Here's how much it costs to live comfortably in Virginia, Maryland
A new 2025 study from reveals that both Virginia and Maryland are among the top 10 in the nation where residents need the highest salaries to live comfortably—a reflection of the region’s rising costs and high expectations for quality of life.
CPI inflation report: Which prices changed the most last month
Here’s a closer look at May’s CPI inflation report, and which prices increased and decreased the most.
Inflation rose slightly in May, offset by cheaper gas and travel fares
The latest figures suggest tariffs haven’t impacted prices yet, but economists say that could change in coming months.
US layoffs spike nearly 50% as DOGE-driven cuts take center stage
Employers have announced nearly 80,000 planned hires in 2025 so far, though that's a historically low pace compared with recent years.
Buy now, pay later under scrutiny as Klarna reports rising defaults
Klarna says more customers are falling behind on their buy now, pay later loans as U.S. consumer debt hits a record high. Here’s what’s behind the trend and what it means for financial health.
Procter & Gamble cutting up to 7,000 jobs amid tariffs, consumer uncertainty
Procter & Gamble, the maker of Tide detergent and Pampers diapers, says it will cut up to 7,000 jobs over the next two years.
Retirement account balances dip in 1st quarter, but savers keep contributing
Fidelity analysis shows combined employee, employer savings rate at 14.3%, near suggested target.
Study finds half of Americans are experiencing 'financial FOMO'
People admit in a new survey that seeing the financial achievements of others online is motivation for them to improve their own spending habits.
Social Security Fairness Act: Where the expanded benefits stand
Earlier this year, Biden signed a bill that boosted Social Security payments for nearly 3 million people. Here’s an update on the expanded benefits.
Trump’s Tax Bill: How will it affect your money
President Donald Trump’s tax bill has cleared the House and is now making its way through the Senate. Here is a breakdown of how these changes could affect your finances, according to FOX Business.
Home sellers outnumber buyers by record amount: What that means for prices
The U.S. housing market has nearly 500,000 more sellers than buyers, a recent analysis by Redfin found. Here’s what that means for prices.
Here are the states where people have the highest income in 2025, study
A new study finds that residents in these states are earning more money than others. See where your area ranks.
IRS tax refund: Here's when you can expect your payment
If you have already filed your tax return, here’s what you need to know about the payment status and filing deadlines.
Here's what will boost your feeling of financial well-being the most, researchers say
A recent Vanguard survey found what will boost your feeling of financial well-being the most – and it isn’t a high salary or million-dollar assets.
Solo travelers pay more than groups for economy flights: report
Solo and business-class travelers are paying more for airline tickets on major U.S. carriers than group travelers, according to a recent report.
Social Security June payment schedule: Here’s when recipients will get their checks
A new month means another round of Social Security payments for millions of Americans who benefit from the program. Here’s when checks go out.
People in these states spend the most on health care
Not surprisingly, people in the nation’s poorest states spend the largest share of their earnings on health care costs, a new WalletHub analysis found.
Child care costs in Maryland among nation’s highest, analysis finds
A nonprofit advocacy group released findings from a recent analysis of child care costs and affordability across the United States.
Child care cost the most in these states in 2024, analysis found
The steep cost of child care in America is weighing on parents all over the country, but those in these particular states were found to feel the pinch the most.