Americans lost $2.7 billion combined to scams originating on social media between January 2021 and June 2023, says a new report from the Federal Trade Commission. That’s far more than consumers lost in other online scams: $700 million more than website scams and $1.8 billion more than email scams during the same period, the FTC
Cravetiger | Moment | Getty Images The 60/40 portfolio — a cornerstone strategy for the average investor — has been stressed by the pandemic-era economy and market dynamics. However, “the 60/40 portfolio certainly isn’t dead,” Holly Newman Kroft, managing director and senior wealth advisor at asset manager Neuberger Berman, said Thursday at the semiannual CNBC
Prospective buyers visit an open house for sale in Alexandria, Virginia. Jonathan Ernst | Reuters The housing market is dealing with a number of “tricky” dynamics, according to Tracy Kasper, the president of the National Association of Realtors. “What we’ve experienced over the last probably 12 to 18 months is what I really like to
Even if you’re not a Swiftie, it’s nearly impossible to escape the hype surrounding Taylor Swift’s new album, tour, and movie. In fact, some would argue that she is the economic story of 2023. On the opening night of The Eras Tour at State Farm Stadium, the concert brought in more revenue for local businesses
The IRS has released its annual update of special per diem rates for taxpayers to use in substantiating business expenses while traveling away from home. The new numbers are effective as of October 1, 2023, and are to be used for per diem allowances paid to any employee on or after October 1, 2023, for
It’s a dilemma many homeowners and interior designers have faced. Whether to paint a room, install wallpaper, or both. One of the challenges of choosing both is trying to find the right wallpaper to coordinate with a specific color or vice versa. Fortunately, Farrow & Ball has found a way to solve this conundrum in
In this article DAL Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Delta Air Lines’ profit rose nearly 60% in the third quarter as strong travel demand continued through the summer, particularly for international trips, though the carrier forecast full-year earnings toward the low end of an earlier estimate after a jump in fuel prices. In its
In this article WBA Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT A sign displays the types of COVID-19 vaccination doses available at a Walgreens mobile bus clinic on June 25, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. Mario Tama | Getty Images Walgreens on Thursday offered soft profit guidance and reported fiscal fourth-quarter earnings that fell short of
Jes Staley, former CEO of Barclays, arrives at the offices of Boies Schiller Flexner LLP in New York on June 11, 2023. Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images LONDON — Former Barclays CEO Jes Staley on Thursday was fined and banned from holding any position of influence in the U.K. financial services industry for misleading
Demonstrators call for immigration reform near the White House on Feb. 14, 2022. Nicholas Kamm | AFP | Getty Images As the U.S. fertility rate continues to fall, there are growing concerns about the long-term economic impact: A smaller population means less tax revenue, which could reduce funding for programs such as Social Security and
Jozef Polc / 500Px | 500Px Plus | Getty Images Social Security beneficiaries will see a 3.2% boost to their benefits in 2024, the Social Security Administration announced on Thursday. The annual cost-of-living adjustment for 2024 will affect more than 71 million Social Security and Supplemental Security Income beneficiaries. These benefit adjustments are made annually
Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Social Security benefits will increase 3.2% in 2024 for the nation’s 71 million recipients, raising the average monthly check for a single retired worker to $1,907, up $59 from $1,827 this year, and for a retired couple both receiving benefits to $3,033, up $94 from $2,939
Corrected, Oct. 11: An earlier version of this post reported that Juror 26 remained on the jury. This was an error. The judge initially ruled that all jurors were to remain, but subsequently dismissed Juror 26. ——————————————————————————————————————————- The most important recent development in the government’s long battle against abusive syndicated conservation easements. what I call
Although mold can be found almost everywhere, you don’t want to find it in your home. Mold is a red flag to buyers, and may cause them to reconsider purchasing your home. Even if you don’t plan on selling your home in the near future, the presence of mold can be harmful to you and
In this article Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT A Birkenstock banner hangs outside the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York on October 11, 2023, as Birkenstock launches an Initial Public Offering (IPO). Angela Weiss | Afp | Getty Images Shares of Birkenstock slid more than 12% in their debut on the New
In this article 1939-SZ 1398-SZ 1288-SZ 1988-SZ Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Bank of China is one of the major state-owned banks in China. Pictured here is a branch in Shanghai on March 27, 2023. Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images China’s sovereign wealth fund, Central Huijin Investment, increased its stake in four of
Getty Images Given record-high interest rates, now is not the time to be taking on more credit card debt. The Federal Reserve is expected to further hike interest rates before the end of the year, and the average credit card interest rate is already at an all-time high. The average rate for existing accounts is
The Department of Justice continues to focus on pandemic-related fraud. This week, a federal grand jury in the Western District of Tennessee returned an indictment charging ten individuals for their roles in schemes to defraud the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program and the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Grand Juries And Indictments When it comes
With bragging rights as the live music capital of the world, Austin, Texas, is often filled with sound. Yet, that’s not all you’ll find rising high above the streets. Some valuable downtown airspace is also where a select few make their homes in luxury and style. The 12 penthouses at The W Residences offer the
In this article CMG Follow your favorite stocksCREATE FREE ACCOUNT Customers order from a Chipotle restaurant at the King of Prussia Mall in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Mark Makela | Reuters Chipotle Mexican Grill is planning to raise prices again. “For the first time in over a year, we will be taking a modest price