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.
Home builder confidence rises, more homes on the market
With low mortgage-rates available, analysts believe builder optimism will result in new construction to help meet demand.
With low mortgage-rates available, analysts believe builder optimism will result in new construction to help meet demand.
Mega Millions jackpot grows to $372 million for Tuesday’s drawing
The cash option is $251.6 million.
The cash option is $251.6 million.
Help a loved one by giving a financial gift for the holidays
If you're struggling to get the last few people on your list something for the holidays, why not get them something that'll help them financially. Now we aren't talking about gift cards, but instead helping them pay off some of that student loan debt.
If you're struggling to get the last few people on your list something for the holidays, why not get them something that'll help them financially. Now we aren't talking about gift cards, but instead helping them pay off some of that student loan debt.
How to come back from holiday financial stress
How's your bank account looking after all that gift-giving? It's normal to have a little post-holiday financial trouble, but here's how to bounce back.
How's your bank account looking after all that gift-giving? It's normal to have a little post-holiday financial trouble, but here's how to bounce back.
What to do if you lose your wallet
Losing a wallet, or having it stolen, can be a huge hassle that requires some quick and specific action to minimize the damage.
Losing a wallet, or having it stolen, can be a huge hassle that requires some quick and specific action to minimize the damage.
Unemployment checklist: What to do when you’re out of work
Unemployment continues to decline among the nation's employers, but there are still thousands losing their jobs on a weekly basis. It can be a disorienting experience that still requires quick action on a handful of tasks to keep a bad situation from getting worse.
Unemployment continues to decline among the nation's employers, but there are still thousands losing their jobs on a weekly basis. It can be a disorienting experience that still requires quick action on a handful of tasks to keep a bad situation from getting worse.
61 percent of Americans dread the holidays because of spending, survey suggests
Most Americans dread the holidays due to spending, according to a new survey.
Most Americans dread the holidays due to spending, according to a new survey.
Season’s greetings at Sears: Dingy shops and sparse shelves
Many of the stores that remain have the same old problems. They’re grungy and understaffed, poorly stocked and losing vendors.
Many of the stores that remain have the same old problems. They’re grungy and understaffed, poorly stocked and losing vendors.