Price difference between new and used cars hits all-time high — what to know

The gap between the average price of a new vehicle compared to a used car topped $20,000 for the first time last quarter, according to data from auto shopping guide Edmunds.

Best (and worst) states for jobs in 2024, according to WalletHub

When it comes to finding a job, New Hampshire ranks No. 1 in the country, according to a new report from WalletHub. Here's how your state ranks.

Would a 4-day work week work in the US? CEOs are split

A new study highlighting the broad adoption of a shorter work week in Iceland is touting the program as a success. Experts weigh in on how a 4-day work week could impact the U.S.

How Iceland's experimental 4-day workweek turned out

The report found that the change to a shorter workweek had significant results. Here's what the researchers learned.

New plan would cancel student loans for those with financial hardships

Student loan borrowers who face steep medical bills, child care costs and other types of financial hardship could see their student loan debt erased under a new proposal.

4 in 5 holiday travelers changing plans due to inflation, survey finds

A new Bankrate survey reveals that 83% of Americans are adjusting their 2024 holiday travel plans due to inflation, with many opting for shorter trips, cheaper accommodations, and alternative travel methods.

IRS announces higher standard deductions for 2025

The IRS has announced higher standard deductions for U.S. taxpayers in 2025, allowing them to shield more income from taxation.

Should minimum wage be lower for workers who get tips? These 2 states will decide

The amount of money tipped workers make varies depending on the state. Currently, 14 states pay the federal minimum, or just above $2 an hour for tipped workers and $7 an hour for non-tipped workers.

Mortgage rates continue to climb despite cuts by the Fed: Here’s why

Many Americans have been priced out of purchasing a home or making a move for years now amid elevated mortgage rates, sky-high home prices, and squeezed budgets due to inflation.

Survey: Nearly 40% of Gen Z workers skip lunch due to workload, guilt

A new survey reveals that almost 40% of Gen Z workers skip lunch due to guilt and heavy workloads, highlighting the pressures of modern work culture.

A closer look at how Trump's economic plan could impact inflation

Former President Donald Trump has vowed to eliminate inflation if he returns to office, but economists warn that his proposed policies, including high tariffs, mass deportations, and interference with the Federal Reserve, could worsen the issue.