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...

Why Now Is a Great Time to Buy a Winter Coat

By Beth Braverman

The trees and lights have been in place for weeks but it doesn’t quite feel like Christmastime in many parts of the country due to unseasonably warm weather. Meteorologists are predicting that the...
Why Women Pay More for Everyday Products, from Razors to Blue Jeans

By Beth Braverman

In the market for a toy scooter, disposable razors or new jeans? Go with the men’s version if you can. A new report from the New York City Department of Consumer Affairs finds that on those and...
28 Christmas Facts that Even Santa May Not Know

By Millie Dent

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, full of festive decorations, delicious meals and treats, quality time with loved ones and presents galore. But Christmas wasn’t always this way. In fact, the...
Seaweed Is the New Kale: 11 Hot Food Trends for 2016

By Beth Braverman

Foodies are fickle folk. Remember the summer of the cronut or the mania surrounding food trucks? Burgers, cupcakes and coconut water have all had their moment on the plate, but the obsession...
Is It Time to Eliminate the Retirement Age?

By Michael Hodin, The Fiscal Times

AARP recently released the newest installment of its livability index , a statistical take on which U.S. cities promote the good life for the silver-haired. The index does a good job of providing...

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