Minimum wage vs. tipped wage: State-by-state comparison
Most fast food workers in California are set to be paid a minimum of $20 per hour under a new law that starts Monday. Here is a look at how that compares to other minimum wages across the country.
IRS has 940,000 unclaimed tax refunds from 2020 that will expire soon
The IRS is warning taxpayers that they may be leaving more than $1 billion on the table.
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.
Dollar Tree to offer $7 items, shifting away from single-pricing model
Last June, the company steadily increased its maximum price limit by adding $5 items.
Some Americans will receive a second Social Security check this week – here's why
Here's why some Social Security recipients will receive two checks this week.
Nearly 40% of Americans say they are behind on monthly bills: survey
The survey by LendingTree suggests that many people in the U.S. may still be struggling amid ongoing, high inflation.
Chase customers sue bank over 'predatory' fees on bounced checks
The customers say the fees are “junk fees” and the actions by the bank are “predatory.”
Home ownership gap from Boomers to Millennials, brings more challenges for younger generations
According to the Federal Reserve, Americans over the age of 55 control about 72 percent of the nation's wealth. On the flip side, those under the age of 40 have 7 percent of country's money.
Mortgage interest rates jumped up this week, along with prices: Freddie Mac
Mortgage interest rates for 30-year mortgages rose to 6.77% this week, up from 6.64% last week.
Mortgage rates stagnate, hobbling affordability as spring buying season looms: Freddie Mac
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 6.64% for the week ending Feb. 8, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
Gas and oil prices are on the rise as warm weather brings more demand
Gas prices are up from last month, but down $0.29 compared to last year.
House passes $78 billion tax bill expanding the child tax credit, its fate in the Senate remains to be seen
The child tax deduction expansion would make more of the credit refundable, helping millions of families.
12 states qualify for the IRS Direct File pilot program: Is yours one of them?
On top of a new IRS tax filing system, an adjustment to the child tax credit may qualify families for higher credits.
U.S. heads toward slow recovery with 353,000 jobs added in January
Employment grew by 353,000 in January while unemployment stayed at 3.7%.
Gas prices increase in synch with oil costs and growing demand
A spike in demand as winter weather thawed and higher oil prices pushed gas prices up this week.
Trump-era tax cuts poised to expire soon, meaning you could face steeper taxes
The expiration of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act on Dec. 31, 2025, will essentially mean that many Americans will be forced to pay anywhere between 1% to 4% more in taxes unless certain provisions are extended or made permanent.
Just over 15 percent of home listings were considered affordable in 2023: Redfin
Just 15.5% of homes are considered affordable for everyday homebuyers, the lowest share on record.
IRS is waiving late fees for taxpayers who filed late in 2020, 2021
It turns out the pandemic was rough on the Internal Revenue Service along with almost everyone else.
Got student loan debt? Here’s how to get up to $2500 tax deduction
According to the IRS, you may be able to deduct a portion of student loan interest from your taxable income — up to $2,500. Find out if you qualify.
New year, new finances? An expert talks 2024 investment options, inflation fears
Financial advisor Dan Casey from Bridgeriver Advisors LLC stopped by to talk about investing and budgeting our money.