Here are the best things to get at Trader Joe's in 2023, according to customers

Trader Joe’s asked its customers: “If you were to spend the rest of your life on a deserted island, which nine Trader Joe’s products would you take with you?”

FTC warns of job scams amid recent layoffs in tech and other industries

Scammers may publish listings for nonexistent roles, create sham websites, or hold fake "online job interviews" for job hunters, according to the FTC.

New study: Renting a home is more affordable than buying one in 2023

A new rental Affordability Report by ATTOM found it’s more affordable to rent an average three-bedroom home in 2023 than to own a comparably sized median-priced home.

Consumers are piling on credit card debt, flashing signs of potential crisis

As Americans rack up record-high credit card debt after a year of soaring inflation and interest rate hikes, charge-offs are beginning to roll in at the start of a looming default crisis.

Is tipping getting out of control? Many consumers say yes

Some fed-up consumers are posting rants on social media complaining about tip requests at drive-thrus, while others say they’re tired of being asked to leave a gratuity for a muffin or a simple cup of coffee at their neighborhood bakery.

Best place to retire? This state just beat Florida, according to a new study

WalletHub compared the 50 states across 47 key indicators of retirement-friendliness including affordability, health-related factors and overall quality of life.

Microsoft invests billions in artificial intelligence startup OpenAI

The tech giant described its new agreement as the third stage of a growing partnership with San Francisco-based OpenAI that began with a $1 billion investment in 2019.

Parents urged to cut up these recalled kids’ color-in pajamas

The recalled pajamas from Selfie Craft Company came in a variety of 26 designs and were sold widely online and in boutiques.

Major Social Security trust funds could be tapped out by 2033: CBO

Social Security spending is trending upward as the proportion of Americans at or above retirement age has increased relative to the active workforce.

First-time homebuyer? See the typical weather you can expect in the top 10 best markets

Several qualities make a town attractive, including affordability, livability and where it might be easier for young buyers to break into the housing market. But have you ever considered what the typical weather looks like?

US farm group calls for probe of high egg prices

The price of eggs has skyrocketed, adding to the overall impact inflation is having on American consumers.

Justice Department investigating Abbott baby formula plant

Abbott's Michigan plant's closure in February 2022 was a key cause of a nationwide baby formula shortage that forced parents to seek formula from food banks, friends and doctor’s offices.

National sales tax: What’s behind some House Republicans’ proposal

Chatter of a 30% national sales tax being proposed by Republicans has taken over the internet in recent days. Here’s a look at the proposal.