Homebuyers in these states pay the most on unexpected fees

Data collected in March 2024 showed which states in the United States paid the most unexpected fees when buying a home.

Yogi tea bags recalled over excess pesticide residues

Tens of thousands of Yogi tea bags have been recalled over excess pesticide residues, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Here's how much it could cost to watch every NFL game this season

Sports fans planning to catch some of the top matchups this football season may be paying a lot of cash to see their favorite NFL teams.

McDonald's $5 meal deal: More details reported in plan to lure customers

McDonald’s is launching a new $5 meal deal promo to help lure in price-conscious customers. Here’s when it will start, according to reports citing internal emails.

April CPI report shows inflation ticked downward
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Thomas Savidge with the American Institute for Economic Research joins LiveNOW's Andrew Craft to break down the latest CPI report.

House down payments: Highest and lowest averages by city

The average down payment when buying a home in the U.S. is about $56,000 which is 24% more than a year ago.

Housing prices in these states will become 'more affordable,’ Redfin CEO says

The Fed’s handling of rate cuts will play a key role in 2024 housing affordability, but according to one expert, certain U.S. states are already seeing "good" signs.

Consumers buying more chicken as inflation continues

With the surge in meat costs related to inflation, shoppers are going to cheaper alternatives like chicken at their local grocery stores.

Here are the top 10 rental markets for recent college grads

Researchers put together a new report featuring the best places for new grads to call home, and these are the cities that made this year’s list.

Airlines file lawsuit over Biden's 'hidden junk fees' crackdown

U.S. airlines, including American, Delta, and United, have filed a lawsuit against the Biden administration to overturn a new rule requiring upfront fee transparency, arguing it overreaches authority and confuses consumers, while the Transportation Department vows to defend against what it calls "hidden junk fees."

What is ‘ghost debt’? Buy now, pay later plans more popular than ever

A new form of debt looping a lot of Americans is being referred to as “ghost debt” or “phantom debt” – stemming from the popular buy now, pay later apps.

US regulators investigate credit card rewards 'bait and switch' schemes

U.S. authorities have already taken action against American Express and Bank of America in a "bait and switch" credit card rewards investigation.

Reports: McDonald's planning $5 meal deal to win back customers

McDonald's is reportedly introducing a $5 meal deal in an effort to attract customers deterred by recent price increases.