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...

Your New Chip Credit Card: Everything You Need to Know

By Sheryl Nance Nash, The Fiscal Times

By now you’ve heard about the new credit cards with computer chips in addition to the traditional magnetic stripes. Maybe you have one already, though it’s likely you haven’t gotten yours yet. Either...
Your Credit Card Is Getting an Upgrade. Are You Ready?

By Beth Braverman

The credit card industry has promised to replace every existing magnetic strip card with new, more secure chip cards — by tomorrow. If you haven’t gotten your new card yet, you’re not alone. Despite...
How to Manage Your Old 401(k) After You Land a New Job

By Beth Braverman

Congratulations, you’ve landed a new job! In addition to finding a new lunch spot and ordering new business cards, add this to your must-do list: Figure out what to do with your old 401(k). As long...
Why Some Wealthy Taxpayers Are Getting Big State Tax Refunds

By Beth Braverman

Imagine if the government returned some of your tax money during years when the economy was strong and their coffers full. It’s actually happening in several states that have so-called tax-trigger...
Where Will 78 Million Boomers Retire? Facing the Challenge of Aging in Place

By Eric Pianin

With roughly 78 million baby boomers at or near retirement and average life expectancies climbing, many independent-minded seniors are resisting the pressure to move to often costly retirement...

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