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Should travelers ‘buy now, pay later?' Here's what experts say
Point-of-sale loans allow consumers to make installment payments, but the drawbacks can be costly.
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Canned soup summer: Bargain hunters are ditching snacks for pantry staples
Campbell’s is seeing demand drift from snacks toward square meals as consumers shift their food spending from McDonald’s and the chips aisle to dollar store shelves.
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More Americans are financing groceries with buy now, pay later loans — and more are paying those bills late, survey says
Consumers are using buy now, pay later plans to pay for essentials such as groceries, as concerns around the economy grow.
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Capital One and Discover merger approved by Federal Reserve
Capital One Financial’s application to acquire Discover Financial Services has officially been approved by the Federal Reserve the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.
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How to prepare for a possible recession, according to an expert
Columbia Business School professor Rita McGrath shares how to spot signs of a looming recession and gives advice on preparing for the worst.
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‘You can't save it, because you have to spend it': Many express money worries
As financial markets take a hit from tariffs, many Americans are worried about what happens next. News4’s Megan McGrath reports.
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20 items and goods most exposed to price shocks from Trump tariffs
President Donald Trump’s tariffs will raise the prices on some goods more dramatically than others. See which items will suffer the biggest jumps.
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‘Don't look': Why a finance pro says not to check your 401(k) amid tariff turmoil
As President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs create turmoil in financial markets, a personal finance pro shared guidance on why you shouldn’t check your 401(k) right away or make any rash financial moves.
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‘Don't look': Why a finance pro says not to check your 401(k) amid tariff turmoil
As President Trump’s sweeping tariffs create turmoil in financial markets, personal finance columnist Michelle Singletary told News4’s Drew Wilder why you shouldn’t check your 401(k) right away or make any rash financial moves.
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Shoppers will pay more for bananas, coffee and toilet paper because of tariffs, trade group says
Grocery bills will likely rise as shoppers pay more for household staples because of the Trump administration’s new tariffs.
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DoorDash and Klarna partner on ‘buy now, pay later' loan option
The new arrangement, announced on Thursday, allows customers to defer payment of DoorDash orders and has received backlash on social media.
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Affirm, JPMorgan Chase deal permits installment loans at checkout
Consumers will have access to loans ranging from 30 days to 60 months with U.S. merchants who use JPMorgan Chase, according to Affirm.
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The salary you need to be considered middle class in every US state
A six-figure salary might seem like a lot, but the upper range of middle-class earnings exceeds $100,000 in every U.S. state.
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Scrolling social media gives consumers ideas for money-saving hacks
News4’s Susan Hogan has some tips if you’ve scrolled through social media and want to try “cash stuffing” (aka envelope-based budgeting) or a no-spend challenge.
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Women will get most of the $124 trillion ‘great wealth transfer.' Here's why
Women stand to benefit disproportionately from the greatest generational wealth transfer in history, studies show.
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More couples are choosing lab-grown diamonds over natural stones for engagement rings. Here's why
Lab-grown diamonds outpace natural stones when it comes to engagement rings. Here’s why, and what to consider when shopping.
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USAA data breach: How to claim part of the $3.25M settlement if you were affected
The deadline to file a claim in the $3.25 million United Services Automobile Association (USAA) data breach settlement is approaching.
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Egg prices could jump 41% this year, USDA says, as Trump's bird flu plan is unveiled
The U.S. Agriculture Department predicts record egg prices could soar more than 40% in 2025, as the Trump administration offered the first new details Wednesday about its plan to battle bird flu and ease costs.
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40-year-old self-made millionaire: These 5 habits helped me get rich
Parent Portfolio co-founder Jonathan Sanchez says he never expected to become a millionaire, but there were a few key habits that led him to financial success.
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How IRS layoffs could impact your tax filing process and speed of your return
The IRS is poised to lay off thousands of “probationary” employees this week, meaning those with two years or less on the job.