2+ hour, 7+ min ago  (399+ words) From eggs to beef, your grocery bill looks different, here's what the data reveals Since Donald Trump returned to the presidency on Jan. 20, 2025, food prices at U.S. grocery stores have remained a key concern for households across the country. While overall…...

6+ day, 2+ hour ago  (623+ words) Good news on inflation, bad news for COLA 2027? Recent CPI data brings relief for prices but raises concerns about Social Security adjustments There's reason for cautious optimism in the U.S. economy: inflation appears to be cooling. In January 2026, the U.S. consumer price…...

1+ week, 23+ min ago  (712+ words) First year of retirement? These are the financial moves you should make Six essential moves that can protect your income and peace of mind The first year of retirement can feel like stepping into unfamiliar territory, and for many new…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago  (300+ words) What beneficiaries need to know about the 2026 cost-of-living adjustment Recipients of Social Security benefits can expect an increase in February 2026, as the Social Security Administration (SSA) implements the latest cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). This annual adjustment helps benefits keep pace with…...

3+ week, 5+ day ago  (383+ words) 401(k)s can be impacted by increasing inflation, so here's how to survive rising costs. Inflation can quietly shrink your 401(k) if you're not careful. Understanding how rising prices impact your retirement funds and taking proactive steps is critical to preserving your…...

1+ mon, 3+ day ago  (435+ words) Policymakers appear in no rush to adjust interest rates after last year's cuts The Federal Reserve is expected to keep interest rates unchanged when it meets on January 27 and 28, opening 2026 with caution rather than another shift in monetary policy. Markets…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (549+ words) The change has been opposed by the banking industry. President Donald Trump revived a campaign promise Friday, proposing a one-year, 10% cap on credit card interest rates, a move that could save Americans tens of billions, though banks and Wall Street…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (285+ words) In addition to the increase, there will also be new rules for job search The state of Michigan has started 2026 with a significant transformation in its social security system, marking the end of a long period of stagnation in aid…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (466+ words) The minimum wage for 2025 was set at $12.48. Starting January 1, 2026, Michigan's minimum wage will increase from $12.48 to $13.73 per hour under the Improved Workforce Opportunity Wage Act, which schedules annual wage hikes for nearly all state employees. For minors aged 16 and 17, the…...

2+ mon, 4+ day ago  (619+ words) Social Security beneficiaries: what happens if the health care bill triggers a marketplace insurance premium jump in 2026 For millions of Americans living on Social Security, health insurance is one of the biggest monthly expenses and one of the hardest to…...