Going to college? What you need to know about student loans
If you’re heading to college or starting to think about where you’d like to apply, you’re probably considering options for funding your education. If you need to borrow money to pursue your dreams, you are far from alone.
Today’s mortgage rates are rising, use shorter terms to save the most | August 14, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for August 14, 2023, which are largely trending up from Friday.
Inflation forcing Americans to spend $709 more per month than 2 years ago: economist
Inflation has created financial pressures for most U.S. households and forced them to pay more for daily necessities like food and rent.
The four US cities facing the biggest housing shortages
Prospective homebuyers across the U.S. are facing a chronic shortage of available houses, but the scarcity is worse in some parts of the country, according to new Bank of America research.
Shopper shocked by nearly $2,800 grocery bill: ‘Panic mode’
An Ohio woman was shocked when what was meant to be a routine order for a few hundred dollars of groceries from Kroger turned into a nearly $2,800 bill.
Burger King cook who didn't miss work for 27 years gets $400K in online donations to retire after viral post
A Burger King employee received almost half a million dollars through GoFundMe in response to a video of him commemorating 27 years without missing a day of work, a feat that many felt his company did not appropriately celebrate.
Chipotle customer reveals how she gets extra food for under $10: 'The bowl will be gigantic'
A childcare worker from Virginia has gone viral for sharing how she maximizes the amount of food she gets when she orders food from Chipotle Mexican Grill, and the fast-casual restaurant chain has confirmed to FOX Business that the hack is legit.
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez offer $100 million to Maui recovery effort
Jeff Bezos and his fiancée Lauren Sánchez are making a financial donation to help fund the relief and recovery efforts in Maui, Hawaii.
Today’s lowest mortgage rates? Shorter terms in the lower 6 percent range | August 11, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for August 11, 2023, which are mixed from yesterday.
Woman celebrating 43rd wedding anniversary wins $25K a year for life in lottery
A woman from New Hampshire has won a $25,000 a year for life prize from a multi-state lottery game just in time for her 43rd wedding anniversary.
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried jailed; judge says crypto mogul tampered with witnesses
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried has been sent to jail after a bail hearing in New York City.
Today’s lowest mortgage rates? Consider today's shorter terms | August 10, 2023
Check out the mortgage purchase rates for August 10, 2023, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Layoffs begin in the film industry as Hollywood strikes continue
Some businesses haven't had a customer in months, while other companies are concerned about bankruptcy if the strikes continue.
Today’s biggest mortgage savings? 10-year terms at 6 percent | August 9, 2023
Check out the mortgage purchase rates for August 9, 2023, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Here's how hard it is to win Tuesday's Mega Millions drawing
There may be a lot of excitement over the Mega Millions drawing for Aug. 8, but as far as winning the jackpot is concerned, experts say don't bank on that happening. Here's what you should know about your chances of winning it all.
Credit card debt set to hit $1T as inflation continues squeezing Americans
Americans are drowning in credit card debt as stubborn inflation makes the cost of everyday necessities more expensive.
US inflation has cooled, but getting it down to the Fed's target rate will be the toughest mile
Squeezing out the last bit of excess inflation and reducing it to the Federal Reserve's 2% target rate is expected to be a much harder and slower grind.
Today’s biggest mortgage savings? 10- and 15-year terms at 6.125 percent | August 8, 2023
Check out the mortgage rates for August 8, 2023, which are largely unchanged from yesterday.
Mega Millions record $1.5 billion jackpot producing millionaires with smaller prizes
Mega Millions has created plenty of winners — and even made some millionaires — in over three months that a drawing hasn't produced a jackpot winner.
Is not having a 401(k) as a benefit becoming a deal breaker for new hires?
A 401(k) is usually workers’ first experience with investing, expert says