Paper check fraud is on the rise: What to know

While online banking and electronic payments are now more mainstream, many Americans still write paper checks, and there's been a resurgence of fraud in some lesser-known ways.

Mortgage rates dip further and could be the break homebuyers need: Freddie Mac

The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 7.44% for the week ending Nov. 16, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.

Biden signs temporary spending bill averting government shutdown

The temporary spending bill, which ensures the government remains open until after the holidays, does not include any wartime aid for Ukraine or Israel, nor does it offer humanitarian funding for Palestinians.

US Postal Service records whopping $6.5 billion net loss for 2023

The U.S. Postal Service has posted a $6.5 billion net loss for fiscal year 2023 with operating revenue falling by $321 million.

Record number of Americans moving to disaster prone areas

Despite recent natural disasters, places known for climate risk are becoming popular destinations for homeowners.

Credit card balances grow $48 billion in the third quarter: NY Fed

Credit card balances spiked by $154 billion year over year, notching the most significant increase since 1999, according to the New York Fed.

Where are mortgage rates headed amid easing inflation? Experts weigh in

Tuesday’s new report from the Labor Department showed that prices either fell or rose more slowly across a broad range of goods including housing.

US consumer inflation eased in October, driven by cheaper gas, cars and airfares

Inflation in the United States slowed last month in a sign that the Federal Reserve’s interest rate hikes are continuing to cool the consumer price spikes that have bedeviled consumers for the past two years.

Homebuying to remain slow through 2023: agent survey

High mortgage rates and home prices may keep homebuyers on the sidelines through 2023, a survey found. But you can still find the best mortgage rate by comparing your options.

Alarming number of Americans fall deeper into credit card debt each month: survey

Americans owe more than $5,000 in credit card debt on average and in times of high inflation and rising interest rates, they are relying on credit cards more than ever before. But there are ways to pay off debt quickly.

Microsoft expanding Mount Pleasant footprint; investing billions

Racine County officials and Microsoft announced the tech company plans to expand its proposed Mount Pleasant datacenter footprint.

Retirement savings are getting sucked up in a financial vortex: Goldman Sachs

U.S. workers have upped their retirement savings, but competing spending continues to challenge most from reaching their goals, a recent Goldman Sachs Asset Management (GSAM) retirement report said.

Gas prices’ steady decline might gain momentum as holidays approach: AAA

Nationwide gas prices continue to fall as demand likely remains flat. The steady decline could accelerate following recent drops in the price of oil, according to AAA.

IRS sets new tax brackets, standard deduction for 2024

The IRS makes such adjustments annually, but in times of inflation, the increases are more significant and impactful for taxpayers.

Retirement crisis: Great Recession takes its toll on younger Boomers

The Great Recession diminished the retirement savings potential of late Boomers, a study found. And cost adjustments to Social Security could be smaller next year.

Auto loans much more expensive for drivers with bad credit: report

Borrowers are spending more to finance car purchases across the board, but poor credit ratings can drive the cost up by up to $12,000, a recent report by Jerry said.