US tariffs on Canada and Mexico begin Saturday—what it means for gas prices
President Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico begin Saturday, but he hasn’t decided whether to include oil imports— a move that could affect gas prices despite his pledge to cut energy costs.
Fixing your finances and building generational wealth
Inaugural Wealth Summit heads to Bowie State University this weekend. Akisha S. Jefferson stopped by with her tips on building wealth and managing money.
Did Trump freeze food stamps (SNAP), Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid?
A federal judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's attempt to pause funding for federal grants and loans. But are food stamps (SNAP), Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid safe?
Fed declines to lower interest rate, ending 3-cut run
The Fed declined Wednesday to lower the interest rate in a move that ends a three-cut run and goes against the direction of President Trump.
Trump's funding freeze explained: How it could impact DC, Virginia, Maryland
The funding freeze could affect trillions of dollars and cause widespread disruption in health care research, education programs and other initiatives. Here's what you need to know:
Survey: 50% of millennials rely on tax return to make ends meet
A new survey reveals that many Americans, especially millennials and Gen Z, depend on tax refunds while grappling with stress and financial challenges during tax season.
Washington, DC saw one of the biggest salary increases in the country in 2024
In December, year-over-year pay growth for job-stayers slowed to 4.6%, marking the slowest increase since July 2021, according to a new report.
Have you committed financial infidelity? You're not alone
Forty percent of U.S. adults who are in committed relationships admitted to committing some form of financial infidelity against their significant other, according to a recent survey.
How much does a relationship cost? Study reveals the price of love
A recent study reveals how much Americans spend on relationships, from date nights to gifts, and the financial dynamics between partners.
Where’s my refund? Check your 2024 income tax refund status
The IRS announced on Friday that the 2025 tax season will officially begin on Jan. 27, with over 140 million tax returns expected by the April 15 deadline.
2024 tax filing: How to Direct File, 1099-K reportings, and other things to know
Here are key dates and important things to know about this year’s tax filing season.
2024 tax filing: How to Direct File, 1099-K reportings, and other things to know
Here are key dates and important things to know about this year’s tax filing season.
Some Walmart managers get pay bump, pushing compensation over $600K
Walmart announced that certain managers are getting a boost in their pay with all stock grants and bonuses calculated in.
Could you handle a $1,000 emergency expense? Report says most Americans can't
A Bankrate survey reveals most Americans struggle to afford a $1,000 emergency expense, highlighting the financial strain caused by inflation and high interest rates.
New legislation would increase minimum wage in Maryland, make tips tax-free
Maryland’s state minimum wage could be on the way up once again. Lawmakers have a plan Thursday to not only increase the minimum wage but also make tips tax-free.
Here’s how far your paycheck goes in America's major cities in 2025
Bankrate’s recent analysis of cost-of-living data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis reveals that relocating for a job may not always lead to the expected increase in purchasing power.
Trump launches meme coin ahead of inauguration
$TRUMP coins, a new Trump-backed cryptocurrency token, show an image of Trump following his assassination attempt.
These are the best-performing cities in America, report says
A new report shows which U.S. cities are booming, and which ones are lagging.