Return to office is ‘dead,’ Stanford economist says. Here’s why
The share of workers being called back to the office has flatlined, suggesting the pandemic-era phenomenon of widespread remote work…
How a tax break of up to $3,200 can help heat your home more efficiently this winter
Winter is almost here, meaning the year’s coldest temperatures aren’t far off. But homeowners can take advantage of recently enacted…
U.S. passport delays have eased — but aren’t yet back to normal
Long delays to get a new U.S. passport have eased from earlier in 2023 but haven’t yet returned to their…
More employers offer a Roth 401(k) — and a Secure 2.0 change may prompt more workers to use it
More workers are getting access to a Roth savings option in their 401(k) plans. In 2022, 89.1% of employers that…
Why climate change may cost you big bucks — and what to do about it
The following is an excerpt from “This week, your wallet,” an audio program produced by CNBC’s Personal Finance team. Listen…
Most Americans tip 15% or less at a restaurant — and some tip nothing, poll finds
When it comes to dining, tipping at least 15% to 20% is traditional etiquette, say experts. It seems many Americans…
Morgan Stanley fined for putting customer personal data at risk in computer purge: New York AG
Morgan Stanley agreed to pay a fine of $6.5 million to a coalition of six states for compromising the personal…
Here’s the inflation breakdown for October 2023 — in one chart
Inflation declined in October, continuing a broad slowdown as gasoline prices retreated during the month. However, price pressures remain under…
The ‘dupe’ trend hit travel in 2023. It’s a good way to save on your next trip, experts say
Travel was expensive and busy in 2023, leading jetsetters to seek out cheaper, less-trodden alternatives to popular hot spots. It’s…
A meteoric rise in worker health costs has slowed — but they’re already ‘egregious,’ advisor says
Costs for some key health insurance components have slowed for workers in recent years. While the deceleration is a positive…
