This is the average age of first-time homeowners in California
The average age of most first-time homebuyers in California is now almost a decade older compared to the 1980s, data shows.
These are the top US states people moved to and from in 2023: See how California ranked
A new study shows more residents moved out of California than into the state in 2023. Overall, California ranked No. 6 among the top states people moved away from last year.
US national debt nears $34 trillion; majority of voters say economy is in bad shape
The U.S. government’s total debt was fast approaching $34 trillion as of Friday afternoon, according to the latest numbers from the U.S. Treasury.
What is ‘lifestyle inflation’? Financial advisor explains ways to avoid it
In uncertain economic times, earning more money is a benefit, but if you aren't tracking your spending, it's easy to fall into a financial hole, and an expert weighs in on what you can do.
California Pizza Hut franchises laying off all delivery drivers
California Pizza Hut franchises are laying off delivery drivers as a new law mandating the increase of fast food workers' minimum wage to $20 per hour is set go into effect in 2024.
Housing affordability plummeted to lowest level on record in 2023
Just a fraction of homes for sale in 2023 were affordable for the typical American
Gen X advised to ‘stop spending’ due to largest retirement savings wealth gap of any generation
Economist argues less spending equals a 'milder’ recession.
Federal Reserve nears victory over historic inflation, defying predictions of recession
The cost of goods — such as used cars, furniture and appliances — has fallen for six straight months.
Rent prices show biggest decline in more than 3 years, Redfin report says
Redfin says its the biggest annual price drop in rents since 2020.
Los Angeles among top 3 costliest cities for older homeowners
High housing costs across the U.S. are pushing more homeowners out the door, but according to new data, that sentiment rings especially true for older homeowners in metro areas and coastal cities.
How much do stamps cost now? Here’s what you will spend to send out holiday cards amid inflation
Still need to send out your holiday cards? It will cost you more this year.
'Home Alone' fans shocked by almost 250% increase in grocery prices since iconic shopping trip
Kevin McCallister's grocery list in the classic film "Home Alone" has gone from $19.83 in 1990 to $72.28 in 2023.
These California cities will see home sales skyrocket in 2024: study
Several Southern California real estate markets are expected to rebound from significant sales declines in 2023, according to the 2024 National Housing Forecast.
Americans need extra $11K to afford same standard of living in 2021, Republican analysis finds
A new analysis has revealed how much more money Americans need now to meet the cost of living standards seen in 2021– prior to a rise in inflation.
These 2 California cities are among the top 10 most expensive in the world, data shows
Two California cities ranked among the top 10 most expensive cities in the world, according to this year's Worldwide Cost of Living report put out by the Economist Intelligence Unit.
US housing market has 'big hole' to dig out of, economist says
New home construction is a 'multiyear problem,' according to Realtor.com chief economist Danielle Hale.
Mom's viral TikTok sums up modern middle-class struggle; 'We're all one financial crisis away from disaster'
Mackenzie Moan's tearful TikTok confession resonated with thousands of middle-class Americans. Hear her exclusive interview.
US consumer inflation eased in October, driven by cheaper gas, cars and airfares
Inflation in the United States slowed last month in a sign that the Federal Reserve’s interest rate hikes are continuing to cool the consumer price spikes that have bedeviled consumers for the past two years.
California food prices could get even more expensive as fast food wages set to increase
Think the prices of groceries and fast food in California is getting expensive? Get ready to possibly pay even more as the state prepares to increase the minimum wage for fast food workers beginning next year.
Homes in this California city sell faster than anywhere else in the state, study shows
Only one California city made Redfin's list of fastest housing markets in the U.S.