Electric car owners could be forced to pay as much as $250 annually under a new fee that is being proposed by the chairman of the U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. U.S. Rep. Sam Graves, who is a Kansas Republican, is proposing to include the fee in a new five-year surface transportation funding bill … Read more

March Madness is underway and Wendy’s is ready to make a slam dunk. In tandem with the NCAA Division I men’s basketball tournament, Wendy’s is honoring its “OG” dunk pairing – a classic Frosty and side of fries. The fast food chain launched its Official Dunks Menu, which included the fries and Frosty, on March … Read more

Being mindful with money and being downright cheap can look similar on the surface, but they’re far from the same thing. Frugal people focus on getting value and making thoughtful financial choices. Cheap people, on the other hand, cut corners at every turn, avoiding fair contributions, ignoring quality, and prioritizing the lowest price above all … Read more

Costco is set to open its first standalone gas station by the end of June as the company continues to prioritize fuel. Mission Viejo, California, about 49 miles from Los Angeles, will be the home of the wholesaler’s first gas station location, according to previous USA TODAY reporting. In March 2025, the city’s Planning and … Read more

Money can come in quickly and careers can climb fast, yet true financial stability often remains out of reach. Many high earners eventually realize that a big paycheck can hide deeper money issues, creating a strange disconnect where rising income doesn’t automatically lead to lasting wealth. It’s a reminder that earning more isn’t the same … Read more

Stocks tumbled after the Federal Reserve concluded a two-day policy meeting March 18 with no change to interest rates, citing uncertainty from the war in Iran and concerns about inflation. The Dow and the S&P 500 fell to their lowest levels since November, down 1.6% and 1.4% respectively. The tech-heavy Nasdaq lost 1.5%. Bonds tumbled, … Read more

Retirement opens the door to a lifestyle with more freedom, flexibility, and purpose and for many people, that includes exploring enjoyable, low‑pressure ways to earn extra income. Whether you’re eager to share the skills you’ve built over a lifetime or dive into passions you never had time for, there are countless opportunities that can enrich … Read more

A first‑class stamp could soon cost nearly $1, as the U.S. Postal Service warns it may run out of money by 2027 and looks to raise prices to stay afloat. During a Tuesday, March 17, appearance before Congress, Postmaster General David Steiner said the price of a first‑class stamp could rise to 90 to 95 … Read more

Building solid money habits is a great start, but couples who truly thrive financially do something more. They learn to combine their strengths, align their goals, and make every dollar work toward a shared future. When both partners are intentional about how they manage their income, it becomes much easier to create stability, reduce stress, … Read more

Homeowners dealing with property damage claims are getting their repairs completed faster than a year ago, which is helping offset some of the sting from rising premiums, according to J.D. Power. The findings come from the J.D. Power 2026 U.S. Property Claims Satisfaction Study, which surveyed over 5,000 homeowners insurance customers who filed a claim … Read more