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...

From Greece to the Caribbean: How to Buy a Private Island

By Suelain Moy

As the Greek debt drama plays out, it looks like the country may be forced to sell some of its most valuable assets to pay down its overwhelming debt. High on anyone’s list of desirable Greek assets...
9 Social Security Tips You Need to Know Right Now

By Suelain Moy

Whether you’re ready to retire or simply planning for the future, here are the facts you really need to know about Social Security, and can’t afford to miss. In a recent MassMutual survey, 1,513...
Want to Sell Your Home? Shoot a Cool Video

By Suelain Moy

If you want to sell your home, you might want to do more than just take photos. You might want to hire a Coppola. The latest way to sell luxury real estate is through professional-quality lifestyle...
The Surprising Reason College Tuition Is Crazy Expensive

By Suelain Moy

Are federal student loans driving up the cost of college tuition? A report from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York indicates that’s exactly what’s happening, finding the effect of aid expansion on...
Want to Age in Place? Ask Yourself These 3 Questions First

By Beth Braverman

Sure, the idea of retiring to a Sunbelt locale like Florida or Arizona may sound like a good idea, but when it comes time to really settle on a place to retire, most older Americans really want to...

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