How much money you need to retire in your state – without Social Security
With Social Security's future uncertain, the amount of money to retire comfortably varies substantially by state. Here’s where your area ranks.
With Social Security's future uncertain, the amount of money to retire comfortably varies substantially by state. Here’s where your area ranks.
Buy now, pay later under scrutiny as Klarna reports rising defaults
Klarna says more customers are falling behind on their buy now, pay later loans as U.S. consumer debt hits a record high. Here’s what’s behind the trend and what it means for financial health.
Klarna says more customers are falling behind on their buy now, pay later loans as U.S. consumer debt hits a record high. Here’s what’s behind the trend and what it means for financial health.
Retirement account balances dip in 1st quarter, but savers keep contributing
Fidelity analysis shows combined employee, employer savings rate at 14.3%, near suggested target.
Fidelity analysis shows combined employee, employer savings rate at 14.3%, near suggested target.
Tipping culture is "out of control," more Americans say in annual poll
Tip creep? A majority of U.S. adults said they have a negative view of tipping, according to a 2025 survey. Here's who typically gets the most – and least – tips.
Tip creep? A majority of U.S. adults said they have a negative view of tipping, according to a 2025 survey. Here's who typically gets the most – and least – tips.
Moody’s strips US of top credit rating: What the downgrade means for your wallet
Moody’s has downgraded the US credit rating for the first time, citing rising debt and political dysfunction. Here’s what the move means for your wallet, interest rates, and the broader economy.
Moody’s has downgraded the US credit rating for the first time, citing rising debt and political dysfunction. Here’s what the move means for your wallet, interest rates, and the broader economy.
Here's how hard it is to afford a home today vs. 25 years ago
A new report collected data on mortgage rates, home prices, and household incomes over 25 years to see how much harder it is to buy a home today than it was in 2000. Here's what the data found.
A new report collected data on mortgage rates, home prices, and household incomes over 25 years to see how much harder it is to buy a home today than it was in 2000. Here's what the data found.
Barstool's Dave Portnoy offers investing advice, but reveals one big caveat
El Presidente dishes on his investment strategy.
El Presidente dishes on his investment strategy.
Here's how much couples are spending on weddings in 2025
A new LendingTree survey reveals that 67% of newlyweds in 2025 went into debt for their wedding, with many saying financial pressure and regrets followed soon after.
A new LendingTree survey reveals that 67% of newlyweds in 2025 went into debt for their wedding, with many saying financial pressure and regrets followed soon after.
Cash stuffing explained: Why envelope budgeting is making a comeback
Cash stuffing — a budgeting strategy using cash and envelopes — is surging in popularity in 2025. Here’s how it works, why it’s catching on again, and what to know before trying it.
Cash stuffing — a budgeting strategy using cash and envelopes — is surging in popularity in 2025. Here’s how it works, why it’s catching on again, and what to know before trying it.
Here’s how much you could save in your state by ditching pricey coffee runs
Skipping your daily coffee run could save you thousands of dollars, according to a new study.
Skipping your daily coffee run could save you thousands of dollars, according to a new study.
What's driving Americans' record-high credit card debt? Annual survey reveals answers
Industry analysts warn that carrying a credit card balance is a slippery slope.
Industry analysts warn that carrying a credit card balance is a slippery slope.
Judge scraps Biden-era rule capping credit card late fees: What to know
A federal judge has scrapped a rule from the Biden administration that would have placed a cap on credit card late fees.
A federal judge has scrapped a rule from the Biden administration that would have placed a cap on credit card late fees.
The easiest states to save money in 2025
A new study ranked all 50 states to find out how easy — or difficult — it was for residents to grow their savings. Here’s what they found.
A new study ranked all 50 states to find out how easy — or difficult — it was for residents to grow their savings. Here’s what they found.
How much is the average tax refund in 2025? It depends on where you live
A new report shows tax refunds are larger in 2025—but fewer people are receiving them. Geography, income, and tax policy all play a role in how much money Americans get back from the IRS.
A new report shows tax refunds are larger in 2025—but fewer people are receiving them. Geography, income, and tax policy all play a role in how much money Americans get back from the IRS.
Inflation fell in March despite Trump tariffs: Here's why
Inflation fell to its lowest numbers since September last month, despite President Trump’s back-and-forth on tariffs and uncertainty surrounding the economy.
Inflation fell to its lowest numbers since September last month, despite President Trump’s back-and-forth on tariffs and uncertainty surrounding the economy.
Map: The gender wage gap is highest in these states
Women earn 75 cents for every dollar paid to their male counterparts, the report found.
Women earn 75 cents for every dollar paid to their male counterparts, the report found.
IRS stimulus check update: Deadline, eligibility, and how to claim your refund
Time is running out for individuals who missed claiming the Recovery Rebate Credit on their 2021 tax returns. This refundable credit is available to those who did not receive one or more Economic Impact Payments (EIPs), commonly referred to as stimulus checks.
Time is running out for individuals who missed claiming the Recovery Rebate Credit on their 2021 tax returns. This refundable credit is available to those who did not receive one or more Economic Impact Payments (EIPs), commonly referred to as stimulus checks.
These major US airlines have top frequent-flier programs: study
Alaska, United and Delta Airlines all earned high ranks.
Alaska, United and Delta Airlines all earned high ranks.
Should you sell your stocks now? What to know amid Trump tariffs and market turmoil
With stocks sliding and fears rising, advisers say emotional decisions now could lead to long-term losses — here’s what to know before you sell.
With stocks sliding and fears rising, advisers say emotional decisions now could lead to long-term losses — here’s what to know before you sell.
Worry about US Social Security system has hit 15-year high, Gallup poll finds
A recent poll shows economic concerns, especially Social Security, are top worries for Americans.
A recent poll shows economic concerns, especially Social Security, are top worries for Americans.