Social Security just announced a change for millions of beneficiaries
Millions of Social Security recipients must switch to a new Login.gov portal to continue accessing their online account information, as announced by the Social Security Administration.
Student loan forgiveness: Biden cancels another $1.2B in debt for public service workers
Student loan borrowers who work in public service, such as teachers, nurses, firefighters, and others, will benefit from the student debt relief, the Education Department said.
Evictions are rising fastest in these 5 American cities
Eviction filings are on the rise in several major cities as Americans grapple with the ongoing cost-of-living crisis and expensive rent costs.
IRS issues warning to taxpayers
The Internal Revenue Service is issuing a warning to taxpayers about a new scam on their radar that could cost you time and money.
Here's the salary you need to be in the top 1% in all 50 states
In some states, Americans need to earn more than $1 million annually to be a part of the top 1%, according to a study from GoBankingRates.
Nearly 1 in 4 US sellers cut home prices as inventory grows, Zillow report says
A recent report finds that sellers are slashing home prices to appeal to buyers in the market for housing.
Retirees with $1 million in savings could run out of money faster in these states, study finds
Data from GoBankingRates offered better outlooks for retirees in Southeastern and Midwestern states.
US corporate bankruptcy filings surge – here are the business types that led
The number of U.S. corporate bankruptcy filings so far in 2024 is “higher than any comparable figure in the prior 13 years," according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence.
Inflation unexpectedly fell to 3% in June
The consumer price index (CPI), a broad measure of how much everyday goods like gasoline, groceries and rent cost, dropped 0.1% in June from the previous month. It marked the first monthly decline since May 2020.
Las Vegas' Mirage to give away $1.6M before closing: Here's how you can win
The Mirage on the Las Vegas Strip is set to give away $1.6 million in a "Progressive Finale Cash Giveaway" before it transforms into the Hard Rock Casino.
US home prices hit another all-time high
The median U.S. home sale price soared to $397,954 in June, which was a nearly 5% increase from the year prior, Redfin data shows.
Families unable to access thousands of dollars being held in surrogacy escrow account
Several intended parents and their pregnancy surrogates are missing thousands of dollars, and have lots of questions. 7 On Your Side reporter Carissa Lehmkuhl has the latest.
Job scams surged 118% in 2023 due to AI, watchdog group warns
People who are suspicious of a possible scam should confirm the source of the request for personal information.
Prepare to pay for your bank accounts, Chase warns customers
Chase’s CEO says customers using free services like checking accounts and wealth-management tools could get charged.
Arizona Iced Tea co-founder vows to 'fight hard' to keep price under $1
"We’re successful. We’re debt-free. We own everything," he said. "Why have people who are having a hard time paying their rent … pay more for our drink?"
Target no longer accepting personal checks beginning next week
Target is making a change that could affect some at the checkout experience.
California family's $444 receipt from Trader Joe's goes viral on social media: 'Insane'
The $444 grocery haul feeds a family of 8 for around 10 days, the video claims.
Price of postage stamps to be raised soon, despite recent increase
The USPS raised the price of stamps to 68 cents in January.
U.S. unemployment rate rises to 4.1% with 206,000 jobs added in June
U.S. employers added 206,000 jobs in June, exceeding expectations, with the unemployment rate rising to 4.1%, while April and May job data was revised down, average hourly earnings increased by 3.9%, and hiring was strong in government, social assistance, and health care, influencing potential Federal Reserve rate cuts.
Nearly half of student loan borrowers haven't resumed payments
About 19 million student loan borrowers haven't resumed repayments on their loans.