Personal Finance

Fraud Is on the Rise. Blame AI

A new TransUnion report found that 1 in 6 Americans lost money to digital fraud last year — and AI tools are making these scams faster, cheaper, and more convincing than ever.

6 Ways the Oil Crisis Could Actually Make Your Summer Trip Cheaper

Gas is over $4 a gallon and oil spiked past $100 — but here's why your summer vacation could get cheaper anyway.

Why Spring May Be the Best Time Yet to Buy an Electric Car

The average new EV discount hit nearly $8,000 in March — nearly matching the federal tax credit Congress axed last fall — and a spring wave of off-lease inventory is stacking even more options on used lots.

Beat the Pain at the Pump With Everyday Strategies From Lawn Care Experts

Take a lesson from lawn care pros who are fast adapting to high gas prices.

Here Are 7 Options for Free or Cheap Financial Advice

Getting personalized guidance from a certified financial planner doesn't have to cost a cent — and one option lets you hand over your entire portfolio to a robo-advisor for zero fees.

Airlines Warn That Jet Fuel Is Running Low Ahead of Summer Vacation

Experts say a prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz — already cutting off 20% of the global oil supply — could slash available airline seats by 30-40% worldwide, with U.S. travelers facing canceled flights and higher bag fees this summer.

Mercedes-Benz Recalls over 24K Vehicles. See Affected Models

Owners of these luxury sedans and coupes could lose engine power without any warning while driving — and the fix must come from an authorized dealer before June 2.

Live Nation Operated as Monopoly, Overcharged Customers, Jury Finds

Court filings also revealed a ticketing employee discussing "robbing" customers "blind" — and a judge will now decide how much Live Nation owes in consumer restitution.

Nail Polish Remover Sold on Amazon Recalled. See Product

About 4,000 units of a gel nail polish remover sold on Amazon contain methylene chloride — a chemical outright banned in cosmetics — and the FDA is urging buyers to stop using it immediately.

Gas Prices Are Dropping. These States Are Seeing the Biggest Relief

Indiana drivers just scored a 25-cent-per-gallon drop in a single week — and analysts say the summer fuel switchover could push prices even lower in the days ahead.

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.
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