Southern accents could cost job seekers a 20% wage penalty, study finds
Another recent study says job applicants with Southern accents are the fourth most likely to change how they talk.
Debt ceiling talks 'closer to an agreement,' stuck on work requirements for food aid
The US could default on its debt obligations by June 5 if lawmakers don't act in time.
Mortgage rates rise as debt limit impasse lingers: Freddie Mac
The average rate for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage increased to 6.57% for the week ending May 25, according to Freddie Mac's Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
Today’s mortgage rates are mixed, but 10- and 15-year terms stay low | May 26, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for May 26, 2023, which are mixed from yesterday.
Battle over student loan forgiveness continues between lawmakers
Millions of student loan borrowers are awaiting a decision by the Supreme Court on whether or not the president's forgiveness plan will stand. In the meantime, Republican lawmakers are doing what they can to put a stop to the debt relief proposal.
US debt ceiling stalemate, country at risk of running out of money to pay bills
With just one week to go until the country could hit it's credit limit and start defaulting on it's debts, lawmakers are headed home. FOX's Caroline Shively reports from Washington where it doesn't look like a deal will be reached before the holiday weekend.
Behind on your retirement savings? Here's one feature that can help workers catch-up
Automatic enrollment into a workplace savings plan could help close the gap for Black and Latino employees that might otherwise have lower plan participation rates, according to a recent Voya Financial study
Today's mortgage rates rise, but 15-year terms remain lowest option | May 25, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for May 25, 2023, which are trending up from yesterday.
Lawmakers look to loosen child labor laws, even in bars and on school nights
In Wisconsin, Republican lawmakers are backing a proposal to allow 14-year-olds to serve alcohol in bars and restaurants.
Debt ceiling talks stuck, sides 'far apart' as June 1 deadline nears
A defiant House Speaker Kevin McCarthy says the debt ceiling standoff is “not my fault" after he sent Republican negotiators to the White House to finish out debt limit talks.
House votes to cancel Biden’s $400 billion student loan handout
The House voted Wednesday to repeal President Biden’s plan to forgo more than $400 billion in federally backed student loan debt.
Rising costs pressure many Americans to make this one retirement mistake: Survey
High costs pushed 25% of cash-strapped Americans to cut retirement savings, according to a recent TIAA Institute survey.
Digital tip jars: How new tipping trend works
It seems the tip jar is a thing of the past. Most places are asking customers to pay gratuity through a screen. So how does digital tipping work?
Shopping for cheaper insurance hits a new high as Americans seek relief from rising rates: J.D. Power
The rate at which drivers were given new auto insurance quotes increased by 13.1% in the first quarter of 2023 – the highest rate since June 2021. And the switch rate increased by 4.1%, according to J.D. Power report.
Today's best mortgage deal? 15-year terms stay below 6 percent | May 23, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for May 23, 2023, which are mixed from yesterday.
Debt ceiling: No agreement yet, but Biden, McCarthy say they're optimistic after meeting
President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy say they and their lead negotiators have had a productive meeting at the White House on the impasse over the government's debt ceiling.
If automakers get rid of AM radios, what do stations need to do to stay on the air?
Manufacturers say electric vehicles affect the radio signal, and that fewer people are listening.
America's debt hits new record of more than $17 trillion: NY Fed
Consumer debt reached a record of $17.05 trillion in Q1 2023. Many Americans still deal with high inflation and are seeking help from their financial institutions, reports say.
Today's mortgage rates are rising, but 15-year terms remain below 6 percent | May 22, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for May 22, 2023, which are trending up from Friday.
Venmo for teens: Social payment app officially available for those 13 and up
Although many already use it, teens are now officially allowed to open a Venmo account with their parent's permission.