Social Security COLA 2025: Recipients to receive 2.5% increase next year
The cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, was announced on Thursday. Here’s what to know.
Study: Nearly half of Americans are still paying off debt from last holiday season
The holiday shopping season has kicked off, but it can also bring along financial challenges.
Taxpayers in these 24 states will be able to file their returns directly with the IRS
The IRS is expanding its Direct File program to 30 million taxpayers in 24 states for the 2025 tax season. Learn more about the new eligibility standards and participating states.
October Social Security payment schedule: Here’s when beneficiaries will get their checks
Here is the October Social Security payment schedule for retirement, disability, and survivor beneficiaries.
Private student loan interest rates rise for 5-year terms and dip for 10-year terms
The latest trends in interest rates for personal loans from the Credible marketplace, updated weekly.
5 'unnecessary' bills to stop paying in 2024, according to experts
One way to save money is by looking at monthly bills and identifying items that you pay for but no longer use.
What to know about tapping into your home equity as interest rates drop
The latest interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve may have created an opportunity for homeowners to explore options for their home equity. Here’s what you need to know.
Nearly a third of homeowners say they are ‘house poor’ in new survey
The financial strain of having a house has led some homeowners to sacrifice paying for other critical expenses, a recent survey finds.
Census Bureau reports average household income
The US Census Bureau says the average household income has increased year-over-year and is back over $80,000.
Here's how much the typical American household earned last year
The inflation-adjusted median income of U.S. households rebounded last year to roughly its 2019 level.
Social Security: Without reform, retirees could lose this much in annual benefits, report says
If Social Security is depleted by 2033, as is currently projected without reform, there would be a mandated 21% across-the-board Social Security benefit cut for retirees, the report says.
AAA study shows vehicle maintenance costs have risen by an estimated $115 per month
The cost of owning and maintaining a car is on the rise, according to a new report.
Social Security September payment schedule: Here’s when beneficiaries will get their checks
Many Social Security retirement, disability, and survivor beneficiaries will receive their September payments on either the second, third, or fourth Wednesday of the month.
Why there are more 401(k) millionaires in the US than ever before
A new report published by Fidelity Investments shows the number of 401(k) accounts with balances of $1 million or more hit a new record at the end of June.
Social Security: 3 changes to look out for in 2025, according to experts
The Social Security COLA increase in 2025 is likely to be smaller than in 2024, according to estimates. Here are some potential changes Americans should take into account.
Maryland city will pay you $20,000 to move there
A city in Maryland is offering a $20,000 incentive to get new residents to move there.
Increase in sports betting can lead to decrease in investments, study suggests
A recent study implies that some Americans are using money from investment accounts to cover their sports bets.
Survey reveals Americans' 2 biggest financial regrets
Amid ongoing inflation, a new survey found that the majority of Americans have financial regrets. Here's what they are.
The US added 818,000 fewer jobs this year than originally estimated
Over 800,000 fewer jobs were added by employers in the last few months, but consumer sentiment about the economy is still strong.
Here's how much money you need to feel 'rich' in 2024
Fewer than one in five Americans surveyed said they are currently on top of their finances.