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...

29 Islands You Can Buy for Less Than the Price of a House

By Janna Herron

Think owning your own private island is only for the rich? Not necessarily. There are plenty of islands up for sale for less than the median price of a U.S. home — $210,800 for existing homes in...
When and How to Refile Your Old Taxes

By Janna Herron

Congratulations, you’re done with your 2015 tax returns and it’s time to have a beer. Before you stash away your calculator and crack open your celebratory beverage, though, take a moment and...
Hate Sitting in Traffic? Move to One of These 10 Cities

By Beth Braverman

Everyone hates sitting in traffic, but navigating through crowded streets and highways is the price many Americans pay for living in dynamic but congested urban areas. There are a few cities, however...
Could You Live on $7,000 a Year? Some Retired Baby Boomers May Have To

By Beth Braverman

Most financial planners recommend that workers have enough cash saved to replace 70 percent to 80 percent of their income in retirement, but today’s Baby Boomers are falling far, far short of that...
7 Easy Ways to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft

By Heather Larson, The Fiscal Times

You’ve heard the horror stories from friends and neighbors, or maybe you’ve lived through some yourself: In 2015, 13.1 million Americans had their identity stolen, the highest number in six years...

Search form