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...

Mortgage Rates Edge Higher, Signaling What’s to Come in 2016

By Janna Herron

The rate on the most common mortgage ended the year higher than in 2014, only the third time the rate has increased year-over-year in the past decade. The trend of higher rates is expected to...
The Best Way to Turn Your Unwanted Gift Card into Cash

By Millie Dent

Gift cards may be the most wanted holiday gift for nine straight years, but that doesn’t make them foolproof. If you’re stuck with an unusable gift card—like one from McDonald’s but you’re on a diet—...
7 Financial Resolutions That Will Fatten Your Wallet in 2016

By Janna Herron

While planning your weight-loss plan to start the New Year, consider bulking up some money goals for 2016, too. People who made financial resolutions last year were more optimistic about next year,...
Here Are the Best Appliances of 2016 for Your Gourmet Kitchen

By Janna Herron

New kitchen appliances will not only make cooking for your family and friends a little easier, but will also attract more buyers if you sell your home. Single men and married couples said new kitchen...
3 Tips for Christmas Shopping at the Very Last Minute

By Beth Braverman

‘Tis the night before Christmas, and you still don’t have your holiday shopping done? Don’t worry, it’s not too late to play Santa. Here are three holiday shopping tips for the biggest...

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