Home prices not budging, hit new high in March: Case-Shiller

Home prices are now 6.5% above their level this time last year, reaching their ninth all-time high within the past year, according to S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller.

Social Security has a 'billionaire problem,' advocate warns

Social Security benefits will be cut significantly in 2035 without a fix. Here's what advocates say we can do to prevent that.

Biden extends time frame to get credit toward student loan forgiveness

Interest rates are up and student loan forgiveness isn't really finalized yet, making for turbulent loan market as we enter into presidential policies.

McDonald's menu hikes: McDouble up 168%, McChicken 200% in 10 years

McDonald's customers are shocked by nearly tripled prices over the past decade, with the McDouble up 168% and the McChicken Sandwich up 199%, driven by higher food, labor, and operational costs.

Retirement account balances hit highest level since 2021; how does yours compare?

A new analysis by Fidelity Investments found Americans' retirement account balances are the highest they have been in more than two years, thanks to two key factors.

15 million Americans still harmed by medical debt despite credit agencies' changes

The CFPB said some 15 million Americans are still struggling with more than $49 billion in outstanding medical bills in collections on their credit reports.

House down payments: Highest and lowest averages by city

The average down payment when buying a home in the U.S. is about $56,000 which is 24% more than a year ago.

Most common hidden ‘junk fees’ and how much they cost you

Junk fees increase the total cost of many goods and services including concert tickets, hotel rooms, gym memberships and utility bills.

What is ‘ghost debt’? Buy now, pay later plans more popular than ever

A new form of debt looping a lot of Americans is being referred to as “ghost debt” or “phantom debt” – stemming from the popular buy now, pay later apps.

US regulators investigate credit card rewards 'bait and switch' schemes

U.S. authorities have already taken action against American Express and Bank of America in a "bait and switch" credit card rewards investigation.

More Americans to qualify for Social Security under new SNAP rule

The Social Security Administration has expanded the definition of a public assistance household to include SNAP recipients, broadening eligibility and potentially increasing benefits for more Americans.