What Cuts to the IRS Could Mean for Taxpayers
Wed, 19 Mar 2025
A hollowed-out IRS could mean weaker tax enforcement and fewer audits. WSJ tax-policy reporter Richa...
What Self-Employed and Gig Workers Need to Know Before Filing Their Taxes
Tue, 18 Mar 2025
Self-employed and gig workers need to app roach tax season a little differently this year. Wall Stre...
What the Fed’s Interest-Rate Cuts Mean for Borrowing and Saving Money
Mon, 17 Mar 2025
The Federal Reserve has been lowering interest rates since September, but consumer borrowing costs h...
What’s News in Markets: Trump’s Tesla, Trade-War Hiccups, Low-Flying Shares
Sat, 15 Mar 2025
What a visit to the White House did for Tesla’s stock. And how American whiskey found itself at th...
With Auto Tariffs on Hold, Is Now the Time to Buy a Car?
Fri, 14 Mar 2025
Carmakers, auto parts suppliers and even car shoppers—everyone wants to make the most of the 30-da...
Why the 401(k) Has Become a Rainy Day Fund
Thu, 13 Mar 2025
More Americans are breaking into their 401(k) accounts to help with financial emergencies. Wall Stre...
How Trump’s Tariff Whiplash Is Spooking Consumers
Wed, 12 Mar 2025
Uncertainty surrounding Trump’s trade war is weighing on consumers. Wall Street Journal reporter R...
How Wealthy Americans Use Cash Balance Plans to Save Millions for Retirement
Tue, 11 Mar 2025
Cash balance retirement plans have surged in popularity and now hold $1 trillion of wealth. Wall Str...
How a Growing Number of People Identifying as Disabled Could Impact Workplace Accessibility
Mon, 10 Mar 2025
More workers are seeking accommodations for mental-health conditions, spurring a debate among people...
What’s News in Markets: Tariffs Whipsaw, Gap’s Bump, Target Prices
Sat, 08 Mar 2025
What made Target’s stock wobble and Gap’s surge? And how are automakers faring in the wake of Tr...
Why Some Families Are Getting Priced Out of Spring Break
Fri, 07 Mar 2025
Rising prices for domestic and international travel are causing more would-be travelers to delay spr...
Why School Districts Are Spending Millions to Revive High-School Shop Classes
Thu, 06 Mar 2025
Welders, mechanics and carpenters could have a promising future in the digital age. School districts...
Trump Tariffs: How Much More Will Consumers Pay?
Wed, 05 Mar 2025
President Trump has imposed 25% tariffs on goods imported from Mexico and Canada and an additional 1...
Tax Season 2025: A Cheat Sheet for Retirees and Retirement Accounts
Tue, 04 Mar 2025
To encourage Americans to save for retirement, Congress has set up tax-favored accounts. While these...
How Trump’s Plan to Halt Penny Production Could Impact Consumers
Mon, 03 Mar 2025
President Trump has instructed the U.S. Treasury to halt the minting of new pennies as part of an ef...
What’s News in Markets: Home Depot Delivers, Nvidia Wobbles
Sat, 01 Mar 2025
What drove gains at Home Depot in the past quarter? And what made investors nervous about Nvidia’s...
How Parents Can Maximize Their Tax Refund
Fri, 28 Feb 2025
Congress has added various breaks and credits for parents throughout the tax code. Wall Street Journ...
More Adults Are Ordering From the Kids’ Menu
Thu, 27 Feb 2025
If you are looking to cut calories, save some cash, or just feel like a kid again, the kids menu mi...
How Mass Federal Layoffs Could Impact the Economy
Wed, 26 Feb 2025
Layoffs and hiring freezes ordered by the Trump administration have hit thousands of federal workers...
Your Cheat Sheet to Taxes for Investors
Tue, 25 Feb 2025
Investors with assets in taxable accounts could be eligible for favorable tax rates on investment in...
Why Investors Are More Pessimistic About Stocks Now Than Recent Years
Mon, 24 Feb 2025
The percentage of individual investors who expect stock prices to fall over the next six months reac...
What’s News in Markets: Intel Spikes, Walmart Slides, Bumble Fumbles
Sat, 22 Feb 2025
What drove Intel shares higher? And why did Walmart shares tumble after its earnings report? Plus, h...
The Hardball Tactic Landlords Use to Tank Your Credit Score
Fri, 21 Feb 2025
Landlords say that tackling rental disputes by targeting credit scores is more effective than length...
When a Lifetime Subscription Is Worth It – and When It's Not
Thu, 20 Feb 2025
The cost of streaming and other online services continues to rise. More companies are now offering l...
How the Uncertain Future of the CFPB Could Impact Your Money
Wed, 19 Feb 2025
Work at the government’s watchdog for financial products, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau...
How Owning a Home Can Help You Save on Taxes
Tue, 18 Feb 2025
Buying a home is a major investment for many Americans but there are ways to make it less taxing. Wa...