Your 401(k) is up, and a new report shows increased savings. But Americans need to do more
How’s your 401(k) looking? A new report shows Americans are saving more, but probably need to do even more. Vanguard has…
Fewer Americans are buying life insurance. Here’s when you might need it
Fewer Americans are buying life insurance than in the past, which suggests households may be at financial risk in the…
More states expected to roll out Inflation Reduction Act energy-efficiency rebates this summer
New York is launching a program offering homeowners up to $14,000 in total rebates for energy-efficiency upgrades to their property,…
American households have seen their purchasing power increase
Americans have seen their buying power rise for a year amid falling inflation and a strong job market, which might…
More than $1 billion in EV tax credits issued upfront to buyers, Treasury and IRS say
The federal government has issued more than $1 billion in tax credits as an upfront cash incentive to buyers of…
Home equity is near a record high. Tapping it may be tricky due to high interest rates
Home equity is near all-time highs. But tapping it may be tough due to high interest rates, according to financial…
Buying a house of ‘Home Alone’ or John Lennon fame? There’s a premium for that
An array of iconic homes are for sale — and buyers will almost certainly pay extra for that pedigree. However,…
5 ways to maximize your vacation days
Americans aren’t good at taking vacation. About 62% of workers say having a job with paid time off — for…
Why job skills could make or break your next interview
Many companies are pivoting to a new form of hiring that emphasizes applicants’ skills over more traditional metrics, such as…
Here’s why the minimum wage and some tax breaks don’t budge despite inflation
Many Americans are likely familiar with financial thresholds that are adjusted for inflation each year. They include contribution limits to…
