Personal finance

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…

Hiring stays strong for low earners, Vanguard finds

For lower-earning Americans, the pace of hiring remains strong, holding steady above its pre-pandemic baseline even as the demand for…

37% of Americans paid a late fee in the last 12 months, report finds

Many consumers are finding it hard to keep up with their bills. To that point, 37% of Americans have been…