Owning a home comes with a hidden price tag, and it's getting more expensive

The hidden costs of homeownership are rising and have increased by nearly one-third in the last five years as expenses like insurance, maintenance and property taxes take a bite out of homeowners' budgets.

Tipping went from ‘un-American’ to unavoidable, economist says; why that could be a good thing

Tipping has grown into such a regular practice when eating out in the United States that many customers take for granted that they will leave one. In fact, an American overseas may have to fight the urge to do so in countries where it is much less common. But that was not always the case. In fact, as a Texas A&M University professor pointed out, the roles used to be reversed. 

Pennsylvania home heating oil prices hit $6.01 a gallon, straining families

Pennsylvania homeowners face surging heating oil prices, with experts and advocates urging families to explore LIHEAP grants and price lock strategies.

'GTA 6' could cause $1 billion sick day as 1.5 million estimated to skip work: reports

When “Grand Theft Auto 6" drops next month, millions of Americans are planning a trip to Vice City that reports claim could cost the US economy a staggering $1 billion in lost productivity in just one day.

Social Security corrects nearly 50 million records in largest SSN cleanup in agency history

The Social Security Administration says it has undertaken the largest cleanup of Social Security Number records in the history of the agency as part of an ongoing fight against fraud.

Medicare open enrollment: Why premiums could increase for some enrollees

Medicare open enrollment is under way, with several changes on tap that could raise the cost of premiums, increase out-of-pocket caps and offer fewer drug coverage options for enrollees. 

Michael Jordan NBA Finals jersey sets $14 million record for basketball memorabilia

A Chicago Bulls jersey worn by Michael Jordan during Game 2 of the 1998 NBA Finals against the Utah Jazz sold for $14 million, making it the second-largest known cost for a game-worn jersey in sports history.

Social Security 2027 COLA increase: How much monthly checks will go up

Social Security recipients, including retirees and those on disability, now know how much larger their monthly payments from the federal government will be next year.

Map: Here are the cities that spend the most on groceries, data shows

A WalletHub study finds that household income plays a major role in determining how heavily grocery costs affect residents across major U.S. cities.

Americans think Trump prioritizes his wealth more than helping US, poll finds

In a recent poll, most Americans believe President Trump is improperly profiting from his presidency and placing his personal financial interest ahead of the country.

Social Security boss predicts 'another 90 years' for program ahead of expected COLA boost

An expected Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) is part of a broader effort to secure the program's future, according to Social Security Administration Commissioner and IRS CEO Frank Bisignano.

The 'American Dream' now costs $5.3 million, and your paycheck isn't keeping up

Chasing the "American Dream" now comes with a lifetime price tag of about $5.3 million that is growing faster than the wages of those hoping to achieve it.

Oil prices rise amid Trump's plan to buy Russian diesel

Crude oil prices rose on Monday following President Donald Trump’s announcement last week that the United States reached an agreement to purchase Russian diesel imports.