Man threw away lottery ticket, then realized he'd won $100K
A South Carolina lottery winner threw away his ticket before he realized he’d hit the jackpot.
A South Carolina lottery winner threw away his ticket before he realized he’d hit the jackpot.
How to start financial planning early
The average cost of raising a child to age 17 is almost $250,000 for a middle-income family. Those are government numbers, and starting sooner rather than later is the best way to prepare.
The average cost of raising a child to age 17 is almost $250,000 for a middle-income family. Those are government numbers, and starting sooner rather than later is the best way to prepare.
Powerball jackpot climbs to $394M ahead of Wednesday’s drawing
Powerball will draw winning numbers for its $394 million jackpot Wednesday night at 11 ET.
Powerball will draw winning numbers for its $394 million jackpot Wednesday night at 11 ET.
Ticket prices approach $1,000 for first Lakers game after death of Kobe Bryant
Ticket prices for the first Los Angeles Lakers game following the death of NBA star Kobe Bryant have skyrocketed, as fans return to what many have called “the house that Kobe built.”
Ticket prices for the first Los Angeles Lakers game following the death of NBA star Kobe Bryant have skyrocketed, as fans return to what many have called “the house that Kobe built.”
Changes to FICO credit score calculations could make it harder to get a loan: report
FICO, the most widely-used credit score in the United States, is changing the way it calculates consumers' scores and that could make it more difficult for some Americans to get a loan.
FICO, the most widely-used credit score in the United States, is changing the way it calculates consumers' scores and that could make it more difficult for some Americans to get a loan.
'Target Tori' gets outpouring of donations after toothbrush spat at Massachusetts store
A Target customer's attempt to publicly shame a store manager over her refusal to sell him a mispriced electronic toothbrush has backfired after sympathizers raised over $30,000 for her.
A Target customer's attempt to publicly shame a store manager over her refusal to sell him a mispriced electronic toothbrush has backfired after sympathizers raised over $30,000 for her.
Real unemployment shows some people still struggling to find work
'Real' unemployment is the measure of people out of work, those who work part-time, plus people who've dropped out of the workforce. At 6.7%, it's the lowest since the government started measuring the number in 1994. That's great news, unless you're one of those people.
'Real' unemployment is the measure of people out of work, those who work part-time, plus people who've dropped out of the workforce. At 6.7%, it's the lowest since the government started measuring the number in 1994. That's great news, unless you're one of those people.
Aging Americans find more options for empty nest living
As more and more baby boomers and empty-nesters look for a less cluttered life, the housing industry has stepped in to help meet the need.
As more and more baby boomers and empty-nesters look for a less cluttered life, the housing industry has stepped in to help meet the need.
Get SMART about budgeting in the new year
American consumers often spend much more than they make, while a third don't even bother to budget their money. One financial expert suggests they get SMART about their finances.
American consumers often spend much more than they make, while a third don't even bother to budget their money. One financial expert suggests they get SMART about their finances.
How to improve your financial health in the new year
New Years resolutions don't have to be just about fitness or weight loss, sometimes your financial health needs an overhaul.
New Years resolutions don't have to be just about fitness or weight loss, sometimes your financial health needs an overhaul.
IRS introduces new W4 form and tax estimation tool
A new W4 form, and tax-estimation tool, from the IRS is designed to help ensure taxpayers have an appropriate amount of money withheld for tax filing.
A new W4 form, and tax-estimation tool, from the IRS is designed to help ensure taxpayers have an appropriate amount of money withheld for tax filing.
Dow hits 29,000 for first time ever
The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed above 29,000 for the first time despite the December jobs report falling short of expectations. All three of the major averages were trading in record territory.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed above 29,000 for the first time despite the December jobs report falling short of expectations. All three of the major averages were trading in record territory.
Pier 1 Imports to close up to 450 stores amid bankruptcy fears
Reports indicate that Pier 1 Imports will close up to 450 stores as the company considers bankruptcy.
Reports indicate that Pier 1 Imports will close up to 450 stores as the company considers bankruptcy.
Record settlement means student debt forgiveness for thousands
The Federal Trade Commission and a major for-profit college have reached a record settlement that means debt forgiveness for many affected students to the tune of $191 million.
The Federal Trade Commission and a major for-profit college have reached a record settlement that means debt forgiveness for many affected students to the tune of $191 million.
NYC company with local-roots plans return to Houston real estate market
Despite sizable vacancy rates in Houston's commercial real estate market, an NYC company, with local roots, sees opportunity in the city's square footage.
Despite sizable vacancy rates in Houston's commercial real estate market, an NYC company, with local roots, sees opportunity in the city's square footage.
Former Uber CEO Travis Kalanick to resign from board, effectively severing ties with company
In a statement, Uber said Kalanick is leaving the board to focus on his new business and philanthropic endeavors.
In a statement, Uber said Kalanick is leaving the board to focus on his new business and philanthropic endeavors.
25 states raising the minimum wage come Jan. 1, 2020
More than 20 states will be raising the minimum wage to as much as $15 an hour come Jan. 1, 2020.
More than 20 states will be raising the minimum wage to as much as $15 an hour come Jan. 1, 2020.
Man steals thousands from bank vault where he worked, flaunts it on social media
Federal investigators say this man stole money 18 times from the bank where he worked, and made sure everyone knew it.
Federal investigators say this man stole money 18 times from the bank where he worked, and made sure everyone knew it.
'Buy Now, Pay Later' offers new way to purchase
With some surveys showing consumers are comfortable going into debt, to enjoy the Holidays, some are finding new ways to borrow money through Afterpay.
With some surveys showing consumers are comfortable going into debt, to enjoy the Holidays, some are finding new ways to borrow money through Afterpay.
Buy now, pay later: 'Layaway' for the 21st century
The New York Times calls it 'layaway' for the 21st century, a whole collection of 'buy now, pay later' apps and services that are willing to pay for your purchases and send you the bill.
The New York Times calls it 'layaway' for the 21st century, a whole collection of 'buy now, pay later' apps and services that are willing to pay for your purchases and send you the bill.