Renting is now cheaper than owning, data shows: See the list of top markets
A new analysis shows that renting is cheaper than owning a home in all of the 100 largest US metros. See the cities where the gap is widest and what this means for renters and buyers.
Ross Stores opens 19 new stores in 14 states
The new stores are located in 14 states, Ross said.
Florida lawmakers back bill to exempt trainees from minimum wage
A Florida Senate committee Monday backed a proposal that would give employers a way to sidestep the state’s minimum wage if they can classify positions as job training.
Late car payments rise to highest level in over 30 years
High car prices and elevated interest rates have strained auto loan borrowers.
Tariffs update: Ontario raises electricity tax for US, China targets American farm products
China has imposed new tariffs on US farm products, while Ontario is hiking electricity prices for Americans in retaliation for President Trump’s escalating trade war. Here’s what it means for consumers.
Tesla stock hit hard as market drops
Tesla’s stock dropped 15% on Monday, deepening 2025 losses. The broader market also faces uncertainty from tariffs.
Here are the top side hustles in 2025
If you’re searching for ways to earn a little extra cash, these gigs might offer a little financial relief.
Almost 40% of Americans receive financial help from family to buy a house: Survey
A new survey reveals that nearly 40% of Americans rely on family financial help for home purchases, most often through parents and grandparents gifting money for a deposit.
What is a recession? Here's the criteria and where the U.S. stands
Thanks to reporting lags and number revisions, recessions typically aren’t declared until well after they have begun.
Trump won't rule out recession this year
In an interview with Fox News Channel Sunday, President Trump brushed aside concerns from businesses seeking stability as they make investment decisions.
Justice Department investigating surge in egg prices: report
Egg prices have nearly doubled in the last year.
Americans borrowed $74 billion to cover medical bills in 2024, study finds
Millions of Americans admit that paying for health care expenses often means going into debt based on findings in a recent study.
Jobs report shows solid gains but unemployment up slightly
The American job market has remained remarkably resilient, despite rising uncertainty amid a looming trade war, a purge of the federal workforce and mass deportations.
Price of toys will increase due to Trump's tariffs on China, industry experts say
Toys in the U.S. may cost 15-20% more by fall due to Trump's tariffs on China, according to industry experts.
Mortgage rates finally declining but may not go much lower
The recent dip in mortgage rates is encouraging for consumers searching for a home. Here's what you need to know.
How Trump's tariffs will impact lumber prices and the housing market
Canada is the source of about 70% of US lumber imports. Canadian lumber is now facing a nearly 40% tariff.
Trump postpones tariffs on most goods from Mexico for one month
The tariff delay would apply to goods that are compliant with the trade agreement President Donald Trump negotiated with Canada and Mexico during his first term in the White House.
Florida lawmakers consider study on property tax cuts. expansion of homestead exemption
Florida lawmakers are considering property tax cuts, with proposals to expand the homestead exemption and possibly eliminate property taxes.
Map: Where America's eggs come from
Egg prices in the U.S. continue to soar, with the average price of a dozen Grade A eggs reaching $4.95 in January, surpassing previous records.
Trump pulls back on auto tariffs; here's where we currently stand
The president announced that he’s granting a one-month exemption on his new tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada for auto manufacturers in the U.S.