savings

A survey found 56% of Americans would not be able to cover an unexpected $1,000 expense with their savings, and rising costs are to blame. Here are three steps you can take today to build up your emergency fund.

The Federal Reserve has raised its key interest rate five times this year, most recently on Wednesday, as part of its ongoing effort to slow the pace of inflation.

With Fourth of July sales and the addition of Amazon’s Prime Day coming later this month, Consumer Reports says July is the perfect month to score big savings on some of its top-tested products.

When the temperature soars, Consumer Reports says there are some simple things you can do to help save money on your utility bills.

Experts at Consumer Reports share some simple tips to cut utility costs without sacrificing comfort.

NBC 5 Responds has some inflation-fighting ideas to help you save some money.

We have some inflation fighting ideas to help you save a little money and chop those big bills down to nothing.

Prices are creeping up on just about everything, but Consumer Reports has some tips to help you save money at the grocery store.

Out of 250 metropolitan areas in the U.S., women under 30 are paid the same or more than men in 22 of them, according to the Pew Research Center.

More than three-quarters of new homeowners said in a survey they ended up having an unexpected cost in the first year of ownership.

With both home prices and rents rising, you’ll have to make a decision based on your personal situation. Here’s what to consider.

The House of Representatives has passed the Securing a Strong Retirement Act, or Secure Act 2.0. It’s good news for many retirement savers.

As prices spike, workers are running out of money faster: Now, 1 in 5 say they can’t make it from paycheck to paycheck.

You’ll need more than your down payment in savings before buying a house. These are the costs you should factor into your budget.

Whether or not couples keep joint accounts could make or break a relationship, according to research. Here’s why.

The House of Representatives could vote on the Securing a Strong Retirement Act, or Secure Act 2.0, as early as Tuesday.

Health savings accounts are growing rapidly. They are available to consumers with a high-deductible health insurance plan and have a triple tax advantage.

President Joe Biden has proposed a hike on the top marginal income tax bracket for single filers earning more than $400,000 and married couples above $450,000.

A part of the bond market saw its yield curve invert on Monday. An inverted yield curve is a distortion that typically prefaces a recession.

The deadline for 2021 traditional individual retirement account contributions is April 18. But there are special rules to qualify for a deduction. What to know.