Consumer watchdog signals broad crackdown on hidden fees for banks, credit cards
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is asking consumers for input on so-called "junk" fees from a broad array of financial entities.
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'You have no home here' — Cramer blasts speculative SPACs for taking down the stock market
"There's no more Jimmy Chill when it comes to SPACs," the "Mad Money" host said Wednesday.
A ‘Medicaid annuity’ may be a useful option when your spouse needs nursing home care
While some couples "spend down" their assets to qualify for Medicaid, another option may be an annuity that converts assets into income.
There’s still time for some retirement savers to claim an extra tax write-off
The saver's credit is a tax break for low- and moderate-income people saving for retirement. Here’s what to know about claiming the write-off.
'The Fed got the memo.' Here's what you can do to prepare for the coming rate hike
The Fed will raise interest rates this year. Here's what that means for you.
Long-term investors shouldn't worry too much about stocks being 10% off their highs
What's unusual is not that we've had a 10% correction, what's unusual is how long it's been between corrections.
'You’re playing with fire if you don’t report it.' What happens if you don't disclose crypto activity this tax season
If you don’t report crypto activity and face an IRS audit, you may be hit with interest, penalties or even criminal charges, according to tax experts.
Now is not the time to panic with your 401(k) investments. Experts say to make these moves instead
Experts caution against moving your retirement investments out of stocks amid this week's wild market fluctuations. But that doesn't mean you should do nothing.
Here's how to invest like billionaire Warren Buffett during a volatile market
If the wild stock market swings have you nervous, you may want to take a page from Warren Buffett.
'Take a chill pill, stay long' — Anthony Scaramucci says bitcoin's recent plunge won't last
The SkyBridge Capital founder told CNBC on Tuesday he advises his own clients to invest in cryptocurrency, but without getting overexcited.
Here's what investors should know as stocks continue a wild ride
The S&P 500 stock index dipped into "correction" territory on Monday for the first time since 2020. What does that mean for investors?
Millions of frustrated taxpayers still waiting on last year's refund as tax season begins
An enormous bottleneck at the IRS is delaying 2021 tax refunds for millions of American as tax filing season gets underway.
Cramer advises investors to stick with 'great American companies' to weather market swings
While many of those firms might look to be in a dismal state, CNBC's Jim Cramer encouraged buyers to watch the big picture.
SEC chair eyes tougher cyber rules to protect investors against hackers
Gary Gensler, chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission, aims to protect investors from financial loss and data theft.
Markets are on a roller coaster ride. Here's what to keep in mind as stocks whiplash
Worried about volatile markets? Choppy moves can actually be opportunities for investors to pick up more stocks and set themselves up for gains.