Personal Finance

Bigger Tax Refunds Aren’t Changing How People Buy New Cars

With the average new car now priced at $49,275 — nearly $10,000 more than what most refund shoppers say they can afford — here's how the gap between tax season windfalls and dealership sticker prices is playing out.

Avis Car Rental Settlement Could Pay You Up to $5K. Check Eligibility

Avis suffered a data breach in August 2024 that exposed credit card numbers, driver's licenses, and more — and affected U.S. customers have until June 21 to file a claim for up to $5,000.

What You Should Know Before Investing in Real Estate Abroad

How do you choose where to invest your money in foreign real estate markets? Start here.

5 High-Impact Retirement Planning Strategies Most People Never Use

Having confidence in your retirement funds all comes down to just a handful of choices.

How to Invest in Gold with a Small Budget, Even under $100

Gold prices crossed $5,000 per ounce in early 2026 — but you can start investing for as little as $1, and there are fee traps most beginners never see coming.

7 Urgent Money Moves to Protect Your Retirement From Economic Shocks

Shield your hard-earned savings from surging inflation and global instability with these critical, time-sensitive financial adjustments.

Trump Threatens to Fire Powell if He Doesn’t Step Aside as Fed Chair

With Trump threatening to oust Jerome Powell and a DOJ probe clouding his successor's Senate confirmation, the Fed's independence — and what it means for your interest rates — is suddenly on the line.

The Blockbuster Cancer Drug Keytruda Can Cost Over $150,000

One lung cancer patient's single Keytruda infusion hit $162,000 — and experts say millions more will feel the impact through rising premiums unless systemic reforms take hold.

The Tax Changes in Retirement Nobody Tells You About (and How to Avoid IRS Penalties)

There are big changes to your taxes once you hit retirement. Be prepared from day one.

What $300,000 Buys in American Real Estate in 2026: 10 Cities, 10 Very Different Homes

Dreaming of a mansion but can only afford a closet? You may need to rethink your ZIP code.

How the Ideal Overseas Retirement Starts With the Perfect Beach

The beautiful beaches of the world give you a chance to regain perspective and recharge your senses.

‘Bar-Fight Rules’? Hurricane Season Forecasts Prompt Ominous Warning

Experts at FEMA and the National Hurricane Center are sounding the alarm that a "below-average" 2026 forecast is lulling coastal homeowners into skipping the very preparations that could save their homes — and their finances.
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