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...

Here Are 5 Reasons Why Your Insurer Denied Your Doctor’s Bill

By Lacie Glover, NerdWallet

Having your health insurance claim denied is enough to make you feel sick all over again — especially if you’re stuck with a large medical bill as a result. The good news is that you’re entitled to...
Does Living Near a Target Store Make Your Home More Valuable?

By Beth Braverman

Access to newly fashionable clothing and a killer cash-back rewards program aren’t the only reasons to be happy you live near a Target store. A new report finds that houses near a big red bullseye...
6 Powerful Tax Credits You Shouldn’t Overlook

By Janna Herron

Tax credits are the fastest way to reduce how much you owe Uncle Sam. They are even more valuable than deductions because credits reduce your actual tax bill dollar for dollar. For example, if you’re...
Nearly $1 Billion in Unclaimed Tax Refunds Up for Grabs -- Until April

By Janna Herron

More than a million Americans stand to lose $950 million in unclaimed tax refunds for 2012 if they don’t file a federal income tax return by this year’s April tax deadline. Any funds that are not...
Can You Pass a Simple Credit Quiz That Most College Students Failed?

By Beth Braverman

While college students sometimes get a bad rap for being entitled or irresponsible, when it comes to managing their money many of them are doing it right. More than three-quarters of college students...

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