Remainder of Biden’s student debt relief plan blocked by appeals court
The ruling comes the same day the Biden administration announced it would forgive roughly $1.2 billion in additional student loan debt for borrowers who work in public service.
Social Security just announced a change for millions of beneficiaries
Millions of Social Security recipients must switch to a new Login.gov portal to continue accessing their online account information, as announced by the Social Security Administration.
First-time homebuyers are often overwhelmed by unexpected homeownership costs: study
Younger first-time buyers often don't consider additional housing costs such as repairs, improvements and emergencies.
Skechers sues L.L. Bean over alleged shoe design copying
Skechers has filed a lawsuit against L.L. Bean for allegedly copying its shoe design.
US corporate bankruptcy filings surge – here are the business types that led
The number of U.S. corporate bankruptcy filings so far in 2024 is “higher than any comparable figure in the prior 13 years," according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence.
Consumers find mild relief as June inflation dips by 0.1 percent
Inflation has slowed, thanks to a decrease in the gas index and the energy index.
MOD Pizza announces new owner amid financial woes
The fast-casual pizza chain has new ownership and a plan to improve its business.
Leasing a car more popular, high-credit consumers choosing to lease more than 30 percent of the time
Car leases are becoming more popular as prices for cars still remains high.
Redbox to shut down after parent company files for bankruptcy: Reports
Redbox's parent company, Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, filed for bankruptcy last month.
More than 1 in 3 US households have financial insecurity, survey says
The number of American households that are feeling the strain when it comes to paying for necessities such as food and bills, saw a 6.7% increase in 2024 compared to the same period in 2022.
Atlantic City Airshow canceled for 2024, officials announce
One of the biggest annual events at the Jersey shore is off this year, as organizers announced Wednesday the 2024 Atlantic City Airshow is canceled.
What Project 2025 could mean for Social Security
Project 2025 continues to draw interest from conservatives and liberals alike. Here’s what it says, and doesn’t say, about Social Security benefits.
Some vacationers expect to use credit card for more than $5,000 of summer travel
Some Americans plan to pay for vacations this summer with credit cards for points, while others are doing it because they can't afford to travel otherwise, a recent Debt.com survey said.
Big Lots to close up to 40 stores amid "substantial doubt"
Big Lots plans to close up to 40 stores in 2024 due to financial struggles from inflation and decreased consumer spending, raising doubts about its future operations.
Target announces back-to-school and college savings deals
Target has announced several back-to-school deals. Here’s what’s included.
US store openings currently outpace closures by 20%, report says
Several notable stores have opened new locations amid some others closing their doors. See which stores are coming to or leaving your area in 2024.
Prepare to pay for your bank accounts, Chase warns customers
Chase’s CEO says customers using free services like checking accounts and wealth-management tools could get charged.
Target no longer accepting personal checks beginning next week
Target is making a change that could affect some at the checkout experience.
Sam's Club is changing a key member perk beginning in August
Sam's Club is changing a key perk for Plus members, and some are letting the wholesale giant know that they aren’t happy about it.
California family's $444 receipt from Trader Joe's goes viral on social media: 'Insane'
The $444 grocery haul feeds a family of 8 for around 10 days, the video claims.