401(k) hardship withdrawals increase as inflation stays high
A record number of Americans are dipping into their retirement savings accounts for financial emergencies amid ongoing high inflation.
Free prom dress, accessories event makes spring dance accessible, affordable for girls
Many young ladies dream about prom night and Wednesday night, a special event helped girls prepare for the big dance.
Free prom dress event makes spring dance affordable for girls
Many young ladies dream about prom night and Wednesday night, a special event helped girls prepare for the big dance.
Burger King giving out free Whoppers to celebrate 2024 solar eclipse — How to get one
Come April 8, as the solar eclipse captivates spectators from Texas to Maine, Burger King will be satisfying hungry crowds with an exclusive deal to mark this cosmic rarity.
Baltimore sells $1 houses in effort to combat vacant home crisis
Baltimore, Maryland, city officials approved a program that would sell city-owned vacant homes for next to nothing at $1 for some applicable residents.
FAFSA error may prolong financial aid delays for applicants
The Department of Education disclosed an error in its evaluation of federal student aid, potentially leading to extended delays for thousands of applicants.
Trader Joe's raises banana prices for 1st time in over 2 decades
Trader Joe's, known for its affordability, is breaking a long-standing tradition by raising banana prices for the first time in over two decades.
Three reasons why egg prices are so high ahead of Easter
Egg prices are reaching near-historic highs globally as Easter and Passover approach, reflecting market turbulence driven by disease, high demand, and rising costs for farmers.
Diddy’s $40M Los Angeles house has grotto, underwater tunnel and more: Reports
Music producer and rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs purchased his swanky $40 million Los Angeles estate in 2014.
Time to sell your home? Here are 3 questions to ask yourself
As someone deeply involved in the real estate industry for decades, I understand that selling your home isn't just a financial transaction; it's a significant life decision.
Hyundai, Kia recall over 147K vehicles due to damaged charging unit
Hyundai and Kia are recalling more than 147,000 U.S. electric vehicles due to damaged charging units, federal safety regulators said.
Dodge, Chrysler sedans recalled over airbags that can explode
Stellantis, the company that owns Dodge and Chrysler, says the airbags can inflate even without a crash if temperatures inside the car get too high.
Starbucks mugs recalled due to burn, laceration hazards
Over 440,000 mugs that were part of several Starbucks holiday gift sets have been recalled due to burn and laceration hazards.
Scammers are impersonating FTC employees to steal money, agency warns
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is warning the public about scammers who are pretending to be employed by the FTC to steal money.
DMV outage fixed, blamed on nationwide AAMVA network failure
Motor vehicle offices across the U.S. were slowed Thursday morning by a network outage, according to multiple states.
NAR $418 million legal commission settlement could save you thousands on your next home
The cost of buying a selling a home could be coming down after the National Association of Realtors announced it would pay a landmark $418 million legal settlement.
Here's why paid loyalty programs are all the rage at stores and restaurants
Looking for reliable sales in an unpredictable spending environment, more companies have extended their points-based loyalty tiers to making their most dependable customers feel valued for an up-front fee.
Here are the major retailers closing US stores in 2024
Many major retailers are closing stores this year across the United States as companies look to streamline their operations and cut costs.
Trader Joe’s cashew recall: Product pulled over salmonella risk
Trader Joe’s cashews sold in 16 U.S. states have been recalled over potential salmonella contamination, the FDA said. Here's what to know.
Delco family down $25,000 after elaborate bank impersonation phone call alerted suspicious activity
A Delaware County man received what he assumed was a phone call from his bank alerting him to suspicious activity until he then unknowingly authorized nearly $25,000 out of his savings into an unknown account. Here's what happened.