Grocery prices are Americans’ top affordability challenge: Report
Affordability is the “defining challenge” when it comes to economic mobility, according to a new report by the…
Car payments squeeze Americans as auto debt hits $1.68 trillion: Report
A motorist gets gas at a Shell station in Miami on April 13, 2026. Joe Raedle | Getty…
How to handle a high health insurance deductible
A still from Netflix’s ‘Beef.’ Courtesy: Netflix In the new season of the Netflix comedy-drama, “Beef,” Ashley, played…
K-shaped economy ‘alive and well,’ expert says. What new research shows
The so-called K-shaped economy is becoming more pronounced, new data shows. In the aftermath of the Covid pandemic, the…
Tariff refunds unlikely to benefit consumers: CNBC CFO Council survey
Even though the Supreme Court struck down a large portion of President Donald Trump‘s tariff agenda — with a…
Many Gen Z adults still get financial help from their parents
Anchiy | E+ | Getty Images Relying on your parents for money can help you to become independent.…
Why gas prices, airline tickets are rising
With the Iran war in its fifth week, consumers are getting hit hard by surging energy costs. Now, some lawmakers…
Ramsey Listens As Woman’s $100K Inheritance Becomes $214K Debt After Husband’s Secret Borrowing
The caller has $100,000 in equity available after selling her $315,000 home against $214,000 in total debt obligations…
Medical injuries followed by debt and bankruptcy even for the insured
Sturti | E+ | Getty Images Even Americans who are covered by health insurance can emerge from medical…
Financial risks of supporting adult children, according to experts
By some measures, Generation Z is the hardest hit by the affordability crisis. Even though young adults are…
Credit score average masks signs of financial distress: VantageScore
Even as some households take on more debt, consumer credit scores broadly remain strong. Experts say that may…
From 20s to retirement: How a strong credit score shapes your financial life
Maintaining a strong credit score is critical at every stage of adult life. Starting from early career years…