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$1.787 billion Powerball jackpot winning tickets sold in two states. One of them could pay a higher tax bill.

A lot of would-be buyers feel priced out of the housing market. Getting a lower mortgage rate might help move the needle.

Amid a slowing job market and an uptick in unemployment, more student loan borrowers are struggling to pay their bills. Fortunately, they have options.

It's no secret that the job market has stalled halfway through 2025, but experts say it's driven by economic uncertainty rather than artificial intelligence.

As more student loan borrowers press the pause button on their monthly bills, here's what to know about the benefits and risks of doing so.

Interest in physical gold and gold-related financial investments has soared amid the precious metal's recent rally. Here's what to know before diving in.

The Powerball jackpot soared to an estimated $1.8 billion on Friday. Here's what the winner can expect to pay in taxes.

The $40,000 cap on state and local tax deductions provides relief to families who face surging property taxes but adds to the national debt.

The August jobs report showed the labor market has significantly cooled and isn't presenting many opportunities for job seekers.

Actively managed funds are generally said to outperform index funds in times of volatility. That wasn't the case over the past year, Morningstar found.