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‘Real organized criminal gangs’ are after the checks you mail — protect yourself and your money now

Many consumer advocates now believe that online payments –– via electronic check, debit or credit card –– are the safest bet for consumers.

Peace Longe

Taxes • 1h ago

Married couples may avoid federal income tax on their first $33,200 in 2027, and singles could get a cushion too

The higher cost of living has been a hot topic in 2026. Recently, the IRS announced its annual changes to the standard deduction and tax bracket income thresholds.

Danni Santana

Taxes • 1h ago

Married couples may avoid federal income tax on their first $33,200 in 2027, and singles could get a cushion too

The higher cost of living has been a hot topic in 2026. Recently, the IRS announced its annual changes to the standard deduction and tax bracket income thresholds.

Danni Santana

News • 1h ago

Pennsylvania says 4 men paid Target and Kohl’s with fake bills, then returned goods for at least $12,436 in real cash

The U.S. will be rolling out a new $10 bill soon. The best way to make sure you don’t get a counterfeit bill is to learn about the security features of real bills.

Avril Ayers

News • 1h ago

Pennsylvania says 4 men paid Target and Kohl’s with fake bills, then returned goods for at least $12,436 in real cash

The U.S. will be rolling out a new $10 bill soon. The best way to make sure you don’t get a counterfeit bill is to learn about the security features of real bills.

Avril Ayers

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President and CEO of Boeing Kelly Ortberg testifies before the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee

News • 2h ago

Boeing to lay off 5% of workers in its commercial airplane division as company weathers yet more turbulence

Manufacturing delays are pushing the Max ramp-up to the second half of 2027.

By William Koblensky Varela

News • 2h ago

Boeing to lay off 5% of workers in its commercial airplane division as company weathers yet more turbulence

Manufacturing delays are pushing the Max ramp-up to the second half of 2027.

By William Koblensky Varela

A dad does his daughter's hair on the sofa.

Managing Money • 2h ago

Could the government pay you to stay home with your kids? Here's what families need to earn to qualify

A Trump administration pitch could redirect billions in childcare subsidies to eligible stay-at-home parents.

By Lisa Lagace

Managing Money • 2h ago

Could the government pay you to stay home with your kids? Here's what families need to earn to qualify

A Trump administration pitch could redirect billions in childcare subsidies to eligible stay-at-home parents.

By Lisa Lagace

Woman choosing a movie to rent at Blockbuster in Bend, Oregon

News • 2h ago

The last Blockbuster on Earth just turned 41 — 80% of its revenue now comes from nostalgia merchandise

The franchise’s last location is fueled by nostalgia and branded merchandise.

By Peace Longe

News • 2h ago

The last Blockbuster on Earth just turned 41 — 80% of its revenue now comes from nostalgia merchandise

The franchise’s last location is fueled by nostalgia and branded merchandise.

By Peace Longe

Trump speaks in the Oval Office of the White House on November 5, 2026.

News • 3h ago

'You should have had stock': Trump tells interviewer he should've invested when asked about $3B jump in net worth

“I have a lot of money, and far more than I ever thought I’d have. And I guess it’s gone up. I don’t even know.”

By Joseph Zeballos-Roig

News • 3h ago

'You should have had stock': Trump tells interviewer he should've invested when asked about $3B jump in net worth

“I have a lot of money, and far more than I ever thought I’d have. And I guess it’s gone up. I don’t even know.”

By Joseph Zeballos-Roig

News • 10h ago

Mark Cuban wants Social Security taxes on earnings from $1M to $5M — and a levy on companies paying under $25 an hour

The "Shark Tank" billionaire also proposes a top tax rate of 44%.

By Laura Boast

News • 10h ago

Mark Cuban wants Social Security taxes on earnings from $1M to $5M — and a levy on companies paying under $25 an hour

The "Shark Tank" billionaire also proposes a top tax rate of 44%.

By Laura Boast

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Investing • 14h ago

Nvidia is about 6% of the S&P 500. If Jensen Huang is ousted, there’s no clear successor — could chaos hit portfolios?

An Nvidia leadership shake-up could send shockwaves through the market — and analysts are looking ahead to glean how much investor portfolios could be at risk.

By Mike Crisolago

Investing • 14h ago

Nvidia is about 6% of the S&P 500. If Jensen Huang is ousted, there’s no clear successor — could chaos hit portfolios?

An Nvidia leadership shake-up could send shockwaves through the market — and analysts are looking ahead to glean how much investor portfolios could be at risk.

By Mike Crisolago

Lori Huang and Jensen Huang attend the 12th Breakthrough Prize Ceremony on April 18, 2026 in Santa Monica, California.

News • 15h ago

Jensen Huang’s wife is a co-trustee to more than 500M of his Nvidia shares. Here’s what his affair could cost him

If this scandal were to lead to a divorce, billions of dollars could potentially be at stake.

By Victoria Vesovski

News • 15h ago

Jensen Huang’s wife is a co-trustee to more than 500M of his Nvidia shares. Here’s what his affair could cost him

If this scandal were to lead to a divorce, billions of dollars could potentially be at stake.

By Victoria Vesovski

Elon Musk raises an eyebrow as he walks out of the White House.

Auto • 17h ago

Elon Musk says Tesla must refund Cybertruck deposits to ‘a lot of people’; he touted 250K reservations back in 2019

Order backlog is reportedly “far more” than the company can make before it halts production.

By Becky Robertson

Auto • 17h ago

Elon Musk says Tesla must refund Cybertruck deposits to ‘a lot of people’; he touted 250K reservations back in 2019

Order backlog is reportedly “far more” than the company can make before it halts production.

By Becky Robertson

On the left, a sign for Tesla Solar is on display in a Tesla showroom, and on the right, a Tesla Solar Roof installed on a house.

News • 19h ago

Tesla offered $5,000 to a homeowner whose $110K Solar Roof never produced power. A judge has deemed it liable for fraud

An $82,000 contract turned into a $2.5 million problem for this homeowner.

By Chris Morris

News • 19h ago

Tesla offered $5,000 to a homeowner whose $110K Solar Roof never produced power. A judge has deemed it liable for fraud

An $82,000 contract turned into a $2.5 million problem for this homeowner.

By Chris Morris

Investing • 19h ago

Tom Brady earns reported $375M to work Sundays. But the ‘life-altering’ rookie card he bought may never earn him a cent

The appeal is obvious. Brady is a part-owner of the Raiders, and Mendoza was the team’s first-round pick in this year’s draft. But a keepsake isn’t the same thing as an investment.

By Chris Morris

Investing • 19h ago

Tom Brady earns reported $375M to work Sundays. But the ‘life-altering’ rookie card he bought may never earn him a cent

The appeal is obvious. Brady is a part-owner of the Raiders, and Mendoza was the team’s first-round pick in this year’s draft. But a keepsake isn’t the same thing as an investment.

By Chris Morris

News • 20h ago

Trump says Jensen Huang should stay on as Nvidia CEO: ‘I haven’t heard he’s done anything wrong’

The president remains firm in his belief that Huang is an “honorable guy.”

By Rinna Diamantakos

News • 20h ago

Trump says Jensen Huang should stay on as Nvidia CEO: ‘I haven’t heard he’s done anything wrong’

The president remains firm in his belief that Huang is an “honorable guy.”

By Rinna Diamantakos

Your ex doesn't have a say on you claiming Social Security on their record. They don't even have to know.

Retirement • 21h ago

Social Security divorced-spouse benefits can't be blocked by an ex — and he won't even be notified

Experts say he doesn't get a vote, but there are still requirements to meet.

By Christy Bieber

Retirement • 21h ago

Social Security divorced-spouse benefits can't be blocked by an ex — and he won't even be notified

Experts say he doesn't get a vote, but there are still requirements to meet.

By Christy Bieber

An older gentleman in a shopping mall checking out his cell phone.

Retirement • Nov 09

Retirees who miss their required minimum distribution can owe the IRS 25% of the amount they failed to withdraw

A missed retirement withdrawal could cost thousands in IRS penalties. With the Dec. 31 deadline approaching, retirees have extra rules to consider.

By Sam Bourgi

Retirement • Nov 09

Retirees who miss their required minimum distribution can owe the IRS 25% of the amount they failed to withdraw

A missed retirement withdrawal could cost thousands in IRS penalties. With the Dec. 31 deadline approaching, retirees have extra rules to consider.

By Sam Bourgi

Peter Buffett, Warren Buffett, and Susie Buffett, and Chairman and CEO of HBO, Richard Plepler attend 'Becoming Warren Buffett

Managing Money • Nov 09

Warren Buffett's $154-billion will gives 99% away — and he insists every parent follow his one rule on inheritances

Buffett urges parents to let mature children read the will before signing to avoid family conflict.

By Laura Boast

Managing Money • Nov 09

Warren Buffett's $154-billion will gives 99% away — and he insists every parent follow his one rule on inheritances

Buffett urges parents to let mature children read the will before signing to avoid family conflict.

By Laura Boast

Man working at dining room table while daughter and dog play in the background.

Retirement • Nov 09

I’m 56 and have just $140K saved — with $40K in debt and a kid looking at college, is a comfortable retirement hopeless?

You have options. But not for long.

By Christy Bieber

Retirement • Nov 09

I’m 56 and have just $140K saved — with $40K in debt and a kid looking at college, is a comfortable retirement hopeless?

You have options. But not for long.

By Christy Bieber

An adult is seated in a wheelchair, facing away from the camera.

Managing Money • Nov 09

My siblings put our dad, 94, in a $7,500-a-month facility without consulting me — now he’s broke and they want me to pay

Conflicts over a parent's care are common, but experts say you can take steps to protect yourself and your dad if your siblings aren't acting appropriately.

By Christy Bieber

Managing Money • Nov 09

My siblings put our dad, 94, in a $7,500-a-month facility without consulting me — now he’s broke and they want me to pay

Conflicts over a parent's care are common, but experts say you can take steps to protect yourself and your dad if your siblings aren't acting appropriately.

By Christy Bieber

Young woman sits on her couch looking down at a job posting on her laptop.

News • Nov 08

How to negotiate a raise when you're underpaid compared to a new hire in an identical role, according to career experts

One career expert says, "Just bringing the job posting to your boss and asking for the same pay isn't enough."

By Christy Bieber

News • Nov 08

How to negotiate a raise when you're underpaid compared to a new hire in an identical role, according to career experts

One career expert says, "Just bringing the job posting to your boss and asking for the same pay isn't enough."

By Christy Bieber

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