U.S. Inflation Hit A New 40-Year High Last Month Of 8.6%Lower-income, Black and Hispanic Americans struggle most because, on average, a larger proportion of their income is consumed by necessities.
How To Keep Predictably Higher Electricity Bills Down This YearExtreme heat combined with drought and war effects are driving electricity costs this summer.
Consumers Look To Cut Costs, Make Extra Money As Prices RiseEating out was one luxury in the crosshairs, as well as attending experiences like concerts and sports. But some are cutting essentials too.
Some Americans Turn To Home Gardens As Grocery Prices RiseThe latest government inflation numbers showed the year-over-year cost of fruits and vegetables was up 7.8% in April.
Housing Shortage Leads To Skyrocketing Home PricesAccording to the National Association of Realtors, the median home price in April jumped to more than $391,000 — an all-time high.
Rising Costs For Pets Forcing Some People To Surrender Their AnimalsCosts in the overall pet category saw a 7.5% increase compared to March of 2021.
Drivers Bemoan High Gasoline Prices With No Relief In SightAs the war Russia is waging on Ukraine continues and demand for gas continues to grow, experts are not expecting relief at the pump any time soon.
Average U.S. Gasoline Price Jumps 15 Cents To $4.38 Per GallonThe nationwide average is 5 cents below the highest price in history — $4.43, set on March 11.
Price Of Beef Increasing, Nearly Unaffordable For Many AmericansIndustry reports show these days, price-sensitive shoppers are buying less fresh meat and more frozen and canned foods for dinner.
Why Ticket Prices For Concerts, Sporting Events And More Have Gone UpTicket prices have risen, and fans are spending more money than ever at leisure events.
Mom On TikTok Teaches Others To Save Using Digital CouponsFlanigan says the mindset of having to deal with high prices is a common misconception.
Renters And Landlords Continue To Struggle Amid InflationThere aren't many alternatives to sky-high rents, as homeownership continues to be out of reach for the average American.
Social Security Benefits Could See Highest Increase In 40 yearsRecent inflation data suggests beneficiaries could see a raise of up to 8.9%.
Inflation Has Uneven Social EffectsHigh prices may cause some to pull back on purchases, but for others it can mean catastrophe.
U.S. States Seek To Ease Inflation Burden With Stimulus PaymentsWith gas, groceries and many other necessities costing consumers more, some states are considering using leftover federal funds to help.
How You Can Save Gas By 'Hypermiling'The term "hypermiling" was coined in 2004 to describe ways to maximize fuel efficiency.
How Rising Interest Rates Affect Your MoneyThe Federal Reserve is expected to raise interest rates this week to address rising inflation.
How You Can Save As Gas Prices SpikeWith experts predicting gas prices will continue to soar, here are some ways you can make the most out of your money at the pump.
How To Invest In CryptocurrencyPresident Biden is expected to sign an executive order on cryptocurrency regulation this week.
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Retirees Feeling Pinch Of Soaring Inflation, Spike In Consumer PricesIn the past year, inflation reached the highest rate in four decades. People on fixed incomes, like retirees, are especially feeling it.
How Long COVID Is Affecting Millions Of Americans' WalletsOne study found that more than half of U.S. adults who got COVID or lost income during the pandemic struggle with medical debt.
Millennials Are Buying Homes In Much Tougher Market Than Their ParentsMillennials make up the largest market of home buyers, but they have much harder circumstances in getting there than other generations have had.
The Steep Costs Of U.S. ChildcareWe break down what it costs to care for a child in the U.S., and how the country stacks up to others.
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Gas Apps Help Save On Thanksgiving TravelGasBuddy, Gas Guru and Waze are a few mobile apps that tell motorists where to find the lowest prices.
An Overwhelming Amount Of Medical Debt Is Piling Up Across The CountryOne rabbi and his temple raised more than $50,000 to relieve roughly $5 million in medical debt in the community.
Homeowners Could See Higher Insurance Costs Under FEMA ChangesThe Federal Emergency Management Agency is changing flood risks based on climate change, which could lead to higher premiums.
What To Know About Travelers' Insurance As COVID SurgesFind out why you should consider coverage, and learn what travel insurance will not cover.
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With Cars Parked, Gas Prices Tumble. But For How Long?Gas prices keep dropping across the country, now dipping below $2 a gallon in most states.
Millennials Face Unique Challenges To Retirement SavingThe transformation of employer-sponsored benefits is just the start of it.
Spending Vs. Giving: What Motivated The Creation Of 'Giving Tuesday'Online shoppers spent more than $20 billion this year. On 'Giving Tuesday,' people in the U.S. raised $380 million in online donations.
