Author: Medora Lee, USA TODAY

The Fed passed on raising rates in June, but consumers are already reeling from the last 10 in a row. They should stay focused on paying down debt.

CPI data shows inflation fell to 4% in May, a new 2-year low, as gas prices, food price gains eased. Core consumer price increases remained high.

People aren’t letting inflation crimp their style. They’re turning to social media to find affordable dupes, or duplicates of the most coveted items.

Americans snatched up I bonds amid 40-year inflation in 2022. Now that prices are cooling and rates are rising, I bonds are losing their luster.

For some, tax season feels like a yearlong event because they pay estimated taxes every quarter. The next payment is due June 15 or face penalties.

Some may hate a lot in the debt ceiling package, but economists say the plan’s actually a good compromise that’ll benefit everyone. Here’s why.

With America aging quickly, an Alzheimer’s treatment gets new urgency. There finally are some promising ones, but most can’t get them. Here’s why.

As politicians vote on tighter work requirements for SNAP, rich people are making millions off farm subsidies without working, report claims. Here’s how.

If you plan to pursue higher education, you should know about FAFSA and how it can help pay for school. Here are the details.