Student loan delinquencies dropping credit scores: What to know

Student loan payment delinquencies are appearing on credit reports for the first time in more than 3 years, affecting credit scores for millions. Here’s what that means, and what to do about it.

Trump tariffs likely to raise appliance prices, experts say

Prices for major appliances jumped in May, and new tariffs backed by President Donald Trump are expected to push them even higher as manufacturers face rising costs for foreign-made materials.

Department of Insurance will investigate State Farm's claims process

California's state insurance commissioner announced a new investigation on Thursday into State Farm over its handling of the thousands of insurance claims from survivors of the Southern California wildfires.

Map: States with the best and worst tippers in 2025

On average, more than 55% of food budgets are spent on food eaten away from home, including full-service restaurants, fast food, bars, hotels and vending machines.

San Francisco groups advocate against budget cuts

Now that San Francisco's mayor has delivered his budget proposal, the city is now grappling with the tough decisions ahead.

Fisherman's Wharf facelift plans means Alioto's gets bulldozed

The San Francisco Port Commission officially received the Port's proposal to remake the very heart of Fisherman's Wharf into a more viable and attractive center of the world-famous tourist site. It involves bulldozing one famous restaurant, possibly rehabbing tow others, creating a new pedestrian plaza and making historic fishing boats the centerpiece.

Supreme Court gives DOGE access to millions of Americans’ private Social Security data

The Supreme Court ruled in favor of the Trump administration, allowing its Department of Government Efficiency to access Social Security data once restricted by federal privacy law.

US layoffs spike nearly 50% as DOGE-driven cuts take center stage

Employers have announced nearly 80,000 planned hires in 2025 so far, though that's a historically low pace compared with recent years.

Buy now, pay later under scrutiny as Klarna reports rising defaults

Klarna says more customers are falling behind on their buy now, pay later loans as U.S. consumer debt hits a record high. Here’s what’s behind the trend and what it means for financial health.

Study finds half of Americans are experiencing 'financial FOMO'

People admit in a new survey that seeing the financial achievements of others online is motivation for them to improve their own spending habits.

Social Security Fairness Act: Where the expanded benefits stand

Earlier this year, Biden signed a bill that boosted Social Security payments for nearly 3 million people. Here’s an update on the expanded benefits.

Home sellers outnumber buyers by record amount: What that means for prices

The U.S. housing market has nearly 500,000 more sellers than buyers, a recent analysis by Redfin found. Here’s what that means for prices.

IRS tax refund: Here's when you can expect your payment

If you have already filed your tax return, here’s what you need to know about the payment status and filing deadlines.