Half of Americans are spending their entire paycheck every month
Nearly half of Americans say their expenses are equal to or greater than their income, according to a new study.
Nearly half of Americans say their expenses are equal to or greater than their income, according to a new study.
Considering there are just about 7.3 billion people in the world, your chance of keeping your identity to yourself isn't great.
It’s not cheap to buy a home these days, and we’re not just talking about the price of the home itself. Other out-of-pocket costs that crop up during the purchasing process, or even when you’re moving in, can put an…
They laugh at your jokes. Intellectually, you’re inspired. There are a lot of important dimensions to deciding on a life partner. But one that consistently gets overlooked is what they are like financially. Though your financial chemistry may not be…
The doctor’s office is a risky place for people with slim savings. Maybe you need to go in for a routine physical. A persistent cough. A weird rash that WebMD couldn’t identify. Whatever it is, a $300 invoice probably isn’t part…
An airline just gave a newborn child a birthday gift his parents will find it hard to top—free airline tickets for life. He was born on a flight recently.
A slot machine told her she hit a massive jackpot, but the casino claimed it was a machine error and offered her a meal on the house.
After one British woman paid just $15 for what turned out to be a real diamond at a flea market, it has gone off to auction at Sotheby's.
Would you pay $50,000 for an electric pickup truck if you knew you'd never have to buy gas again? Workhorse, an Ohio-based manufacturer, is betting on it.
Though most of us are pretty cautious on Craigslist, one recurring scheme seems so reasonable that many apartment hunters fall victim to it.
Apparently, people are now collecting vintage IKEA furniture—are you unknowingly sitting on thousands of dollars? Here's what you need to know.
Instagram is a haven for bakers to share photos of their delicious creations. Some are even using this as an opportunity to make extra cash. Here's how.
Fred Vautour has worked as a janitor at Boston College for over a decade – and it's helped his five kids attend the school, tuition-free.
You probably already know paying with cash is a good way to manage your money. But making purchases with a debit card might be even better.
A Virginia woman ordered a chair from Amazon for her growing business. When it arrived, she got a big surprise!
Sears and Kmart are closing 72 more stores in addition to the 150 stores they closed earlier this year.
If you've ever worried about being replaced by technology—you know, robots—your fears are not unfounded. Here's how likely that may be.
Attention Kmart shoppers: Your credit card information may have been compromised. The retailer is alerting customers that it got hacked.
A new report predicts that by 2030, most of the U.S. will be using self-driving vehicles—and they will save us thousands of dollars.
The Table Grace Cafe in Omaha is making headlines for its delicious meals made with fresh, organic ingredients and its unconventional payment model.
Sweaty and nervous at your last interview? That was nothing. Having candidates work out while interviewing for a job is becoming more popular.
Payless has released a list of 122 additionals stores slated for closure. The shoe retailer filed for bankruptcy and closed 400 stores earlier this year.
Brandz has published its annual list of the most valuable brands in the world. The list is dominated by American companies, with a few exceptions.
Panera is making hundreds of little changes to make your life easier. Have you noticed some of these tweaks at your local store?
It's hardly news that there are more women in the workforce. Could it possibly be a coincidence that women are now also less likely to marry?
Not only is getting junk mail needlessly annoying, but all that paper is a huge waste. Turns out opting out is actually easier than you might think.
After announcing that it would close just 200 stores earlier this year, RadioShack has now closed more than 1,000 stores. Only a handful remain open.
Requiring new employees to sign a noncompete agreement in order to land a position is common these days. Here's what you should consider before signing.
Chipotle customers, check your bank accounts – the company experienced a security breach in March and April that exposed credit card information.
If you're looking for a unique experience while visiting San Francisco, then you might want to check out the Black Rat Cafe, where you can dine with rats!
A new report explains why things are about to get worse for American shopping malls, which have already been losing customers.
Many of us didn't major in engineering. Or computer science. Or math. But that doesn't mean we're all destined to eat ramen for the rest of our lives.
While they're known for being stealthy and "disappearing", this time, the disappearance of ninjas in Japan is not welcome.
You might be surprised how much your credit card, Social Security number or passport is worth on the black market for stolen identities.
Getting scammed is no fun, but there are plenty of ways to prevent it from happening to you. Here are 8 rules to follow that will keep you safe.
Sure, credit cards can reveal information about your hobbies and store loyalties. But a new study suggests they also say a lot about your personality.
Michael Kors is one more giant in the world of retail to suffer a dip in sales. The company announced it will close up to 125 stores in the next two years.
Big hotel chains are doing away with mini bars, desks and closets in their rooms. But why?
The most recent recession was absolutely crippling for many people. Some positive new numbers show that things are finally looking up.
If you're looking to increase your income without having to actually work, know that there a lot of scams out there. The latest is a car-wrapping scheme.
Even with expanded free and reduced lunch programs across the country, some students still either cannot afford their school lunch. One man wants to help.
How much would you pay to own a little piece of movie magic? These collectibles are some of the most expensive bits of Hollywood ever sold.
In their annual effort to outdress everyone else without spending a lot, ladies are turning to the Internet, with sometimes disastrous results.
College tuition costs are high enough. You don't want to be paying more than you should. Keep an eye out for these signs that a scholarship might be a scam.
This vending machine dispenses luxury vehicles, which appear before you just one to two minutes after you make your selection.
No one likes dealing with the Internal Revenue Service. But imagine having to battle the IRS for 30 years to convince officials you are alive.
Have you ever wanted to live in a prehistoric crib? The iconic 'Flintstone House' appears to be off the market, unfortunately.
She had taken out loans for undergraduate and law school, which put her about $200,000 in the hole. But she wasn't too worried about it at the time.
Elvis Presley's private jet has been sitting abandoned for 35 years. Now, it's up for public auction, and you could be the one to buy it.
These women make a living as real-life mermaids at the Weeki Wachee Springs State Park in Florida. Is the gig as awesome as it sounds?