollar salaries
University presidents at UPenn, Columbia, NYU and other schools earn millions in annual compensation.
Here's what it takes to be considered middle class in 2024 for each state
With inflation rising, some families who used to be "middle class" no longer fit in that category. Here are the cheapest and most expensive states and cities for 2024.
Bad service, no tip: Most Americans demand quality before tipping
A recent YouGov poll reveals that as tipping becomes an expected norm in increasingly varied sectors amid rising living costs, over half of Americans now express a growing resentment towards tipping, opting to leave no tip for subpar service.
More than a third of Gen Z, millennials seek help from their parents to afford a house down payment
Young homebuyers are combating high home prices by asking their parents for help with home down payments.
Your $1 and $2 bills could be worth thousands: What to look for
These very rare $1 and $2 bills could be worth a lot more than face value. Here's how to spot bills that are worth hanging onto.
These salaried workers are now eligible for overtime pay
The Biden administration's new rule significantly expands overtime pay eligibility to millions of salaried workers in the U.S., setting higher income thresholds and updating salary limits every three years.