savings

A survey found 56% of Americans would not be able to cover an unexpected $1,000 expense with their savings, and rising costs are to blame. Here are three steps you can take today to build up your emergency fund.

The Federal Reserve has raised its key interest rate five times this year, most recently on Wednesday, as part of its ongoing effort to slow the pace of inflation.

Is getting gas credit cards or joining a warehouse club worth it? News4’s Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan reports.

Out of 250 metropolitan areas in the U.S., women under 30 are paid the same or more than men in 22 of them, according to the Pew Research Center.

More than three-quarters of new homeowners said in a survey they ended up having an unexpected cost in the first year of ownership.

With both home prices and rents rising, you’ll have to make a decision based on your personal situation. Here’s what to consider.

The House of Representatives has passed the Securing a Strong Retirement Act, or Secure Act 2.0. It’s good news for many retirement savers.

As prices spike, workers are running out of money faster: Now, 1 in 5 say they can’t make it from paycheck to paycheck.

You’ll need more than your down payment in savings before buying a house. These are the costs you should factor into your budget.

Whether or not couples keep joint accounts could make or break a relationship, according to research. Here’s why.

The House of Representatives could vote on the Securing a Strong Retirement Act, or Secure Act 2.0, as early as Tuesday.

Health savings accounts are growing rapidly. They are available to consumers with a high-deductible health insurance plan and have a triple tax advantage.

President Joe Biden has proposed a hike on the top marginal income tax bracket for single filers earning more than $400,000 and married couples above $450,000.

A part of the bond market saw its yield curve invert on Monday. An inverted yield curve is a distortion that typically prefaces a recession.

The deadline for 2021 traditional individual retirement account contributions is April 18. But there are special rules to qualify for a deduction. What to know.

Options contracts can be a useful investment tool to hedge risk, but they can also be incredibly risky without the proper strategy and execution.

Expecting a baby? It’s important to start thinking about both the short-term and long-term costs of raising a child, say financial advisors.

Equifax, Experian and TransUnion recently announced that starting July 1, they will remove nearly 70% of medical debt from credit reports.

In February, the median sales price for homes in the U.S. was $357,300, a 15% increase on the year, according to data from the National Association of Realtors.

Employers are rethinking workplace culture as millions quit their jobs. These companies already have perks in place they think gives them an edge.