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IRS has 940,000 unclaimed tax refunds from 2020 that will expire soon

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.

March 25, 2024 3:12pm EDT
Here's why paid loyalty programs are all the rage at stores and restaurants

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.

March 20, 2024 10:20pm EDT
Dollar Tree to offer $7 items, shifting away from single-pricing model

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.

March 15, 2024 2:31pm EDT
Some Americans will receive a second Social Security check this week – here's why

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.

March 1, 2024 7:16pm EST
Nearly 40% of Americans say they are behind on monthly bills: survey

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.

February 22, 2024 4:52pm EST
Chase customers sue bank over 'predatory' fees on bounced checks

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.”

February 21, 2024 10:12pm EST
Home ownership gap from Boomers to Millennials, brings more challenges for younger generations

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.

February 21, 2024 6:33pm EST
Mortgage interest rates jumped up this week, along with prices: Freddie Mac

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.

February 16, 2024 6:51pm EST
Mortgage rates stagnate, hobbling affordability as spring buying season looms: Freddie Mac

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.

February 9, 2024 6:36pm EST
Gas and oil prices are on the rise as warm weather brings more demand

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.

February 9, 2024 6:27pm EST
House passes $78 billion tax bill expanding the child tax credit, its fate in the Senate remains to be seen

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.

February 9, 2024 6:19pm EST
12 states qualify for the IRS Direct File pilot program: Is yours one of them?

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.

February 7, 2024 8:17pm EST
U.S. heads toward slow recovery with 353,000 jobs added in January

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%.

February 2, 2024 7:04pm EST
Gas prices increase in synch with oil costs and growing demand

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.

February 2, 2024 6:50pm EST
Trump-era tax cuts poised to expire soon, meaning you could face steeper taxes

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.

February 2, 2024 10:55am EST
Just over 15 percent of home listings were considered affordable in 2023: Redfin

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.

January 17, 2024 12:20pm EST
IRS is waiving late fees for taxpayers who filed late in 2020, 2021

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.

January 10, 2024 6:32pm EST
Got student loan debt? Here’s how to get up to $2500 tax deduction

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.

January 9, 2024 2:05pm EST
New year, new finances? An expert talks 2024 investment options, inflation fears

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.

January 1, 2024 11:10am EST
Gen X advised to ‘stop spending’ due to largest retirement savings wealth gap of any generation

Gen X advised to ‘stop spending’ due to largest retirement savings wealth gap of any generation

Economist argues less spending equals a 'milder’ recession.

December 21, 2023 4:30pm EST
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