Parents rely heavily on borrowing to pay for college costs: survey
Roughly 42% of families said they planned to rely on federal student loans, and 16% said they would use private loans to pay for college, according to a recent survey.
Roughly 42% of families said they planned to rely on federal student loans, and 16% said they would use private loans to pay for college, according to a recent survey.
USA national debt surpasses $35 trillion
The USA national debt surpasses $35 trillion.
The USA national debt surpasses $35 trillion.
Vegas slots player hits $2 million jackpot on $3 bet
The visitor was down to their last bet at the Palms Casino Resort when she decided to make a $3 bet on the Wheel of Fortune slots, the casino said.
The visitor was down to their last bet at the Palms Casino Resort when she decided to make a $3 bet on the Wheel of Fortune slots, the casino said.
Champagne sales down worldwide in 2024, industry executives cite lack of 'cheer'
One executive claims a lack of "cheer" worldwide caused bubbly sales to go flat in the first half of 2024, according to an earnings call this week.
One executive claims a lack of "cheer" worldwide caused bubbly sales to go flat in the first half of 2024, according to an earnings call this week.
Parents say schools asking too much for back-to-school supplies: Survey
Parents are expected to spend billions of dollars collectively on back-to-school shopping this year.
Parents are expected to spend billions of dollars collectively on back-to-school shopping this year.
US economic growth increased last quarter to a healthy 2.8% annual rate
The nation’s economy accelerated last quarter at a strong 2.8% annual pace, with consumers and businesses helping drive growth despite the pressure of continually high interest rates.
The nation’s economy accelerated last quarter at a strong 2.8% annual pace, with consumers and businesses helping drive growth despite the pressure of continually high interest rates.
A $1 million starter home? It’s becoming the norm in these cities
There are now 237 cities in the U.S. where the typical starter home is worth $1 million or more. Five years ago, there were only 84 such cities.
There are now 237 cities in the U.S. where the typical starter home is worth $1 million or more. Five years ago, there were only 84 such cities.
Bosses admit that return-to-office mandates were meant to make staff quit
Bosses implemented return-to-office mandates hoping their workers would quit
Bosses implemented return-to-office mandates hoping their workers would quit
Here is where California ranks on the worst places to retire
California landed near the bottom in a new ranking of the best and worst places to retire in the U.S.
California landed near the bottom in a new ranking of the best and worst places to retire in the U.S.
Home goods retailer files for bankruptcy, to close over 70 stores
The company said store closures will span 13 states.
The company said store closures will span 13 states.
Americans are falling behind on their car payments, data shows
Recent data from auto experts shows that Americans are struggling with car payments, with the number of defaults industrywide up in the first half of 2024.
Recent data from auto experts shows that Americans are struggling with car payments, with the number of defaults industrywide up in the first half of 2024.
Survey reveals how many parents have quit their jobs to raise children
The new study underscores the financial burden that child care costs impose on many parents.
The new study underscores the financial burden that child care costs impose on many parents.
$54M jackpot: This Northern California store sold winning SuperLotto Plus ticket
One super lucky SuperLotto Plus ticket with a jackpot worth $54 million was sold in Northern California over the weekend.
One super lucky SuperLotto Plus ticket with a jackpot worth $54 million was sold in Northern California over the weekend.
Does money buy happiness? A new study suggests it can
A study sampled more than 33,000 employed U.S. adults who answered questions on a scale called “satisfaction with life."
A study sampled more than 33,000 employed U.S. adults who answered questions on a scale called “satisfaction with life."
Peacock raises its prices -- here's what subscribers will now pay
Customers will see a new change on their monthly bills after Peacock’s latest rate hike. Here’s what you need to know.
Customers will see a new change on their monthly bills after Peacock’s latest rate hike. Here’s what you need to know.
New 401(k) rule makes it easier to tap savings for emergencies
A new law has made it easier for Americans to tap their 401(k)s and other retirement accounts for emergency funds as they continue to battle high inflation.
A new law has made it easier for Americans to tap their 401(k)s and other retirement accounts for emergency funds as they continue to battle high inflation.
Student loan forgiveness: Biden cancels another $1.2B in debt for public service workers
Student loan borrowers who work in public service, such as teachers, nurses, firefighters, and others, will benefit from the student debt relief, the Education Department said.
Student loan borrowers who work in public service, such as teachers, nurses, firefighters, and others, will benefit from the student debt relief, the Education Department said.
IRS issues warning to taxpayers
The Internal Revenue Service is issuing a warning to taxpayers about a new scam on their radar that could cost you time and money.
The Internal Revenue Service is issuing a warning to taxpayers about a new scam on their radar that could cost you time and money.
Retirees with $1 million in savings could run out of money faster in these states, study finds
Data from GoBankingRates offered better outlooks for retirees in Southeastern and Midwestern states.
Data from GoBankingRates offered better outlooks for retirees in Southeastern and Midwestern states.
4 of America's wealthiest suburbs are in Southern California - see the list
Overall, 16 California suburbs made the list - four of them in Southern California and 12 in the Bay Area.
Overall, 16 California suburbs made the list - four of them in Southern California and 12 in the Bay Area.