Nepo-homebuyers? Nearly 1 in 4 young Americans use family money to fund down payment
A new survey shows that rising housing costs are pushing Gen Z and millennial buyers to get creative with down payments.
Taco Bell has new ‘mocktails’ this summer
Taco Bell is going all in on beverages this summer.
June CPI inflation report: Which prices changed the most last month
Inflation in the U.S. rose last month to its highest level since February, reversing several months of cooling prices. Here's a look at what prices changed the most.
Judge reverses Biden rule that left medical debt off credit reports
The policy would have eliminated nearly $50 billion from millions of Americans’ credit reports.
Comparing the best cities for first-time home buyers in 2025
Consumers searching for their first home may find quality options in these areas. See the list.
Vacation renters throw out $2 billion worth of food each year
A new study finds that travelers staying in short-term rentals like Airbnb leave behind billions of dollars in uneaten groceries and takeout each year: "Basically an additional lodging tax."
Starbucks reveals its secret menu: Where to find it
Starbucks' "secret menu" is no longer a secret! Here’s what we know, and where you can find it.
Most homeowners won't even consider selling this year, thanks to mortgage rates
Stubbornly high mortgage rates have left leery homeowners and potential home buyers reluctant to take the plunge, according to a new Bankrate survey.
Costco's new bakery item quickly becomes latest internet craze
A new bakery item from Costco is generating buzz on social media. Have you tried it yet?
USPS raises stamp prices again — What to know
The U.S. Postal Service has implemented new postage and shipping rates as part of its ongoing efforts to achieve financial stability.
Kroger, Walmart bread recall: What to know
Hundreds of loaves of bread have been voluntarily recalled that was distributed to Kroger and Walmart in 12 states.
The 'big, beautiful, bill' includes a car loan interest tax deduction. Do you qualify?
New law allows deduction of up to $10,000 in auto loan interest for qualified vehicles.
Water bottles sold at Walmart recalled after lids eject, cause permanent vision loss
Walmart is recalling a popular brand of water bottles after reports of the lid forcefully ejecting and causing permanent vision loss for at least two customers.
Your grocery bill could rise as fresh tomato prices set to jump
Major tomato importer NatureSweet warns of price increases as the 2019 Tomato Suspension Agreement with Mexican exporters ends, bringing a nearly 21% tariff on imports.
Rent payments could help Americans qualify for a mortgage, FHFA says
Experts say policy change will help Americans with 'thinner credit files' build equity and generational wealth.
Black homebuyers are 1.7 times more likely to be denied a mortgage: study
Black homebuyers are 1.7 times more likely to be denied a mortgage compared to all other homebuyers, a new analysis found.
Ford recalls over 850,000 vehicles due to fuel pump issues
Some of the recalled vehicles include certain model Ford Broncos, Lincoln Navigators, and Ford Mustangs.
'Click-to-cancel' rule blocked by court: What it means for your subscriptions
Subscriptions may remain harder to cancel now that the Federal Trade Commission’s “click-to-cancel” rule has been blocked by a federal court.
Wrap Wars: McDonald's Snack Wrap returns nationwide Thursday amid fast-food fight
McDonald's is bringing back the Snack Wrap nationwide on July 10, sparking a "wrap war" amid multiple fast-food chains.
Ritz cracker sandwich cartons recalled over mislabeling
The company is recalling the snacks 'as a precaution' after learning of a supplier error in packaging film for the popular snacks.


















