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‘We’ve actually gone backwards’: As more parents prepare to return to the office, they’re faced with rising childcare costs
Parents are dealing with higher childcare costs on top of more expensive groceries and gas. Read More
Fed’s biggest rate hike since 1994 means millions more homebuyers may be priced out of the housing market
Expect that 30-year mortgage rate to get even more expensive. Read More
3 financial moves to make now after the Fed’s biggest rate hike since 1994
The Fed’s 75 basis point rate hike comes after a hotter-than-expected inflation report on May consumer prices. Read More
‘Most trusted brands’ in the U.S. are Band-Aid, Clorox and CVS, poll shows
Many of the most trusted brands in the U.S. are companies that sell everyday household items. Read More
‘We could be facing years, not months, of fewer home sales,’ says Redfin CEO announcing 8% layoffs
Redfin and Compass are laying off employees, citing weakness in the housing sector as a driver for the cuts Read More
Sizzling inflation is raising the cost of July 4th BBQs by almost 21%
As prices of cookout staples like hamburger buns and ice cream surged, the cost of a traditional Fourth of July barbecue rose 20.9% to $71.98 in the past year Read More
Homes Fit for the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll: Peek at Elvis Presley’s Plentiful Properties
With the story of “Elvis” set to hit theaters this month, we decided to take a peek at the many harmonious homes of music legend Elvis Presley. Read More
Too scared to check your 401(k)? Too worried to peek at your brokerage account? Here’s when you should look — and when you should go for a walk instead.
Is knowledge power, or is ignorance bliss when checking your account balance during the recent tumble in markets? Read More
With soaring gas prices and inflation, should you take a vacation or ‘staycation’?
The decision on whether — and where — to take a vacation can have serious financial implications. Read More
The new 4th-generation Acura MDX is roomy and elegant; the high-performance model shines on twisty roads
The redesigned 2022 MDX has a luxurious cabin, excellent tech and safety features and its sweeping silhouette is especially attractive. Read More