What's driving Americans' record-high credit card debt? Annual survey reveals answers
Industry analysts warn that carrying a credit card balance is a slippery slope.
Industry analysts warn that carrying a credit card balance is a slippery slope.
America's 250th birthday plans at risk amid DOGE cost-cutting
Plans for America’s 250th anniversary celebration are at risk due to federal funding cuts under President Donald Trump’s administration.
Plans for America’s 250th anniversary celebration are at risk due to federal funding cuts under President Donald Trump’s administration.
Judge scraps Biden-era rule capping credit card late fees: What to know
A federal judge has scrapped a rule from the Biden administration that would have placed a cap on credit card late fees.
A federal judge has scrapped a rule from the Biden administration that would have placed a cap on credit card late fees.
Retirement savings 'magic number' drops in 2025 for Americans, study finds
When it comes to retirement savings, more than half of Americans think it's “somewhat or very likely" that they’ll outlive their money, according to a new study.
When it comes to retirement savings, more than half of Americans think it's “somewhat or very likely" that they’ll outlive their money, according to a new study.
China’s economy grew 5.4% before US tariffs hit; slowdown likely, analysts warn
China’s economy posted 5.4% growth in the first quarter of 2025, fueled by strong exports ahead of steep new US tariffs. But economists warn a slowdown is likely as trade tensions escalate.
China’s economy posted 5.4% growth in the first quarter of 2025, fueled by strong exports ahead of steep new US tariffs. But economists warn a slowdown is likely as trade tensions escalate.
Lake Wales expected to regain control of landmark hotel: ‘Step back into time’
The City of Lakes Wales is expected to regain ownership of an iconic landmark in the heart of downtown.
The City of Lakes Wales is expected to regain ownership of an iconic landmark in the heart of downtown.
Tips to avoid tax surprises next year
Did you owe a ton of taxes this year? Or maybe you got a refund you weren’t expecting? Here’s a look at how to get a handle on those surprises now ahead of next year.
Did you owe a ton of taxes this year? Or maybe you got a refund you weren’t expecting? Here’s a look at how to get a handle on those surprises now ahead of next year.
The easiest states to save money in 2025
A new study ranked all 50 states to find out how easy — or difficult — it was for residents to grow their savings. Here’s what they found.
A new study ranked all 50 states to find out how easy — or difficult — it was for residents to grow their savings. Here’s what they found.
How much is the average tax refund in 2025? It depends on where you live
A new report shows tax refunds are larger in 2025—but fewer people are receiving them. Geography, income, and tax policy all play a role in how much money Americans get back from the IRS.
A new report shows tax refunds are larger in 2025—but fewer people are receiving them. Geography, income, and tax policy all play a role in how much money Americans get back from the IRS.
Bay Area small businesses feel the squeeze of President Trump’s tariffs
A group of Tampa Bay small business owners gathered in Ybor City on Monday to discuss the impacts they're experiencing following the Trump Administration's sweeping tariffs.
A group of Tampa Bay small business owners gathered in Ybor City on Monday to discuss the impacts they're experiencing following the Trump Administration's sweeping tariffs.
Trump suggests he may pause 25% auto tariffs amid market concerns
President Trump says he may temporarily pause his 25% auto tariffs to give carmakers time to adjust supply chains, adding more uncertainty to global markets already shaken by his shifting trade policies.
President Trump says he may temporarily pause his 25% auto tariffs to give carmakers time to adjust supply chains, adding more uncertainty to global markets already shaken by his shifting trade policies.
Filing a tax extension: How to do it, what taxpayers in disaster areas should know
Those who experienced a weather disaster this past year may be granted an automatic extension to file your taxes. Here’s how to check.
Those who experienced a weather disaster this past year may be granted an automatic extension to file your taxes. Here’s how to check.
American consumers see tariff surcharges on their receipts amid trade war
American consumers are noticing a new line on their shopping receipts — a tariff surcharge.
American consumers are noticing a new line on their shopping receipts — a tariff surcharge.
List: The cities most affected by inflation in 2025
A recent study shows that some cities across the country are impacted more by inflation than others. Here's where your area ranks on the list.
A recent study shows that some cities across the country are impacted more by inflation than others. Here's where your area ranks on the list.
Inflation fell in March despite Trump tariffs: Here's why
Inflation fell to its lowest numbers since September last month, despite President Trump’s back-and-forth on tariffs and uncertainty surrounding the economy.
Inflation fell to its lowest numbers since September last month, despite President Trump’s back-and-forth on tariffs and uncertainty surrounding the economy.
Detroit man goes from homeless to millionaire
A man went from being homeless, sleeping in his car outside fancy houses in Detroit, to buying one of those houses and becoming a self-made millionaire.
A man went from being homeless, sleeping in his car outside fancy houses in Detroit, to buying one of those houses and becoming a self-made millionaire.
Tariffs on China threaten to cripple Tampa's fireworks industry and small businesses
President Donald Trump’s 125% tariffs on China are sparking major issues for the fireworks industry.
President Donald Trump’s 125% tariffs on China are sparking major issues for the fireworks industry.
Delta pulls 2025 forecast, says growth has stalled in Trump's trade war
Uncertainty from President Trump’s global trade war has prompted Delta Airlines to pull its 2025 forecast.
Uncertainty from President Trump’s global trade war has prompted Delta Airlines to pull its 2025 forecast.
Realtors worry Canadian snowbirds may flee the Bay Area as tensions rise
Some real estate experts worry the market could be seeing a troubling trend of Canadians who have homes in Florida selling their properties amid rising tensions between the U.S. and Canada.
Some real estate experts worry the market could be seeing a troubling trend of Canadians who have homes in Florida selling their properties amid rising tensions between the U.S. and Canada.
Are the rich paying enough taxes? Most Americans say no
A new Gallup poll reveals deep political divides in how Americans view tax fairness, particularly regarding upper-income earners.
A new Gallup poll reveals deep political divides in how Americans view tax fairness, particularly regarding upper-income earners.