Cinco de Mayo: State-by-state guide to margarita costs

Today's Homeowner reports that the cost of making a homemade margarita in the U.S. varies regionally, with a national average of $2.56 per drink.

Here’s how many different grocery stores Americans visit per week, and what they buy

How many different grocery stores do Americans visit for their weekly haul? A recent consumer survey found the answer, as well as how much they spend, what they buy, and more.

Consumers see higher auto payments in exchange for better borrowing rates

Car loan terms have shortened as buyers with better credit seek cheaper rates for higher monthly payments, a recent Experian report said.

Interest rates not changing until inflation cools, Federal Reserve says

The Federal Reserve announced its decision to maintain its key interest rate at a two-decade high of roughly 5.3% amid ongoing concerns about high inflation.

How often should you go to the grocery store and how much to spend?

Research shows consumers are spending an average of $174 per grocery store visit in 2024, leading to more deliberate and less frequent shopping trips.

Mother's Day 2024: near-record spending of $33.5 billion expected

According to the latest annual consumer survey by the National Retail Federation (NRF), Mother's Day spending is projected to hit $33.5 billion this year. 

Many Americans spend more than 30 percent of their take-home pay on a mortgage: survey

Homebuyers ready to take the plunge in today's housing market have had to sink a bigger portion of their paychecks into mortgage payments and make significant cuts to everyday spending, a recent survey said.

Job scams are targeting young professionals: What to look for

Job scams targeting students are on the rise, and can include a message from a professor or an AI-generated interview. Here’s what to watch for.

Land stolen in growing title theft trend
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From dream to nightmare: Houston woman's land stolen in growing title theft trend highlighted by FBI.

IRS to decide on restoring free tax site amid uncertain future of program

The government pilot program rolled out this tax season allowed some taxpayers in 12 states to submit their returns directly to the IRS for free.

81% of millennials say they can't afford a midlife crisis

Are millennials a generation in crisis? A majority said that type of crisis is a luxury they can’t afford.

The Healthcare Navigator
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Heather Sullivan shares how Rice University students have developed an app to tackle unnecessary medical costs, empowering patients to navigate the healthcare system and save money.

Gold pocket watch recovered from Titanic’s wealthiest passenger sells for nearly $1.5M

A gold pocket watch worn by the richest passenger aboard the Titanic when the ill-fated ocean liner sank was sold at auction on Saturday for a record-breaking sum of nearly $1.5 million.

How much money it takes to be 'rich' in America for 2024

A recent study utilizing IRS data reveals that the income required to be considered "rich" varies widely across the U.S., reflecting regional differences in cost of living, local economies, and tax structures.

Ways to save on your summer vacation
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As we head into the summer, more than half of us are going on vacation. But inflation may put a damper on those plans. Finance professor Dan Roccato shares some ways to save.

Ways to save on your cell phone bill
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With inflation still high, you may be looking for ways to save on your cell phone bill. Kimberly Palmer, personal finance expert with Nerdwallet, shares some tips.