Finance
-
Credit agency upgrades Cook County’s bond rating to AAJul 24, 2024 12:37 pm - Cook County officials announced Wednesday that Fitch Ratings has upgraded the county’s bond rating from AA- to AA, the third ratings upgrade in less than three years.
-
What to do if your landlord raises your rent
Jul 21, 2024 5:08 am - Renters across the country are feeling the squeeze of higher prices. According to the latest annual report on the state of rental housing from the Joint Center for Housin...
-
Capital One offers $265B benefit plan to appease regulators for its planned purchase of Discover
Jul 18, 2024 12:20 pm - NEW YORK — Capital One said Wednesday it plans to offer $265 billion in lending, investing and philanthropy projects as part of its pending $35 billion merger with Riverw...
-
Amazon Prime Day deals are here. Should you take advantage of them?
-
Groceries are expensive, but they don’t have to break the bank. Here are some tips to save
-
BBB advisory: Navigating back-to-school deals amid scammers’ paradiseJul 14, 2024 5:18 am - Many consumers plan their back-to-school shopping around retail holidays, Prime Days and Labor Day sales. As a proactive measure, that’s a great plan, especially if your...
-
Target will stop accepting personal checks next week. Are the days of the payment method numbered?
-
Rethinking the value of a day: How Americans measure time and money
-
Essential tips for boosting your business’ financesJul 07, 2024 5:45 am - Business moves fast. To be successful, businesses cannot simply react to the unexpected; they need to be prepared. Whether managing sudden emergencies, covering payroll ...
-
Budgeting apps for small businessesJul 07, 2024 5:41 am - Running a small business takes a lot of time management, communication, organization, and financial planning. On the financial planning front, staying ahead of your prof...