Consumer Spending Optimism Jumps to Highest Since 2015

Consumer expectations for spending in the year ahead had an unusual jump in January, reaching the highest level since June 2015, a New York Federal Reserve survey shows.

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Rule of Thumb: Save for College or Retirement?

Twice a week, we break down the logic behind financial rules of thumb. When you have to prioritize, it's better to save for retirement over college. Learn why parents should make this financial decision, and how to do it right.

How to File for Unemployment if You Work Part-Time

You can receive unemployment benefits if you work part-time and are searching for a full-time job. Learn what partial unemployment is and how the filing process works.

Beyond the Headlines: The Dark Side of Fed Policy and Cloudy Days for Investors

The upside of stock manias, how the Fed's interest rate policy widens racial inequalities, and investor sentiment on cloudy days—personal finance news you might have missed.

Fewer Households Miss Rent & Mortgage Payments

5 Million - That's how many U.S. households didn't make their rent or mortgage payments in December—1.2 million less than in September, new research shows.

Don't Recognize That 1099 Form? Don't Pay Taxes on It

Scammers have been stealing personal information of unsuspecting taxpayers to file fraudulent unemployment claims. Here's how to get out of paying taxes on cash that scammers collected.