Florida House Speaker proposes sales tax cut, sparking budget debate

Florida House Speaker Daniel Perez said Wednesday he wants to lower the state’s sales-tax rate, trimming revenue by almost $5 billion a year.

Many shoppers admit returning items after use: See what’s most common

A new LendingTree survey finds that 39% of shoppers who returned used items did so on purpose — with clothing, electronics, and kitchen tools among the most commonly “borrowed" products.

Trump to unveil tariff plans on April 2: What to know

President Donald Trump has dubbed April 2 “Liberation Day.” On April 2, Trump plans to unveil his plans for reciprocal tariffs.

Payment app etiquette: Things to know
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Dannie Fowler, certified etiquette and image consultant, shares vital tips to ensure smooth and respectful transactions when using payment apps with friends and family.

Ways to make passive income
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What is passive income and what are ways to create it? Bankrate Investing Analyst James Royal explains.

Student loans to be managed by Small Business Administration, Trump says

Student loans will now be managed by Small Business Administration, President Trump announced Friday, as part of his plan to dismantle the Department of Education.

Millions of people on disability can now save money without losing benefits—here’s how

Many Americans on SSI or Medicaid don’t realize they can now save and invest money through a special account without risking their benefits. ABLE accounts are expanding in 2026—and most people still don’t know they exist.

EU postpones US trade tariffs after Trump warns of 200% tax on European wine

The European Union has delayed its planned tariffs on US goods, which were set to go into effect at the start of April, pushing them to mid-April instead.

Best states for taxes in 2025

There’s no avoiding taxes no matter which state you live in, but where you live could mean you pay a lot more – or a lot less.

Fed keeps interest rates unchanged; what this means for you

As expected, the Federal Reserve will leave interest rates unchanged – for now – as it predicts slower economic growth than it did three months ago.

EU tariffs could hurt these states the most, analysis shows

If the European Union’s 27 countries move forward with retaliatory tariffs on the U.S., some states will be impacted far more than others.

Tariffs will increase car insurance costs faster, analysis finds

Tariffs on Canada and Mexico may cause car insurance rates to rise faster, an analysis found. Here’s what the projections are showing.

New Social Security rules announced: You may be required to visit office in person

New Social Security Administration rules were announced, which will require millions of recipients to visit local agency offices in-person rather than over the phone.