Nearly 70 percent of Americans are reviewing their insurance policy, looking for lower rates: Trusted Choice
70% of Americans are reviewing their policies to save money as homeowners and auto insurance rates skyrocket.
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 FAFSA reveal comes with complications, delays
The Department of Education began its soft launch of the overhauled 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The 2024-2025 FAFSA form expands eligibility for federal student aid, including Pell Grants, and provides a streamlined user experience.
Bowser aims to revitalize Gallery Place-Chinatown ahead of possible Caps, Wizards departure
Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser is launching a task force aimed at revitalizing the Gallery Place-Chinatown area.
$44.5 million in federal funding going toward rural communities to improve higher education access
Due to fewer students in rural communities attending college, the Biden-Harris administration plans to send $44.5 million in funding to 22 rural institutions.
Seniors say 2024 Social Security payment increase not enough to keep up with inflation: survey
As seniors deal with rising inflation, some consider rejoining the workforce to deal with rising costs.
Millions of businesses eligible for $5.5B Visa Mastercard antitrust fee settlement
If your business accepted Visa and/or Mastercard credit or debit cards over a period of time, you could be eligible for part of a $5.54 billion class-action settlement.
New Taco Bell kits let you make Crunchwrap Supremes at home
Taco Bell calls the Crunchwrap Supreme “perhaps the most iconic menu item in Taco Bell’s history.” Now, you can make the fast food version at home.
Two indicted in $8.5M Airbnb, Vrbo scam that defrauded thousands of victims across 10 states
Shray Goel and Shaunik Raheja are facing federal fraud charges alleging they ripped off unsuspecting travelers in an $8.5 million short-term rental scam involving properties in Southern California.
Lululemon founder Chip Wilson slams company's 'whole diversity and inclusion thing'
“You’ve got to be clear that you don’t want certain customers coming in,” former CEO Chip Wilson told Forbes.
Chick-fil-A prices surge in recent years, report says
A new report says Chick-fil-A prices have increased 21% in the last two years. Analysts explain the reasonings behind the price hikes and what is expected to come.
TGI Fridays closing dozens of underperforming restaurants nationwide
TGI Fridays is set to undergo a significant transformation, including the closure of dozens of underperforming stores nationwide and the sale of eight corporate-owned restaurants in the Northeast.
Homeowners insurance rates on the rise, mainly due to increase in natural disasters
Homeowners insurance rates on the rise across the country, with climate change being a contributing factor.
US beer sales dip to lowest level in 24 years – and Bud Light fallout wasn't the only factor
It was a tough year for beer in America with other big brands also driving sales declines. Here are some of the factors beyond Bud Light’s controversy that have impacted the industry.
Here's how you can make your 2024 financial goals a reality
Higher living costs are why Americans think it will be more challenging to meet financial goals next year, but many are taking steps to make sure they don't miss the mark, a recent survey said.
These are the 5 states with the highest and lowest student loan debt balances
The most populated states in the country tend to have the highest student loan balances, while the least populated tend to have the lowest balances.
X now worth 71% less than when Elon Musk bought it, Fidelity estimates
Fidelity was part of the investment group that helped Elon Musk take over Twitter in late 2022.
SmileDirectClub ends operations, halts treatments after filing bankruptcy
SmileDirectClub filed for bankruptcy protection while reporting nearly $900 million in debt. The company is shutting down its operations after being unable to secure funding to keep it afloat, leaving customers with many questions and very few answers.
UK vinyl sales surge to highest level since 1990, thanks to Taylor Swift, others
Vinyl sales surged in 2023, thanks to releases from artists like Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, Lana Del Rey, and more.
Need a 2024 side hustle? Here are the most in-demand, according to Fiverr
Picking up a second job to make ends meet or achieve financial goals has become more common as high inflation continues to take a toll on Americans.