Personal Finance
Got tipping rage? This barista reveals what it’s like to be behind the tip screen
The rise in tipping has many customers fuming, but one worker who depends on tips says most customers misunderstand what they are.
1 year ago
Are Amazon Prime Day deals worth it? 5 things to know
Amazon's annual sale will run Tuesday and Wednesday, boasting that the sales offered will be its lowest prices so far this year. Before you buy, read here.
1 year ago
BofA hit with $250 million in fines and customer refunds for ‘double-dipping’ fees, fake accounts
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency found that the bank’s double-dipping on fees was illegal.
1 year ago
As meat prices hover near record highs, here are 3 ways to save on your July 4 cookout
If you're planning to throw some meat on the grill this weekend, here are some ways to save money in the process.
1 year ago
‘There is no trust now’: Student loan borrowers respond to Supreme Court decision
In the wake of Friday's Supreme Court decision striking down Biden's relief plan, borrowers lament the path forward.
1 year ago
It’s almost time to resume student loan payments. Not doing so could cost you
More than 40 million Americans will have to start making federal student loan payments again at the end of the summer.
1 year ago
Is the debt deal changing student loan repayment? Here’s what you need to know
The pause's end will affect some 43 million borrowers, but, in effect, it's not a big change.
1 year ago
3 ways to protect your money if the U.S. defaults on its debt
Personal finance experts say you should prepare for a possible debt default as you would a recession.
1 year ago
New push on U.S.-run free electronic tax-filing system for all
The IRS has been tasked with looking into how to create a government-operated electronic free-file tax return system. But that doesn’t sit well with tax-prep companies.
1 year ago
Haven’t filed taxes yet? Don’t panic. Here’s what to know
Experts recommend pulling together all of the documents you need and then giving yourself a chunk of time to sit down and get it done.
1 year ago
Your tax refund could be smaller than last year. Here’s why
The 90 million taxpayers who have filed as of March 31 got refunds that were an average of nearly 10% less than last year.
1 year ago
New IRS leader promises faster, easier tax filing process
“This is our moment in history to transform the IRS,” said Daniel Werfel, who was ceremoniously sworn into his new role at the IRS headquarters, Tuesday.
2 years ago
Move over, mid-life crisis: The quarter-life crisis has arrived
Researchers explain how to cope with competitive housing markets, high inflation, and overall stress.
2 years ago
Still trying to quit that gym membership? The FTC is proposing a rule that could help
The Federal Trade Commission gets thousands of complaints a year from customers trapped in memberships they don't want. Its "Click to Cancel" proposal aims to change that.
2 years ago
High inflation and housing costs force Americans to delay needed health care
Close to 40% of surveyed Americans, a record high, put off medical care last year because of finances.
2 years ago