Wages, Eroded by Inflation All Year, Gain Some Ground

Workers' pay raises were more than eaten up by rising costs this year—until August, when they finally gained back a little ground, as a chart shows.

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Ready to Refinance? What to Consider Before You Do

Refinancing a mortgage can be a great way to lower your monthly payments. Keeping a few factors in mind can help ensure that you get the best rate.

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Child Care Eats Up 13% of Family Income, Treasury Says

13% - That's the share of income an average family devotes to child care, according to a government report making the case for subsidies to nearly halve that burden.

Survey: Americans Feel a Bit Less Hesitant to Travel

It's likely too early to say travel is rebounding from its recent lull brought on by the delta variant, but a chart indicates it may be showing signs of life again.

Here's How the Spending Bill Could Affect Your Pocketbook

Democratic lawmakers released some details about their proposals for an ambitious $3.5 trillion spending plan on Monday. Here's how it could affect you.

What Is the Sales Comparison Approach to Appraisals?

The sales comparison approach to appraisals is how real estate agents and appraisers gather data from similar home sales and listings to value a home.