Airbnb Fee Change Hits Hosts: What to Know Before Listing

Airbnb rolled out a new fee structure that is frustrating hosts and reshaping the economics of short-term rentals.

Young Americans Turn to Sports Betting to Build Wealth

Adults under 30 are increasingly wagering on sports to fund home purchases and erase student debt, redefining financial ambition.

TIPS Yields Near 20-Year Highs Offer Retirees 5% Withdrawal Rate

Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities are yielding at or near 20-year highs, giving retirees a rare guaranteed income option.

Top 10 Colleges for Financial Aid in 2026 Per Princeton Review

The Princeton Review ranked the most generous colleges for financial aid in 2026 as tuition costs remain a top family concern.

Alzheimer's Diagnosis: How to Secure Your Finances Fast

An early Alzheimer's diagnosis still leaves time for critical financial and estate planning. Acting quickly can prevent costly legal and financial complications later.

Mortgage Rates Rise Again as Bond Selloff Deepens

A worsening bond-market selloff pushed mortgage rates higher, squeezing already-strained home buyers.

Drake Offers to Buy Streamer's Mom a House: Who Pays the Tax?

Drake told a 23-year-old streamer he'd love to buy her mom a house. The generous offer raises real gift and income tax questions.

Social Security COLA Could Reach 3.6% in 2027, Boosting Benefits

Social Security recipients may see a cost-of-living adjustment of up to 3.6% in 2027, putting more money in beneficiaries' pockets.

How Retirees Can Build a $100K SWAN Income Portfolio

A SWAN income portfolio offers retirees consistent income and lower volatility through smart diversification and strategic planning.

Medicaid Estate Recovery: Can It Claim a Family Home After Death?

A grieving family faces Medicaid's estate recovery program threatening their inherited home. Here's what the law allows.

Turning Retirement Savings Into Monthly Income Is the Real Challenge

Accumulating a nest egg is only half the battle. Converting savings into reliable monthly income stumps even disciplined retirees.

Working Past 70? Here's How It Can Boost Your Social Security

Continuing to work in your 70s during peak earning years may increase your Social Security benefit. Here's what you need to know.

Retired Couple Weighs Paying Off 2.9% Mortgage With $2.3M Portfolio

A retired couple with $2.3M in investments asks whether tapping funds to erase a $300K mortgage at 2.9% makes financial sense.

How Much Stock Exposure Retirees Actually Need in 2024

Staying in equities during retirement is essential, but finding the right allocation level is the critical decision retirees face.

Sellers Cut Prices in 38 of 50 Largest U.S. Cities

Rising mortgage rates are forcing home sellers to accept below-asking offers in most major U.S. markets, new data shows.