Personal Economics

Factbox: What happens in a U.S. government shutdown?

By Richard Cowan and Susan Cornwell and Amanda Becker and Richard Cowan and Susan Cornwell and Amanda Becker, Reuters

In shutdowns, nonessential government employees are furloughed, or placed on temporary unpaid leave. Workers deemed essential, including those dealing with public safety and national security, keep...
Delaware Sues Opioid Manufacturers, Distributors Over Epidemic

By Nate Raymond, Reuters

(Reuters) - Delaware on Friday became the latest state to file a lawsuit accusing corporations of helping fuel the national opioid epidemic, suing a wide range of companies involved in making,...
Trump's drug czar nominee withdraws from consideration

By Sarah N. Lynch and Makini Brice, Reuters

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. lawmaker who was President Donald Trump's pick for drug czar withdrew on Tuesday after a report he spearheaded a bill that hurt the government's ability to crack down...
6 Tips for Renovating Your Home Without Getting Ripped Off

By Beth Braverman

Follow these steps to make sure that you’re not spending more than you need to on your home improvement projects.
The Risk That’s Growing Once Again in the Housing Market

By Diana Olick, CNBC

Homebuyers are increasingly opting to put less money down when purchasing their homes, increasing their risk should the housing market, and specifically home prices, falter yet again.

Making a Big Money Move? Why You Should Probably Consult a Financial Adviser

By Beth Pinsker, Reuters

People hire financial advisers with the very obvious goal of getting advice on how to handle their money. So why do investors often cut advisers out of consequential decisions? Some advisers say...
Are Fidget Spinners Dangerous? Consumer Group Issues a Warning

By Beth Braverman

The Consumer Product Safety Commission is warning that fidget spinners might not be suitable for everyone.
The Best City in America for Working Parents

By Beth Braverman

While it’s tough for working parents across the country, there are some cities where the load is a bit lighter, thanks to lower childcare costs and shorter commute times.
Here’s How Much More Your Health Insurance Will Cost Next Year

By Beth Braverman

Consumers who get health insurance through their jobs won’t see rate hikes in the double digits like those on the Obamacare exchanges, but they’ll still see the cost of health care go up.
Would Trump Take Away Your Mortgage Interest Deduction?

By Rob Garver

In the complicated world of federal tax expenditures, there is perhaps no provision more loved by its beneficiaries and more hated by academic economists than the mortgage interest deduction. For...

Investors are Flipping Over Low Home Prices

By Steve Yoder, The Fiscal Times

Real-estate flippers are back – and they may help speed the recover of the housing market.
Secondary Trading in 1st Place with Elite Investors

By Sarah Stodola, The Fiscal Times

Plenty of hot companies remain in what used to be the exclusive domain of angels and institutions, but these days, individual investors are hot to buy shares in privately held companies, otherwise...
The Hidden Costs of Cutting the Mortgage Deduction

By Michelle Hirsch, The Fiscal Times

A diverse group of economists say eliminating the mortgage deduction might not hurt the economy as much as the real-estate industry would like you to believe.
Social Security: New Pawn in Debt-Ceiling Battle

By Merrill Goozner, The Fiscal Times

While Social Security has taken a back seat to Medicare in the ongoing debate over entitlements, many groups worried about the deficit are proposing to close the retirement program’s long-term...
Lawmakers Seek Lower Down Payment Requirements

By Katherine Reynolds Lewis

Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle are asking regulators to lower the requirements for home mortgage down payments.

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