Social Security COLA estimates for 2027 fall as inflation moderates
Social Security’s 2027 cost-of-living adjustment is estimated at 3.4% to 3.6%, down from earlier forecasts as inflation moderates, according to new government data.
Trump officials float cut to capital gains tax on home sales. What it could mean for homeowners
Trump administration officials discuss potential tax cuts on home sale capital gains ahead of midterm elections, though experts say implementation appears unlikely in the near term.
‘We noticed a login from a new device’: the message from fraudsters targeting your X account
Fraudsters are sending fake X login alert emails mimicking legitimate security notifications to steal passwords and account access, with subtle telltale signs distinguishing them from genuine messages.
Federal Reserve is likely to hold interest rates steady. Here’s what that means for consumers
The Federal Reserve is expected to hold interest rates steady at its July meeting, as cooler inflation data competes with rising energy prices tied to Middle East tensions for policy attention.
Parents could put pretax paycheck money into Trump Accounts, with employers matching, Treasury says
The U.S. Treasury Department proposed regulations allowing employers to contribute up to $2,500 annually to Trump Accounts, tax-deferred investment vehicles for children, with employees able to fund accounts using pretax paycheck dollars.
Fidelity says 2026 retirees may spend $185,500 on healthcare. One category may push those costs higher
A 65-year-old retiring in 2026 may spend an average of $185,500 on healthcare during retirement, according to Fidelity Investments, a 7.5% increase from prior year estimates.