Here's why paid loyalty programs are all the rage at stores and restaurants

Looking for reliable sales in an unpredictable spending environment, more companies have extended their points-based loyalty tiers to making their most dependable customers feel valued for an up-front fee.

Insurance reform: More competition or higher rates?

California is considering whether to allow insurance companies to use computer models to justify their rate hikes. 

Cities where Americans are under the most financial stress

WalletHub ranked 100 cities to determine which was populated with residents experiencing the highest levels of financial stress.

Study: Gen Z, millennials are ‘obsessed’ with idea of being rich

The study found that nearly 60% of millennials said they feel behind financially, likely contributing to feelings of financial inadequacy.

When will the IRS send out tax refunds

The IRS says most taxpayers should expect their refund within 21 days of filing but it could take longer for some.

Top Federal Reserve official says inflation fight seems nearly won, with rate cuts coming

A top Federal Reserve official said Tuesday that he is increasingly confident that inflation will continue falling this year back to the Fed's 2% target level, after two years of accelerating price spikes that hurt millions of American households. 

Gas prices dip lower, an early present for travelers this holiday season: AAA

The national average for a gallon of gas resumed its gradual decline amid falling oil prices. If oil prices stay low, drivers can anticipate a continued drop in pump prices, AAA said.

Homebuying demand dries up even as mortgage rates drop: Freddie Mac

The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 7.03% for the week ending Dec. 7, according to Freddie Mac's latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey.

Gas prices’ downward trend continues – for now: AAA

Nationwide gas prices continue to fall. Lower gas demand has been a main contributor in limiting pump price increases amid rising oil prices, according to AAA.