Personal Finance
Vacation inflation isn’t a rumor anymore. It’s official. Airfares climbed 20.7% in the 12 months ending April 2026, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Lodging is up. Dining out is up. Pretty much every line item that goes into summer vacation costs more than it did a year ago.…
New Kroger CEO Greg Foran confirmed industry speculation that he is planning to cut the grocer’s prices on “thousands of products” in a bid to reignite sales growth, according to a news report. “I think about our business a bit like a Formula One race. There’s a lead group of…
We all do it: tell ourselves little white lies to avoid uncomfortable truths. “I’ll start that budget next month.” “My credit card bill isn’t that bad.” But when it comes to your money, those harmless fibs can become devastating financial realities. They fester, quietly eroding your savings, multiplying your debt,…
Deciding when to claim Social Security benefits might be one of the most complicated aspects of retirement, but it’s also one of the most important. When you start receiving benefits can have a profound effect on how much you receive over the remainder of your life. Waiting to claim can…
Key takeaways If you find yourself in too much debt to keep up with, you might be able to negotiate with your credit card issuer to settle some of your debt. Debt settlement works by negotiating with an issuer until they agree to let you pay off part of your…
Your credit card is the most useful piece of plastic in your wallet — until it isn’t. In the right hands, it’s fraud protection, rewards, and a 21-day interest-free loan. In the wrong situation, it’s a debt trap, a scam funnel, and an instant 30% annual percentage rate (APR). I’ve…
Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Monster. For many workers, finding a job is no longer a short-term process—it’s becoming a prolonged and increasingly competitive effort. According to recent job search statistics from the Monster Research Institute, 1 in 4 job seekers say they’ve been searching for more than…
While gas prices continue to rise amid the Iran war, Texas is among the states with the lowest prices for a gallon of regular fuel, according to AAA. The price for a gallon of gas in Texas is $4.092 as of Thursday, May 21, according to AAA, which is well…
Spring brings budding blooms, warm breezes and an endless line of tiny black ants who love to peter into your home and scrounge for all those crusty crumbs you didn’t even know were hiding behind your trash can. Awesome. But you don’t need to live surrounded by ants, roaches and…
Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared on Monster. Hands-on jobs can offer a mix of physical activity, practical problem-solving, creativity, and real-world impact. Whether you want a skilled trade, a healthcare role, or a creative career, hands-on jobs provide opportunities for strong pay, career growth, and entry paths that don’t…
