Wells Fargo has agreed to pay $56.85 million to settle a class‑action lawsuit that claims some customers’ credit scores were harmed during the COVID‑19 pandemic. The bank did not admit wrongdoing but agreed to the settlement after a lawsuit claimed it violated the Fair Credit Reporting Act by improperly reporting mortgage forbearances, which allows borrowers … Read more

This week is National Random Acts of Kindness Week, and if you’re in need of some kindness, a pep-talk line that includes nuggets of wisdom from elementary school students from kindergarten to sixth grade could help. The Peptoc Hotline embodies the spirit of kindness to others and to yourself. In 2022, artists and educators Jessica … Read more

Managing finances for a large family can feel like a constant balancing act, but plenty of households have proven it’s entirely doable. With the right strategies, big families are finding creative ways to stretch their budgets and make every dollar count. Whether you already have a bustling household or are preparing for one, these practical … Read more

A major labor union is working to put a new wealth tax proposal in front of Californians in November. But the proposal would only actually impact a small few — billionaires. The California Billionaire Tax Act is a one-time tax that, if realized, would unlock revenue from the wealthiest in the state to support a … Read more

Many people miss out on simple habits that could make their retirement years far more comfortable. By building these smart practices into everyday life, anyone can strengthen their financial foundation and move toward a future with less stress and more security. 1. Understanding Risk Tolerance Photo Credit: Depositphotos. Assessing your comfort level with market fluctuations … Read more

Ready-to-eat chicken fried rice sold at Trader Joe’s stores across the United States is being recalled due to possible glass contamination, according to a notice shared on the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service website. Ajinomoto Foods North America, an Oregon-based food manufacturer, notified the FSIS after receiving customer complaints. Four customers reported finding glass … Read more

The landmark Supreme Court ruling that struck down many of President Donald Trump’s import tariffs could yield savings for consumers in the coming months, economists say. But the savings might evaporate if Trump enacts a new round of import taxes, as he vowed to do in an impassioned news conference hours after the high court … Read more

If you walk down the aisle of any bookstore or scroll through an app store, you will see hundreds of products promising to keep your mind sharp. For years, scientists have viewed these claims with skepticism, noting that while doing crossword puzzles makes you better at crossword puzzles, it rarely helps your brain function in … Read more

You probably think of your home as a retreat from the world — a safe haven from traffic fumes, industrial smog, and the general grime of modern life. But the reality is often the exact opposite. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the air inside your home can be two to five times more … Read more

Cutting the cord was supposed to save you money. But with the major streaming services issuing price hikes in the past year, building a digital entertainment library now rivals the cost of a traditional cable package. The landscape has shifted. Most platforms have introduced ad-supported tiers to keep entry prices low while aggressively raising the … Read more