Mortgage rates dip further and could be the break homebuyers need: Freddie Mac
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 7.44% for the week ending Nov. 16, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
Venmo Groups will now help split expenses: ‘One of our most requested features’
Venmo has the answer for the headache of splitting up the bill, whether you’re traveling in a group or all out to dinner.
Record number of Americans moving to disaster prone areas
Despite recent natural disasters, places known for climate risk are becoming popular destinations for homeowners.
Credit card balances grow $48 billion in the third quarter: NY Fed
Credit card balances spiked by $154 billion year over year, notching the most significant increase since 1999, according to the New York Fed.
US consumer inflation eased in October, driven by cheaper gas, cars and airfares
Inflation in the United States slowed last month in a sign that the Federal Reserve’s interest rate hikes are continuing to cool the consumer price spikes that have bedeviled consumers for the past two years.
Homebuying to remain slow through 2023: agent survey
High mortgage rates and home prices may keep homebuyers on the sidelines through 2023, a survey found. But you can still find the best mortgage rate by comparing your options.
Alarming number of Americans fall deeper into credit card debt each month: survey
Americans owe more than $5,000 in credit card debt on average and in times of high inflation and rising interest rates, they are relying on credit cards more than ever before. But there are ways to pay off debt quickly.
Retirement savings are getting sucked up in a financial vortex: Goldman Sachs
U.S. workers have upped their retirement savings, but competing spending continues to challenge most from reaching their goals, a recent Goldman Sachs Asset Management (GSAM) retirement report said.
Gas prices’ steady decline might gain momentum as holidays approach: AAA
Nationwide gas prices continue to fall as demand likely remains flat. The steady decline could accelerate following recent drops in the price of oil, according to AAA.
IRS sets new tax brackets, standard deduction for 2024
The IRS makes such adjustments annually, but in times of inflation, the increases are more significant and impactful for taxpayers.
Rare Titanic first-class menu from ill-fated voyage heads to auction
This historic menu, which dates back to the ill-fated ship's voyage from Queenstown to New York, features dishes like spring lamb and "squab à la godard."
$2 bill could be worth thousands depending on age and condition
If you have a $2 bill lying around, this might be your lucky day.
Back-to-office mandates are pushing some Americans to sell homes at a loss
Back-to-office mandates are pushing many home sellers to close quickly, Redfin reported. This could open up the market to many homebuyers amid low housing availability and high home prices. Here’s what you need to know.
Netflix raising prices again in December
Netflix members are getting emails about another price increase that will be implemented before the end of the year.
Issue that caused deposit delays for some Bank of America customers, resolved, Fed says
Bank of America said account information remained secure and balances would be updated as soon as the deposits were received.
California food prices could get even more expensive as fast food wages set to increase
Think the prices of groceries and fast food in California is getting expensive? Get ready to possibly pay even more as the state prepares to increase the minimum wage for fast food workers beginning next year.
Homes in this California city sell faster than anywhere else in the state, study shows
Only one California city made Redfin's list of fastest housing markets in the U.S.
A quarter of student loan borrowers said they'd boycott repayment
25% of Americans said they’ll boycott student loan payments after the pause. But defaulting on student loans can be severe even with Biden’s student loan safety net programs.
Legendary Laker Earvin ‘Magic’ Johnson is now a billionaire, Forbes reports
Earvin “Magic" Johnson is equally iconic in the world of business as he is in the world of sports.
Matthew Perry, 'Friends' cast earned millions from show's residuals each year
A glimpse at how much the actor made in residuals from "Friends" is a testament to the sitcom's enduring popularity nearly 20 years after it ended.