More Americans are falling behind on their utility bills, analysis shows
A new analysis finds that millions of Americans have utility debt so substantial that it may get sent to collections.
A new analysis finds that millions of Americans have utility debt so substantial that it may get sent to collections.
Hidden homeownership cost in US is nearly $16K a year, Zillow analysis finds
Homeownership is already expensive, but a new report shows the additional costs that may be putting a squeeze on your finances.
Homeownership is already expensive, but a new report shows the additional costs that may be putting a squeeze on your finances.
Impacts of a 50-year mortgage for homebuyers
President Donald Trump has mentioned a new plan to develop a 50-year mortgage that officials say could expand access to homeownership, though some experts are worried that longer-term mortgages could hamstring homebuyers. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning more about how the proposal could impact homebuyers with Jason Mitchell, a real estate broker and the founder of the Jason Mitchell Group.
President Donald Trump has mentioned a new plan to develop a 50-year mortgage that officials say could expand access to homeownership, though some experts are worried that longer-term mortgages could hamstring homebuyers. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning more about how the proposal could impact homebuyers with Jason Mitchell, a real estate broker and the founder of the Jason Mitchell Group.
US Treasury’s last five minted pennies may spark multimillion-dollar bidding war
Experts estimate the final five rare, omega-marked coins could reel in $2M-$5M at auction.
Experts estimate the final five rare, omega-marked coins could reel in $2M-$5M at auction.
SNAP participants need to reapply, Sec. Rollins says
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said Friday that the Trump administration will require SNAP participants to reapply for benefits following the 43-day government shutdown. Politico's Grace Yarrow joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss.
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said Friday that the Trump administration will require SNAP participants to reapply for benefits following the 43-day government shutdown. Politico's Grace Yarrow joins LiveNOW's Austin Westfall to discuss.
Trump admin proposes 50-year mortgage plan
Fox News Multimedia reporter Kennedy Hayes and Lending Tree's Rob Bhatt joins LiveNOW's Mike Pache to discuss the housing market and the Trump administration's 50-year mortgage proposal.
Fox News Multimedia reporter Kennedy Hayes and Lending Tree's Rob Bhatt joins LiveNOW's Mike Pache to discuss the housing market and the Trump administration's 50-year mortgage proposal.
More Americans living paycheck to paycheck, data shows
Bank of America data shows more Americans are living paycheck to paycheck. Here's where it is the worst.
Bank of America data shows more Americans are living paycheck to paycheck. Here's where it is the worst.
IRS unveils 401K and IRA contribution limits for 2026. What we know
Starting in 2026, the IRS is raising the contribution limits for 401K and retirement accounts, and here's how you can save a little more next year.
Starting in 2026, the IRS is raising the contribution limits for 401K and retirement accounts, and here's how you can save a little more next year.
Students in these states spend more of their income on education, according to analysis
Many of the states that topped list were home to some of the most famous schools such as Harvard University, University of Pennsylvania, and Yale University, to name a few.
Many of the states that topped list were home to some of the most famous schools such as Harvard University, University of Pennsylvania, and Yale University, to name a few.
Wall Street tumbles, worst day in over a month
The U.S. stock market experienced one of its most significant drops since the spring sell-off on Thursday. The tumble was driven by continued concern over possible inflated prices for AI "superstar" stocks, such as Nvidia, and growing doubts on Wall Street that the anticipated interest rate cuts will materialize. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is learning more about the tumble on Wall Street today with Eric Teal, Chief Investment Officer with Comerica Wealth Management.
The U.S. stock market experienced one of its most significant drops since the spring sell-off on Thursday. The tumble was driven by continued concern over possible inflated prices for AI "superstar" stocks, such as Nvidia, and growing doubts on Wall Street that the anticipated interest rate cuts will materialize. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is learning more about the tumble on Wall Street today with Eric Teal, Chief Investment Officer with Comerica Wealth Management.
Johnson speaks after House passes bill to end shutdown
House Speaker Mike Johnson spoke Wednesday night after the House passed a funding bill to end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, calling the shutdown a "selfish political stunt" by Democrats. President Trump is expected to sign the bill later Wednesday.
House Speaker Mike Johnson spoke Wednesday night after the House passed a funding bill to end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, calling the shutdown a "selfish political stunt" by Democrats. President Trump is expected to sign the bill later Wednesday.
U.S. Mint in Philadelphia to end penny production, last 1-cent coin pressed
In a historic moment for American currency, the U.S. Mint has struck its final penny. After more than 230 years of continuous production, the one-cent coin is being phased out in a symbolic moment, shifting away from cash.
In a historic moment for American currency, the U.S. Mint has struck its final penny. After more than 230 years of continuous production, the one-cent coin is being phased out in a symbolic moment, shifting away from cash.
Mega Millions jackpot soars to $965 million for Friday's drawing
Lottery players will have their chance to win this huge cash prize after no one matched all six numbers in Tuesday night’s drawing.
Lottery players will have their chance to win this huge cash prize after no one matched all six numbers in Tuesday night’s drawing.
Supreme Court extends order blocking full SNAP payments
The order will expire just before midnight Thursday.
The order will expire just before midnight Thursday.
Trump's 50-year mortgage proposal: What would it mean for homebuyers?
The Trump administration signaled they're planning to develop a 50-year mortgage that they think could expand access to homeownership, though experts are cautioning what it could mean for buyers.
The Trump administration signaled they're planning to develop a 50-year mortgage that they think could expand access to homeownership, though experts are cautioning what it could mean for buyers.
2026 tax filing season changes: IRS Direct File unavailable
Direct File won’t be available anymore to do your taxes next year. Here’s what that means once the tax filing season opens in January.
Direct File won’t be available anymore to do your taxes next year. Here’s what that means once the tax filing season opens in January.
USAA launches "Honor Through Action" initiative, pledges $500 million to support veterans and their families
As we pause on Veterans Day to honor and thank those who have served, USAA has launched a new initiative to celebrate, support and advocate for veterans every day of the year.
As we pause on Veterans Day to honor and thank those who have served, USAA has launched a new initiative to celebrate, support and advocate for veterans every day of the year.
Starbucks 'Bearista' frenzy: Some leave empty-handed, others declare ‘the war is over’
Starbucks fans are losing it over the sold-out Bearista cup and Hello Kitty plush, camping out, calling stores nonstop, and reselling the $44 cup for over $1,000 on eBay.
Starbucks fans are losing it over the sold-out Bearista cup and Hello Kitty plush, camping out, calling stores nonstop, and reselling the $44 cup for over $1,000 on eBay.
What federal workers going without pay can do to protect their credit score
The federal workforce has now missed two paychecks due to the government shutdown. Intuit Credit Karma says many are facing financial uncertainty but there are things they can do to help protect their credit scores.
The federal workforce has now missed two paychecks due to the government shutdown. Intuit Credit Karma says many are facing financial uncertainty but there are things they can do to help protect their credit scores.
OpenAI launches free ChatGPT program for transitioning veterans entering civilian workforce
OpenAI launched a free ChatGPT Plus program for transitioning veterans and service members, as the initiative tackles the employment challenge with AI-powered career tools.
OpenAI launched a free ChatGPT Plus program for transitioning veterans and service members, as the initiative tackles the employment challenge with AI-powered career tools.



















