Personal Finance

Why More Homeowners Owe Capital Gains Tax When They Sell

The $250,000 capital gains exclusion for home sellers hasn't changed since 1997, and 13 million homeowners may already be sitting on gains that exceed it.

Summer Jobs for Teens Expected to Fall. Where Can They Still Find Work?

Teen hiring hit its lowest level in nearly 80 years last summer, and forecasters say this summer could be even worse — but a few bright spots remain.

Can You Afford to Retire With Kids in School?

More than 4 million school-age kids live with seniors — and if you plan to retire before they're grown, the financial math gets complicated fast.

I’m a Professional Reseller. Here Are My 11 Best Tips for Shopping Estate Sales.

Curious about estate sales? A pro shares his favorite secrets for better buying.

Beef Prices Hit Record Highs. Here’s Why Steak Is So Expensive

A historic cattle shortage — the smallest U.S. herd since 1951 — is pushing ribeye past $22 a pound, and experts warn prices could stay elevated until 2030.

What’s a ‘G’-Shaped Economy and Are We in One?

Baby boomers holding $90 trillion in wealth are quietly bankrolling younger family members — and economists say that may be the only thing keeping consumer spending afloat.

11 Affordable Family Vacation Ideas for Summer 2026

Gas prices are surging and inflation is still biting, but these 11 U.S. destinations still deliver real summer memories without blowing the family budget.

Federal Student Loan Rates to Rise, Making Other Options Better for Some

Federal student loan rates for 2026-27 are ticking up — and for Parent PLUS borrowers, private lenders offering rates as low as 3% may now be the smarter deal.

Driver, 87, Dies after Tesla on Autopilot Mode Crashes into Pond

A Tampa crash that killed an 87-year-old driver has renewed scrutiny of Tesla's Autopilot system, which was also hit with a $243 million verdict and an expanded NHTSA probe.

Plus-Size Southwest Flyers Can Get Extra Seat for Free at Airport

Southwest's airport gate agents can now hand out free extra seats on the spot — reversing a stricter policy the airline put in place just four months ago.

Turns Out Kale Isn’t That Healthy — Unless You Eat It With the Right Dressing

Adding this to your kale salad doesn't just improve the taste — it actually improves your body's nutrient absorption.

29 Creative Ways to Reuse Cardboard Boxes

Before you crush those cardboard boxes, check out what else you can do with them.
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