The best food deals and freebies on Tax Day 2024
Tax Day brings food deals and freebies, catering to both those celebrating refunds and those seeking solace after paying taxes.
Auto insurance premiums are skyrocketing. What's to blame?
The cost of auto insurance rose 2.6% in March, bringing the total annual gain to 22.2% — the fastest yearly rate on record.
For the price of a home in LA, you could’ve bought a skyscraper in St. Louis
A recent sale of one of the tallest buildings in St. Louis fetched $3.6 million, a stark contrast to the regular sales of homes in LA for twice that amount, underscoring the tumultuous nature of the current real estate market in America.
This New Jersey town outranked all others as the best place to live
This northeastern community is appealing based on the job market, housing costs, and quality of schools. See what other cities made this year’s list.
Children’s ‘Yoto Mini’ speaker recalled due to burn, fire risks
The recall impacts over 200,000 children’s speakers sold at various online retailers.
Average long-term US mortgage rate hovers near 7%
The average 30-year fixed loan was 7.08% this week, according to Bankrate’s latest survey of large lenders. Here’s what a monthly mortgage payment at the current rate would look like.
Ford recalls nearly 43,000 vehicles over fuel leaks that increase fire risk
Ford Motor Co. is recalling tens of thousands of small SUVs over concerns cracked fuel injectors could leak, increasing the risk of sparking a fire in engines.
'Subscription creep': How much it's costing you and how to stop it
Managing the array of consumer options can be daunting as expenses grow, especially when subscriptions are forgotten; here are strategies to track surplus subscriptions.
How does your savings account compare to the average American?
The amount of money in your savings may vary depending on your income, lifestyle, monthly costs and other life factors.
March inflation breakdown: What prices are rising the fastest?
Here is a breakdown of where Americans are seeing prices rising and falling the fastest as they continue to wrestle with sticker shock.
New FCC rules require 'nutrition label' for high-speed internet plans
Starting April 10, the FCC's new rules require the largest internet service providers (ISPs) to display broadband disclosures in a nutrition label-style format at all points of sale, with smaller providers having until October 10 to implement the same.
Is now the best time to buy a used car? Experts weigh in on post-pandemic pricing trends
“Buying a used car today is better than it has been in nearly four years," one expert says, but there are still some key things to know.
USPS proposes raising stamp prices again
The U.S. Postal Service is proposing another increase in stamp prices.
New version of Scrabble from Mattel is collaborative, faster and less ‘intimidating’
A new version of Scrabble launched by Mattel offers a second side to the board with a way to play that is collaborative, faster-paced and more accessible.
PFAS: EPA imposes first-ever limits on 'forever chemicals' in drinking water
Toxic PFAS, or perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are widespread and long lasting in the environment. Here’s a look at the EPA’s new “life-changing” rule.
Inflation accelerates more than expected in March as high prices persist
The Labor Department has released its closely-watched report for March, showing inflation accelerated again for the third straight month.
Consumer Reports recommends banning Lunchables from school menus
Consumer Reports says its testing found the popular meal kits contain relatively high levels of lead, along with sodium and want them pulled from the National School Lunch Program.
Boeing 737 makes emergency landing in Idaho due to warning light
An Air Canada Boeing 737 flight en route from Mexico City to Vancouver, Canada, experienced an in-flight emergency, prompting an unscheduled landing at Boise, Idaho, airport, officials reported.
America's top 1% has total net worth of $44 trillion
Recent Federal Reserve data reveals that America's wealthiest 1%, with assets exceeding $11 million, amassed a record $44.6 trillion in wealth by the end of the fourth quarter of 2023, with fluctuations observed based on geographical location.