IRS to decide on restoring free tax site amid uncertain future of program
The government pilot program rolled out this tax season allowed some taxpayers in 12 states to submit their returns directly to the IRS for free.
Why now is the best time to visit Japan, thanks to a weak yen
Here are the best things to do when visiting Japan to make your dollar stretch further as the yen drops to historic lows not seen since 1990.
81% of millennials say they can't afford a midlife crisis
Are millennials a generation in crisis? A majority said that type of crisis is a luxury they can’t afford.
Student loan forgiveness: Some may qualify but need to take action by April 30
Seeking student loan forgiveness? Some borrowers who consolidate their loans could qualify, but there’s a key deadline approaching.
Here's how much money it takes to be 'rich' in NY, NJ, CT for 2024
A recent study by GOBankingRates examined the income thresholds required to be considered wealthy in every state, including NY, NJ and CT. Here's the full list.
Gold pocket watch recovered from Titanic’s wealthiest passenger sells for nearly $1.5M
A gold pocket watch worn by the richest passenger aboard the Titanic when the ill-fated ocean liner sank was sold at auction on Saturday for a record-breaking sum of nearly $1.5 million.
How much money it takes to be 'rich' in America for 2024
A recent GOBankingRates study utilizing IRS data reveals that the income required to be considered "rich" varies widely across the U.S., reflecting regional differences in cost of living, local economies, and tax structures.
NJ , CT workers challenge NY tax laws amid remote work boom
New Jersey is incentivizing taxpayers who work from home for New York based employers to sue New York in court for taxing their wages. Connecticut is now considering it as well.
Here's what it takes to be considered middle class in NYC
A new study from the personal finance website SmartAsset took a look at what it takes financially to be considered middle class in 2024 in NY, NJ and CT, as well as NYC.
NYC library cuts remain in place in Mayor Adams' budget proposal
The nearly $112B spending plan keeps a cut of roughly $58M to the city's public libraries.
Bad service, no tip: Most Americans demand quality before tipping
A recent YouGov poll reveals that as tipping becomes an expected norm in increasingly varied sectors amid rising living costs, over half of Americans now express a growing resentment towards tipping, opting to leave no tip for subpar service.
Your $1 bill could be worth $150,000: Here's how
Experts say that dollar bills printed in New York and Washington D.C., featured a mistake making them worth thousands. Here's how to identify the lucky bills.
These salaried workers are now eligible for overtime pay
The Biden administration's new rule significantly expands overtime pay eligibility to millions of salaried workers in the U.S., setting higher income thresholds and updating salary limits every three years.
'Doom spending' instead of home buying—how young people are spending their money
Amid inflation and climate concerns, younger generations, including Gen Z and millennials, are turning to "doom spending," buying luxuries as they find homeownership increasingly unaffordable.
Here’s how much it costs to raise a child in 2024: 'Far more expensive than expected’
A new survey shows that raising kids can be costly – but just how expensive is it? Here’s what you need to know.
Summer camp sticker shock: Working parents' wallets feel the burn
Summer camp has become one of the latest burdens facing parents as the summer nears. Not only are camps filling up at a quick clip, they're costing families more than ever.
Oprah Winfrey and Dwayne Johnson's Maui wildfire relief efforts surpass expectations
Media icons Oprah Winfrey and Dwayne “The Rock" Johnson, previously under scrutiny for fundraising efforts after Maui wildfires, exceed expectations by donating nearly millions of dollars to victims through the People's Fund of Maui.
Nike to sign Caitlin Clark to deal as hotly contested sweepstakes comes to end: report
The Caitlin Clark shoe deal sweepstakes reportedly came to an end Sunday with Nike being the one to ink the Indiana Fever rookie to a deal over the likes of Adidas, Under Armour and Puma.
Gas prices crept up this week, but not by much as oil prices fell
Demand for gas is up, but oil prices are down, causing gas prices to go up by just four cents.
Millions of homeowners don't have homeowners insurance due to high costs
Due to rising homeowners insurance cost, more and more homeowners are choosing to forgo getting insurance.