Best ways to use tax refund
Nearly a third of Americans say they'll use their tax refund for savings, but is that the best use of the money?
Nearly a third of Americans say they'll use their tax refund for savings, but is that the best use of the money?
Mega Millions, Powerball jackpot soar
Wednesday night's Powerball drawing was a flop for anyone who played but that means the jackpot has moved up to the top 10 Powerball prizes of all time. FOX's Chelsea Torres reports on people buying tickets who say they're feeling lucky.
Wednesday night's Powerball drawing was a flop for anyone who played but that means the jackpot has moved up to the top 10 Powerball prizes of all time. FOX's Chelsea Torres reports on people buying tickets who say they're feeling lucky.
Fed said interest rates will be reduced this year, just not now
On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve announced that it would maintain the federal funds rate at a range of 5.25% to 5.5%.
On Wednesday, the Federal Reserve announced that it would maintain the federal funds rate at a range of 5.25% to 5.5%.
FHA raises loan limits for manufactured housing for the first time in 15 years
HUD has raised the loan limits for manufactured housing to align with prices today.
HUD has raised the loan limits for manufactured housing to align with prices today.
Powerball jackpot up to $750 million after no big winners Wednesday
The next Powerball jackpot is up to a whopping $750 million after no one hit the big prize Wednesday night.
The next Powerball jackpot is up to a whopping $750 million after no one hit the big prize Wednesday night.
MacKenzie Scott doubles planned nonprofit gifts — here's how much she's given away so far
MacKenzie Scott is giving $640 million to more than 360 organizations in response to an application process. The award is more than double the amount that she initially promised.
MacKenzie Scott is giving $640 million to more than 360 organizations in response to an application process. The award is more than double the amount that she initially promised.
Fed leaves interest rates unchanged, says three cuts still planned
The decision, which was widely expected, keeps the federal funds rate between a range of 5.25% to 5.5%, a 22-year-high. This will also keep rates for mortgages, loans and credit cards at elevated levels.
The decision, which was widely expected, keeps the federal funds rate between a range of 5.25% to 5.5%, a 22-year-high. This will also keep rates for mortgages, loans and credit cards at elevated levels.
Still need to pay taxes? Here are some last-minute tips
The tax filing deadline is quickly approaching. The IRS has some last-minute tips to get this year’s taxes done accurately and refunds issued timely.
The tax filing deadline is quickly approaching. The IRS has some last-minute tips to get this year’s taxes done accurately and refunds issued timely.
Car insurance costs to keep rising in 2024 – pay less in these US states
Drivers will get no relief from car insurance costs this year and will have more limited shopping options as providers stop writing new policies in some states, a recent report from the Zebra said.
Drivers will get no relief from car insurance costs this year and will have more limited shopping options as providers stop writing new policies in some states, a recent report from the Zebra said.
Credit scores decreased for first time in a decade as borrowers miss payments
Missed payments and high levels of inflation has led to lower credit scores for consumers.
Missed payments and high levels of inflation has led to lower credit scores for consumers.
Mega Millions jackpot hits $977 million after no winner Tuesday night
Last night’s Mega Millions drawing brought no big winner. Here’s when the next drawing for the jackpot will take place.
Last night’s Mega Millions drawing brought no big winner. Here’s when the next drawing for the jackpot will take place.
Cost of living makes retirement savings harder for younger generations, survey finds
Respondents across generations highlighted inflation, consumer debt, and the need for emergency savings as major obstacles to retirement savings.
Respondents across generations highlighted inflation, consumer debt, and the need for emergency savings as major obstacles to retirement savings.
Biden doubles down on billionaire tax plan, homebuyer tax credit
President Joe Biden, addressing a crowd in Las Vegas, announced plans to tackle economic inequalities and the housing affordability crisis.
President Joe Biden, addressing a crowd in Las Vegas, announced plans to tackle economic inequalities and the housing affordability crisis.
Gen Z movers are heading to warmer climates, willing to pay higher housing costs: Zillow
Even though California has high rent costs, Gen Z is seeking out major cities, but some choose low-cost areas in Florida.
Even though California has high rent costs, Gen Z is seeking out major cities, but some choose low-cost areas in Florida.
Houston ranked among cities where $250K goes the furthest
To find where high earners retain more of their income, SmartAsset adjusted a $250,000 income for federal, state and local taxes, as well as varying costs of living for 72 of the largest U.S. cities.
To find where high earners retain more of their income, SmartAsset adjusted a $250,000 income for federal, state and local taxes, as well as varying costs of living for 72 of the largest U.S. cities.
Powerball drawing tonight worth estimated $645 million
The new jackpot is the second to surpass $600 million this year after no one won the top prize in this weekend’s drawing.
The new jackpot is the second to surpass $600 million this year after no one won the top prize in this weekend’s drawing.
How to negotiate a lower rent: Tips for saving
While most tenants accept the rental rates they're offered, it is possible to negotiate a lower rent.
While most tenants accept the rental rates they're offered, it is possible to negotiate a lower rent.
Car, home insurance tips after weather damage
Hail storms damaged many cars and homes in the Houston area on Friday. Lorna Camacho with the Texas Department of Insurance gave information on what to do if your car or home suffers weather damage.
Hail storms damaged many cars and homes in the Houston area on Friday. Lorna Camacho with the Texas Department of Insurance gave information on what to do if your car or home suffers weather damage.
Filing an insurance claim for hail damage: What you should do after a storm
In the unfortunate event of hail damage, it's crucial to know the correct procedure to file an insurance claim.
In the unfortunate event of hail damage, it's crucial to know the correct procedure to file an insurance claim.
Realtors agree to axe 6% commissions in NAR lawsuit settlement
Real estate commissions could be lowered by 30% under a landmark court settlement: Industry experts say it will bring down home prices nationwide.
Real estate commissions could be lowered by 30% under a landmark court settlement: Industry experts say it will bring down home prices nationwide.