Mortgage rates continue to climb despite cuts by the Fed: Here’s why

Many Americans have been priced out of purchasing a home or making a move for years now amid elevated mortgage rates, sky-high home prices, and squeezed budgets due to inflation.

SEPTA hopes rate increase will ease financial burden
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While SEPTA has seen an increase in ridership, they are still facing a budget shortfall and they are hoping that by increasing rates, they will make up the difference.

A closer look at how Trump's economic plan could impact inflation

Former President Donald Trump has vowed to eliminate inflation if he returns to office, but economists warn that his proposed policies, including high tariffs, mass deportations, and interference with the Federal Reserve, could worsen the issue.

Holiday spending projected to hit new record this year

Notable differences this year include the shopping period between Thanksgiving and Christmas being nearly a week shorter, and the economic impact of Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

Some Social Security recipients will get two payments in November. Here's why

Those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will receive an additional check in November due to how the payment schedule is lined up.

TD Bank to pay $3 billion in historic money-laundering settlement

The Justice Department reported that money laundering networks transferred hundreds of millions of dollars through TD Bank branches for years.

States with the highest student loan payments: Study

New Hampshire topped the list with an average student loan payment of $229 and both Arkansas and Mississippi ranked the lowest with $142.

Inflation reaches lowest point in 3 years; here's what prices came down most

The improved inflation stats show that it’s steadily moving back to the Federal Reserve’s 2% target, with the agency likely to keep cutting its standard interest rate in 2024.

Some Pyrex buyers could be eligible for a refund from the FTC

Thousands of people who purchased Pyrex measuring cups may be eligible for refunds from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).

Here's how much money you need to live comfortably in Philadelphia

A new report calculated approximately how much money you need to live comfortably to live in cities across the country, including Philadelphia.