As Gen X approaches their next life stage, 55+ communities could be one way to both drive home equity and thrive socially.

March is crunch time for many Americans to “use or lose” unspent funds from last year’s medical FSAs, as the grace period ends on some employer-sponsored plans.

Understanding the various factors behind rising price tags can help shoppers make smarter choices — and maybe even find a few ways to cut costs along the way.

While soaring egg prices and picked-over egg aisles seem to dominate the headlines, supermarket prices on the whole are on a steady climb, and consumers in some states are spending more than others. 

The recent surge in property values has Americans taking a closer look at home equity loans and lines of credit to pay for renovations and living expenses.  

Recent home sales data isn’t likely to lift the moods of buyers or sellers navigating a very challenging market, but there are signs of new life as spring nears.

Finances could benefit from a springtime refresh, letting people check their progress on goals — and also save money for rainy days.

After months of inflation stubbornly holding its ground, February's Consumer Price Index report brought some relief as prices overall rose 2.8% year-over-year, cooling slightly from January's 3% gain.

As macroeconomic changes are announced, consumers have the opportunity to check in on their short-term finances and long-term goals.

Babies are big business: The global baby products market was estimated at $357.9 billion in 2024, with two-income families in the U.S. spending as much as $23,380 yearly on average bringing up babies.