IKEA announces $2.2B US investment, 17 new stores
Ikea executives said the locations of the new U.S. stores are still being determined but hinted at a particular region where the company is seeing demand.
Today's best mortgage deal? Rates for 15-year terms at 5.625 percent | April 21, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for April 21, 2023, which are mixed from yesterday.
Home price growth continues to slow down: Fannie Mae
Home prices increased by 4.7% year-over-year in Q1 2023. However, that marked a significant slowdown from annual growth in the previous quarter. Still, low home supply and high mortgage rates have raised affordability issues for potential home buyers. Here’s what you need to know.
Today’s mortgage rates continue to climb, pushing over 6 percent | April 20, 2023
With mortgage rates climbing, borrowers should act quickly to lock in their preferred rate ahead of likely future increases.
Today's best mortgage deal? 15-year terms remain today's lowest rates | April 19, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for April 19, 2023, which are mixed from yesterday.
US workers now expect almost a $76,000 salary to start a new job, data shows
Meanwhile, American women expect far less than men when it comes to salary in a new job offer, according to the new Federal Reserve data.
America's retirement preparedness score drops: Fidelity
The average American has a 78% chance of covering estimated retirement expenses in a down market, according to Fidelity's 2023 Retirement Savings Assessment. Here’s what you need to know.
Biden, Harris release 2022 tax returns
President Joe Biden and his wife, Jill, made $579,514 last year and paid $137,658 in federal income taxes.
How to get money from Facebook’s $725 million data privacy settlement
Facebook likely owes you money as part of a massive settlement over the privacy of your data. Here’s how to check.
IRS looking to create electronic free-file tax return system for US taxpayers
The IRS has been tasked with looking into how to create a government-operated electronic free-file tax return system for all.
More women earning as much as husbands, but still do more at home, study finds
In U.S. marriages where spouses earn the same income, husbands were still found to spend more time on leisure, while wives spend more time on caregiving and chores, according to Pew Research.
Teamsters Local 830 on strike against Liberty Coca-Cola, in Philadelphia
Teamsters Local 830 went on strike Sunday against Liberty Coca-Cola, the largest Coca-Cola bottler and distributor, serving New York, Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
How much does a funeral cost? New rule would make funeral homes post prices online
“In the internet era, it’s hard to see why anyone should have to physically visit or call multiple funeral homes just to compare prices."
IRS extends tax deadlines for storm victims in these 7 states
Individuals, households and businesses in disaster areas as designated by FEMA qualify for the tax relief.
Cashing In: Ways to save on summer travel
Airfare for summer travel is up 22 percent this year, but financial expert Dan Rocatto has some tips and tricks to help keep costs down for your vacation.
Walmart's Sam's Club celebrates 40th birthday with membership deal
First-time customers can pay $10 to join its Club membership program for the first year.
How to get a hardship loan
If you’re unemployed, a hardship loan can help you stay afloat financially. Learn how these loans work and where to get one.
Today's best mortgage deal? 15-year terms at 5.25 percent | April 14, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for April 14, 2023, which are mixed from yesterday.
Gas prices pump higher as the cost of oil rises: AAA
Gas prices increased by nine cents to $3.64 per gallon as oil prices rise. And although gas prices have dropped year-over-year, Americans have been facing high inflation in 2023.
US retail sales fall amid high inflation, rising rates
The decline in sales adds to other recent evidence that the economy is cooling as consumers grapple with higher interest rates and the impact of a year-long bout of elevated inflation.