Nearly half of recent buyers have mortgage rates below 5%, Zillow says – here's how
Although average rates are much higher, 45% of buyers who have purchased a home in the past year report having a rate below 5%, according to a new Zillow survey.
Although average rates are much higher, 45% of buyers who have purchased a home in the past year report having a rate below 5%, according to a new Zillow survey.
Halloween 2024: Food deals and freebies
Happy Halloween! From free cookies to discounted chicken nuggets, here are some food freebies and deals.
Happy Halloween! From free cookies to discounted chicken nuggets, here are some food freebies and deals.
CEO makes bold prediction on housing market as trend signals positive outlook
Inter Ikea CEO Jon Abrahamsson Ring believes that the housing market will likely rebound before the end of this year amid rising mortgage rates.
Inter Ikea CEO Jon Abrahamsson Ring believes that the housing market will likely rebound before the end of this year amid rising mortgage rates.
Recall expanded for Dynacare Baby Powder due to potential asbestos contamination
The baby powders were sold on Amazon.com and in several states.
The baby powders were sold on Amazon.com and in several states.
Mortgage rates go up again this week – what’s the forecast for November?
Mortgage rates could change in November, but experts are split on by how much, according to a recent report.
Mortgage rates could change in November, but experts are split on by how much, according to a recent report.
Infant care costs roughly 10% of a family's annual income in nearly all states, study finds
A new study reveals that child care expenses are absorbing a significant portion of family household incomes nationwide.
A new study reveals that child care expenses are absorbing a significant portion of family household incomes nationwide.
Qualifications for retirement benefits to get harder
In 2025, it will become slightly harder to qualify for Social Security benefits in retirement amid a change set to take effect related to the value of a work "credit." Americans must earn a certain amount of Social Security credits in their lifetime to become eligible for retirement benefits. LiveNOW from FOX host Christy Matino spoke to Ed Butowsky, Chapwood Investment Managing Partner on the latest.
In 2025, it will become slightly harder to qualify for Social Security benefits in retirement amid a change set to take effect related to the value of a work "credit." Americans must earn a certain amount of Social Security credits in their lifetime to become eligible for retirement benefits. LiveNOW from FOX host Christy Matino spoke to Ed Butowsky, Chapwood Investment Managing Partner on the latest.
Wendy's offering free Frosty, nuggets – how to get the Halloween week deals
Wendy's is offering a host of deals through Halloween, including a free small chocolate Frosty with any purchase on Oct. 29.
Wendy's is offering a host of deals through Halloween, including a free small chocolate Frosty with any purchase on Oct. 29.
Oil prices fall amid weaker global demand
Global oil prices are falling sharply after a retaliatory strike by Israel over the weekend targeted Iranian military sites rather than its energy infrastructure as had been feared. Patrick Gourley, an associate professor of economics at the University of New Haven, joined LiveNOW from FOX to discuss.
Global oil prices are falling sharply after a retaliatory strike by Israel over the weekend targeted Iranian military sites rather than its energy infrastructure as had been feared. Patrick Gourley, an associate professor of economics at the University of New Haven, joined LiveNOW from FOX to discuss.
Apple Intelligence has arrived. Here's how to update your device to get it
Apple’s Intelligence features debuted on Monday for eligible devices. It comes after the company first announced Apple Intelligence in June.
Apple’s Intelligence features debuted on Monday for eligible devices. It comes after the company first announced Apple Intelligence in June.
Best and worst college towns in 2025, according to WalletHub ranking
A city was ranked based on size, as well as the cost of living, how many students there were living there and the job availability, among many other factors.
A city was ranked based on size, as well as the cost of living, how many students there were living there and the job availability, among many other factors.
Costco issues recall notices for frozen waffles, freeze dried meat over listeria concerns
Two more products were added to Costco's recall list this due to concerns of listeria, a foodborne illness especially dangerous for pregnant women. (321 kB)
Two more products were added to Costco's recall list this due to concerns of listeria, a foodborne illness especially dangerous for pregnant women. (321 kB)
Visa report highlights emerging scams targeting consumers and travelers
Visa's new report highlighted the emergence of digital pickpocketing and scams targeting travelers.
Visa's new report highlighted the emergence of digital pickpocketing and scams targeting travelers.
Here are the top Halloween costumes for couples, according to Google
Whether you're throwing a Halloween party or planning to trick-or-treat, Google offers some great ideas for costumes to get you ready for the holiday.
Whether you're throwing a Halloween party or planning to trick-or-treat, Google offers some great ideas for costumes to get you ready for the holiday.
IRS sets new tax brackets
The IRS has set new tax brackets and raised the standard deduction for 2025. Sandra Swirski, the founder of Integer joined LiveNOW from FOX's Christy Matino to talk all things taxes.
The IRS has set new tax brackets and raised the standard deduction for 2025. Sandra Swirski, the founder of Integer joined LiveNOW from FOX's Christy Matino to talk all things taxes.
Frozen waffle recall over listeria concerns expanded: see the product list
A frozen waffle recall has been expanded to include more food items, including pancake products, amid the risk of listeria contamination.
A frozen waffle recall has been expanded to include more food items, including pancake products, amid the risk of listeria contamination.
McDonald's E. coli update: Contaminated onions came from California farm, officials say
McDonald's pulled Quarter Pounders from 20% of its U.S. stores this week — and now other fast-food restaurants have temporarily stopped using onions.
McDonald's pulled Quarter Pounders from 20% of its U.S. stores this week — and now other fast-food restaurants have temporarily stopped using onions.
Starbucks CEO says company will fix 'overly complex menu' to reverse sales slump
Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol announced that the coffee giant plans to fix its menu and pricing as it seeks to boost traffic and turn around sagging sales.
Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol announced that the coffee giant plans to fix its menu and pricing as it seeks to boost traffic and turn around sagging sales.
How much money you need to never work again
So, how much money would it take to never work again? Our expert gives his opinion on how much money that would be and what to do with it.
So, how much money would it take to never work again? Our expert gives his opinion on how much money that would be and what to do with it.
Social Security: Here's how far the average check goes in 50 largest US cities, according to study
Millions of Americans receive Social Security benefits and depending on where you live, the check might stretch a little more for expenses based on findings from a recent study.
Millions of Americans receive Social Security benefits and depending on where you live, the check might stretch a little more for expenses based on findings from a recent study.