Personal Finance

I Drove Two Versions of the Kia Telluride. Is the Gas or Hybrid Better?

As it enters its second generation, Kia’s popular Telluride SUV has become so important to the South Korean automaker that some company officials refer to it as the “Selluride.” Kia has sold 98,111 Tellurides through the end of August 2026, up from 84,090 it sold during the same period last…

How to Claim Your Share

The deadline to file a claim for part of a $50 million settlement from The Walt Disney Company is Sept. 8, 2026, for people who subscribed to YouTube TV or DirecTV Stream over the past several years. The settlement stems from a 2022 federal class-action complaint filed by YouTube TV…

6 Forces About to Send Your Grocery Bill Higher in 2027

Your grocery bill probably feels like it finally caught its breath. Groceries rose just 2.7% over the past year — downright tame by recent standards. Enjoy it while it lasts. Because something ugly happened in the commodity markets last month, and it’s pointed straight at your shopping cart. In August,…

Unrealized Gains: Favorable vs. Unfavorable Tax Treatment

An investment can increase substantially in value without creating an immediate federal income tax bill. In a taxable account, gains generally aren’t taxed until the asset is sold. That tax deferral can be valuable, but when and how the gain is eventually realized can have a significant effect on the…

Texas Gov. Abbott Pitches 50% Property Tax Cut in Affordability Plan

LUBBOCK, Texas — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has unveiled a campaign plan addressing several parts of the affordability debate, including property taxes, insurance, health care, higher education and electricity costs. Abbott visited Lubbock on Sept. 4 to promote the plan as recent polling showed the governor’s race tightening. The proposals…

Trust 65-Day Rule: How Distributions Affect Beneficiary Taxes

The 65-day rule can give certain trusts more flexibility when deciding when to distribute income to beneficiaries. The IRS may treat an eligible distribution made during the first 65 days of a new tax year as though it occurred in the prior year. This can potentially shift taxable income from…

Here Are My Top 3 New Cars of 2026 So Far After Testing 10 Models

I’ve tested 10 different cars and SUVs in 2026, including several of the top-selling models from some of America’s largest auto manufacturers. The models I’ve tested range from affordable gas-powered sedans like the Mazda3 to top-of-the-line luxury hybrid models like the Genesis GV80 Coupe. I’ve also tested several fully electric…

Here’s Why Nearly Half of Workers Say They Feel Like Impostors

Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on MyPerfectResume.com. Confidence has become a workplace requirement. Employees are expected to sound certain in meetings, project expertise on Slack, and present themselves as capable and composed, even when they are still learning, adjusting, or struggling. But behind that polished exterior, many workers feel…

Materials, Pros, Cons and Best Uses

Choosing the right type of flooring for your home means balancing durability, ease of cleaning, comfort and value, so it’s important to think about more than just upfront cost. The best flooring for homes can both improve the look of your interior space and provide value for decades to come.…