For travelers hoping to board a plane this week, inclement weather and long security lines are likely to cause headaches at the airport. As a partial government shutdown affecting Transportation Security Administration funding drags on, TSA officers have been calling out of work at high rates after missing their first full paycheck. “It’s devastating to … Read more
Every driver knows how car insurance works. Whenever you get a new vehicle, you need to have it insured to legally drive it on the road in 49 of the 50 states (New Hampshire is the exception). Insurance prices vary depending on where you live. Though many insurance companies offer different rates depending on the … Read more
Lidl is recalling “all lots” of its chocolate ladybugs over a labeling mishap. The German-owned discount supermarket chain initiated the recall after discovering the product, which contained tree nuts, was distributed in packaging that did not disclose the presence of hazelnuts. Consumers have yet to report an illness in connection with the recall. Because Favorina … Read more
Several additional Popeyes locations in the Southeast are shutting down as a major franchisee works through bankruptcy. Court records obtained by USA TODAY show that Florida-based Sailormen Inc., which operates more than 130 Popeyes restaurants, said on March 10 it plans to close three Popeyes locations in Georgia. The closures come about two months after … Read more
Hyundai has issued a stop sale and is planning a recall of over 60,000 of its Palisade SUVs following a fatal incident that is currently under investigation, a company news release says. The Palisade is a popular midsize family SUV model and close relative to the Kia Telluride. It’s the South Korean automaker’s largest SUV … Read more
Managing your business finances does not have to be complicated. The right business checking account helps you stay organized, save time, and focus on growing your business. Explore our full guide to the best banks for freelancers and discover the ideal fit for your needs, whether you want low fees, easy integrations, or added perks. … Read more
Social Security becomes available to most Americans at age 62. Not surprisingly, that’s the most popular age for claiming the retirement benefit. Hey: It’s money. But is 62 the best age to claim Social Security? You can find hundreds of articles on that question, and the answer isn’t obvious. If you take Social Security earlier, … Read more
Forecasters widely expect the Federal Reserve to keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged when it concludes its two-day meeting on March 18, as policymakers weigh the economic impact of the ongoing war with Iran. In addition to the United States going to war, much has happened since the Federal Open Market Committee held the rate … Read more
As policymakers continue to debate the role of Wall Street investors in the residential real estate market, one analysis confirms what many housing observers have argued for some time: Institutional investors make up a small – even shrinking – portion of home purchases. The report, released March 13 by economists at Realtor.com, found that investors … Read more
Try your hand at this one-question quiz: How much longer is a 65-year-old American woman likely to live? A) About 17 more years, to age 82 B) About 22 more years, to age 87 C) About 27 more years, to age 92 Only about one-third of us know the correct answer, which is B, according … Read more