Social Security benefits see highest boost in 40 years, but inflation is higher

Social Security benefits will increase at their highest rate in 40 years, but the latest inflation numbers are even higher. Next year's increase may not be enough for seniors living on Social Security income.

This is the state where student loan borrowers struggle the most to repay their debt: report

A new study compared the average student loan debt to median annual earnings for student loan borrowers two years after graduation. See what you can do if you want to avoid delinquency.

Rising child care costs forced 38% of parents on take on side gigs, survey says: How you can afford expenses

Risings child care costs are forcing many parents to reconsider how to afford it. About 38% of parents even reported taking on a second job. Here's how to afford childcare expenses.

This Social Security statement change could simplify your retirement planning

The Social Security Administration will be sending out newly redesigned statements that helps Americans better understand and maximize their benefits.

Supply chain issues, rising food prices
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With Thanksgiving less than two weeks away, enthusiasm about the holiday is mounting. Meanwhile, it seems prices are also expected to be high for both shoppers and businesses this season.

$20.2M for dairy business innovation, USDA announces

The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced on Friday, Nov. 12 $20.2 million in investments in dairy business innovation efforts that it says will help small dairy farms as they recover from the pandemic.

How to decide if you need flood insurance for your home

Do you own or rent a home in an area with elevated flood risk? Here's how to decide if you need to take out a separate flood policy.

Johnson & Johnson plans to split into 2 public companies

Johnson & Johnson is breaking into two companies, separating the division that sells Band-Aids and Listerine from its prescription drug business.

KFC creates holiday sweaters for its fried chicken buckets

The sweater comes with built-in mittens to safely carry your fried chicken to the holiday potluck or outdoors in the chilly weather.