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Rival bills want to make homebuying more affordable. Here's how. -- Two competing bills would restrict big investors from buying single-family homes, but they take different approaches.

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This tip can save you tens of thousands of dollars on your mortgage -- Mortgage rates have fallen to their lowest level since 2022, and now borrowers can find even lower-cost loans, experts said.

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Small business owner is already giving her customers a tariff refund -- "If somebody charges you something and it's unlawful, they should give you your money back," Dame CEO Alexandra Fine said.

19 hours ago

Stocks slump as investors fret over inflation data, AI -- Stocks fell in afternoon trading after a report showed higher-than-expected inflation and as Wall Street continues to fret over AI-related disruption.

19 hours ago

State Farm to offer $100 average refund to car insurance customers -- Refund amounts for State Farm customers will vary based on their place of residence and insurance premiums. -- Feb 27

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How Americans plan to use their bigger tax refunds this year -- Early tax refund data shows the typical check is so far 14% higher than a year ago. Here's what Americans are planning to do with the money. -- Feb 27

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Trump Media & Technology Group says it may spin off Truth Social -- President Trump's media company, which is merging with a fusion energy player, is exploring whether to spin off Trump Social as a publicly traded concern. -- Feb 27

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Exclusive - Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon - After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military - but only if it addresses the firm's concerns. 6H ago

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Hegseth declares Anthropic a "supply chain risk to national security" -- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth deemed artificial intelligence firm Anthropic a supply chain risk on Friday, following days of increasingly heated public conflict with the AI company.

17 hours ago

How to earn $500 in interest before the end of 2026 -- Want to quickly boost your savings? Here are four ways to earn $500 worth of interest before the end of 2026.

20 hours ago

How much interest can a $20,000 CD account earn in 5 years?

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3 CD account questions savers should ask this March

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Can gold bars lose their value? -- Gold's price recently hit record highs, but that doesn't mean every form of gold investing is a guaranteed win.

23 hours ago

What is the smallest gold bar you can buy?

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Best gold IRA companies and investing advice to know now

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Could mortgage interest rates ever be 3% again? 3 things to know this March -- Mortgage interest rates are dropping again, but could they fall back to 3%? Here's what to consider this March. -- Feb 27

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3 times mortgage interest rates could fall this March

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What are today's mortgage interest rates: February 27, 2026?

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Tracking rising cost of cars, trucks, groceries ahead of Trump's tariffs -- CBS News is tracking the rising cost of products most impacted by tariffs imposed​ and soon-to-be-imposed by President Trump, from grocery items to cars and trucks.

10 months ago

MoneyWatch price tracker shows how much food, utility, housing costs are rising -- These charts track prices consumers pay for groceries and other goods now compared to five years ago.

10 months ago

The typical American worker has $955 saved for retirement -- Millions of Americans lack access to any type of retirement plan, hampering their ability to save for old age.

22 days ago

How the new $6,000 senior tax deduction could impact older Americans -- A new tax deduction for senior citizens is kicking in this tax season, potentially providing bigger refunds to millions, the AARP says.

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5 MONEY MOVES TO MAKE IN 2026, ACCORDING TO FINANCIAL EXPERTS -- As many Americans head into 2026 with mounting money worries, reviewing your finances now could help put you on firmer footing next year.

2 months ago

College majors with the highest earnings potential and lowest jobless rates -- A college degree still provides an edge when it comes to finding a good job, but a person's major may be just as important to career stability, research suggests.

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Some job-seekers are paying thousands of dollars just to land an interview -- "Reverse recruitment" firms promise to cut the length of job searches in half and help connect candidates with employers.

16 days ago

More companies are pointing to AI as they lay off employees -- Although economists have generally downplayed the impact of artificial intelligence on jobs, some employers are highlighting their adoption of AI.

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