The best markets for 1st-time homebuyers in 2025

Realtor.com shared its top 10 cities for first-time homebuyers and based its data on several factors, including affordability, a strong local economy, and a return on investment.

Who will receive the $1,400 stimulus check? Here's how to check.

Approximately 1 million taxpayers will automatically receive special payments of up to $1,400 from the IRS in the coming weeks. Here’s who will receive the $1,400 stimulus check and how to check if you are one of them.

Tesla recalls nearly 240,000 vehicles over rearview camera issue

Tesla has recalled 239,382 vehicles over a problem affecting the rearview camera, which can cause a visibility issue. Here's what to know.

California fires threaten oil and gas supplies

Oil refineries in LA face backups as pipelines are cut off due to fire hazards and loss of power.

Medical debt will be removed from credit reports: What this means for Americans

The Biden administration finalized a new rule that will prevent Americans from the harm caused by medical debt, including being coerced by debt collectors to pay bills they do not owe.

Medical debt banned from appearing on credit reports in new Biden administration rule

Unpaid medical bills will no longer appear on consumer credit reports, which can result in people being blocked mortgages and car loans. Here's what to know about the newly-announced rule.

Broccoli sold at Walmart recalled for listeria risk

Bags of ready-to-eat broccoli florets have been recalled in 20 U.S. states over listeria concerns. Here's what to know.

The biggest car recalls of 2024: See if yours is on the list

From Ford SUVs to Honda sedans, this year’s biggest auto recalls impacted a collective 8.65 million vehicles. Here’s how to see if yours is on the list.

Pet food recalled over bird flu contamination, house cat dead

A national recall was issued after an Oregon cat died from eating raw pet food contaminated with the bird flu.

FDA raises Costco egg recall to highest risk level over salmonella fears

The FDA issued the highest level of risk of Category 1 to a recall concerning eggs sold at Costco that could be contaminated with salmonella.

In-person shopping makes comeback amid record-spending holiday season

Total holiday spending this year is expected to be at least $24 billion higher than last year, according to the National Retail Federation.