The way your credit score is calculated is about to change — and as many as 91.5 million Americans will be impacted. Why some might need to worry

Most people overlook simple but powerful ways to improve their finances. These 5 smart money moves can help you save more, earn extra income, and take control of your cash flow. They’re quick to apply ...

Where should Americans keep cash now that the Fed is cutting rates? The answer is a lot simpler than you think

In September, the Federal Reserve Open Market Committee delivered a long-anticipated cut to the federal funds rate. The benchmark interest rate is now in the range of 4%-4.25%. The board also ...

Here’s the top financial strategy by income in America — $50K, $75K, $100K-plus. Are you taking full advantage?

With this in mind, your top priority at this income level should be creating a financial buffer zone. If you save just 5% of your income per month, it would take you 5 months to create a $1,000 ...

5 clear signs you’re punching way above the average American — are you richer than you think?

So if you genuinely feel financially secure or even “rich,” you’re not just outperforming the average American — you may be ahead of wealthy peers as well. Confidence in your financial position is a ...
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I’m 52 and want to retire in Costa Rica — but will it mess with my Social Security or complicate taxes? What do consider before retiring abroad

One of the main reasons is cost, as many countries offer a lower cost of living than the U.S. When you’re relying on Social Security as a main source of income, it’s important to do what you can to ...
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Video interview: Shark Tank's Kevin O'Leary on keeping markets free, marriages fair and crypto mining feasible

Kevin O'Leary has taken a "picks and shovels" approach to cryptocurrencies, choosing to invest not just in the coins themselves but also the infrastructure that supports them. In a wide-ranging ...
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There’s a curious boom of New York City rental buildings with exactly 99 units — why that may be bad news for the city’s housing plans

New York City renters have one number on their minds right now: zero. That's how much the leading mayoral candidate, Zohran Mamdani, has promised to raise the rent by for rent-stabilized tenants. But ...

Trump eyes $1,000-$2,000 ‘dividend’ checks for Americans — and cash will ‘ultimately’ come from $1T in tariff revenue. Would you be happy with it?

Imagine opening your mailbox to find a $2,000 “dividend” check from the government. That’s the eye-popping idea President Donald Trump is now floating — all thanks to his sweeping tariff policy. In a ...

A major subprime auto lender suddenly collapsed — raising concerns about this multi-billion dollar market. Here's how it could impact borrowers

The sudden shuttering of Tricolor could result in sizable losses for big banks — which reportedly include JPMorgan, Fifth Third and Barclays — that provided financing to the business. It may also ...

I'm 72 with $1.5M in retirement savings and no debt — but I'm still terrified of running out of money one day. How do you know when you've got enough?

Between high living costs and uncertainty in the stock market, Raymond, 72, is feeling anxious about retirement — despite having no debt, a fully paid-off home and $1.5 million in savings.

A Trump change to the way companies report earnings could be coming. Here's how it might reshape the way you track — and manage your investments

The rhythm of Wall Street — driven by quarterly earnings calls — could be about to change. President Donald Trump is proposing that companies only report results twice a year, a move that could shift ...

American households' median income rose by a paltry $1,040 in 2024 — but will 2025 deliver the kind of bump families can actually feel?

The U.S. Census Bureau says median household income ticked up from $82,690 in 2023 to $83,730 in 2024, an increase of a ...