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For those getting ready to begin taking their Social Security benefits, it’s important to keep in mind just how much you can receive depending on what your age is.

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin says President Joe Biden has approved additional military aid to Ukraine worth up to $675 million.

Crowdfunding has gained popularity, making it important to understand how it's connected to taxes and the IRS.

LGBT+ Conservatives unveil politics-themed condoms to promote sexual health at Birmingham gathering.

The state of Michigan offers the MiABLE Account, but there are several things to know when signing up for one. Here’s part two of our ABLE account coverage.

’s that time of the year again when the kiddos are sent a list of items they will need for the upcoming school year. Between backpacks, folders, notebooks, calculators, and more, things can really add up quickly. We spoke to Desiree Atkins with Forman Mills, about ways to save big on back-to-school shopping.

Back in 2014, the federal government realized that for people with disabilities, life is very expensive. In order to help people with disabilities, the government established Able Accounts.

He was overcharged for train tickets he bought in 1999 and had been fighting to get the money back.

We’re wrapping up our Medicare coverage this week by discussing the Medicare Donut Hole -- a cute name for something you probably won’t like.

Monday is National Dollar Day, an occasion dedicated to celebrating the dollar bill that as of 2019 had 12.4 billion in circulation across the United States.

More than 18 million people in the last year were scammed using apps, like Zelle or Cash App, to send money virtually.

Planes are full, flights are delayed, and sometimes, airlines will offer compensation for your seat -- but did you know that you can negotiate?

The massive Mega Millions jackpot is growing more massive after no winning ticket was sold for Tuesday night’s drawing.

We’re sharing some important dates to know about if you’re signing up for Medicare or changing your plan.

Officials say that a former claims manager for the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency has been sentenced in a COVID-19 fraud scheme.

If you’re in the market for a used car and have been shopping around online, it’s important to know which ads are legitimate, and which are scams.

There’s at least one more chance to win the massive Mega Millions jackpot.

If you’re signing up for Medicare soon, it’s important to know how to pay for the things that the original Medicare plan does not pay for, like co-pays, co-insurance and deductibles.

Mississippi's top legal official has no plan to prosecute​ Carolyn Bryant Donham, whose accusation set off the lynching of Black teenager Emmett Till nearly 70 years ago, an aide said Friday.

If you haven’t purchased your Mega Millions ticket yet, now’s the time! You could be walking away with the $480 million Mega Millions jackpot after Friday night’s drawing.

The Knot collected data from couples across the U.S. to determine the average cost of a wedding per state in 2021. Here’s what they found.

What do you do if you don’t have health insurance or your health insurer refuses to pay for treatment?

If you’re signing up for Medicare soon, it’s important to know how to pay for the things that the original Medicare plan does not pay for, like co-pays, co-insurance and deductibles.

If you’ve filed for or receive unemployment benefits in Michigan, officials are warning about a phishing scam targeting filers through text messages.

Federal student loans serviced by FedLoan are being transferred in stages to several other services.

We’re taking a special look at to the elements of Medicare and what you need to know before signing up.

We’re taking a special look at to the elements of Medicare and what you need to know before signing up. In this segment, we’re covering Medicare Advantage -- a more expensive health care option.

The average U.S. price of regular-grade gasoline fell by 4 cents in the past two weeks to $5.05 per gallon.

We asked our viewers what they've been spending money on during the pandemic -- here's what they said.

With huge delays and several cancelations at U.S. airports every single day, getting travel insurance is more important now than ever before.

Worthy Farm will welcome more than 200,000 festival-goers, but some are now nervous about the trip.

There’s renewed talk of a federal gas tax holiday as gas prices remain near record high prices across the country.

It’s crazy to say, but gas prices falling below five dollars a gallon would be very helpful to drivers out there, and that could be on the way, according to one gas analyst.

Though more costly energy bills are almost inevitable during the summer months, there are still ways to keep those costs down some, experts say.

Four months after Russia invaded Ukraine, the economy still works but it lacks some of its parts.

Though often left out of the conversation, renters have been experiencing the same housing woes: Few options, extreme prices and limited timelines.

Though often left out of the conversation, renters have been experiencing the same housing woes: Few options, extreme prices and limited timelines.

For the next few weeks, we’re going to discuss the elements of Medicare and what you need to know before signing up.

Shopping for a new or used car over the last couple of years, has become a more challenging endeavor, thanks to issues from the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.

For the next few weeks, we’re going to discuss the elements of Medicare and what you need to know before signing up.

Poll results released Tuesday by the Detroit Regional Chamber of Commerce reveal that Michigan voters across political parties feel like the country is headed in the wrong direction.

For those of you who are signing up for Medicare this year, it's important to know that the sign-up process is complicated, especially this year.

Michigan is launching a $1.5 million college giveaway for students under the age of five.

We want to hear from you: What did you spend money on during the pandemic? What were your best and worst purchases?

All Meijer stores had debit and credit card payment problems this past weekend.

The biggest issue with marriages is money -- or the lack thereof.

Many people are canceling the trips they had planned for Memorial Day weekend this year due to record-setting gas prices plaguing Michigan and the rest of the U.S.

Suze Orman has never shared a bank account with her partner of over 20 years. The financial expert recommends couples follow three steps to managing money.

Michigan officials say that more than $3 billion in auto insurance refunds have been distributed to insured drivers as of Wednesday, just over a week since the deadline to issue such refunds passed.

Money named the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor the “Best College in America” based on value for 2022.

If you’re drowning in student loan debt, you’re not alone: 43 million people in the U.S. have student loan debt. Here are some ways you can tackle that debt.

As inflation rises and costs us more pretty much everywhere, we’ve been looking for ways to save in our series of “Make Ends Meet” stories.

The residential real estate market in Metro Detroit and across the U.S. is more competitive than it’s been in years.

President Joe Biden is holding a news conference Tuesday morning to discuss how the government is working to battle inflation.

It’s never too early to start teaching your children about money and how it is used every day.

Alex Lowndes' gym faced prosecution for opening in lockdown but the case was thrown out of court.

A major donor was listed as a director of a firm secretly owned by a Russian oligarch close to Putin.

John Lansdown is the only seafarer out of the 800 sacked at short notice to take P&O to a tribunal.

Setting up your first budget may seem daunting, but it's actually really simple! Here are a few quick tips to help college students set up their first budget.

Wally Adeyemo, a top US politician, says the West is committed to issuing more sanctions on Russia.

A Texas woman’s TikTok video of her busting a credit card skimmer at a 7-Eleven has gone viral. NBC News’ Morgan Chesky meets with the woman to discuss how she was able to detect the scam.

Thousands of Russian and Ukrainian tourists are stuck in Phuket, unable to go home.

But central bank officials say economy has changed since high-inflation days of the 1970s.

Matt Damon, Tom Brady, Paris Hilton and other celebs are peddling NFTs and cryptocurrency. Of course they are.

“Since the bill was signed into law, this money was going to be spent regardless. If there’s federal money on the table she is, of course, going to do everything she can to make sure it is reinvested in Iowa,” Seid said in a statement. “That’s why she worked with a bipartisan group of her colleagues in asking the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to prioritize NESP construction along the Upper Mississippi River.”

South African anti-apartheid icon Archbishop Desmond Tutu, described as the country's moral compass, has died at the age of 90, sparking an outpouring of tributes for the outspoken Nobel Peace Prize winner.

New restrictions are affecting the hospitality sector on what should be one of its busiest times.

Suze Orman has never shared a bank account with her partner of around 20 years. The financial expert recommends all couples follow this formula to pay bills.

Most HSA owners don't invest their savings. That could short-change them over the long term.

Bond traders aren’t panicking about higher yields, which should bring some comfort to stock investors.

MiamiCoin has generated roughly $7 million for the city since its August launch, and Mayor Francis Suarez said cryptocurrency contributions could one day replace city taxes.

The image of two-year-old Chloe Clem making a disapproving face was auctioned in cryptocurrency.

The show was originally pitched as a competition series but will now become a documentary.

The sign dedicated to the 14-year-old appears to have been hit by a car and removed.

Lebanon’s government has agreed to pay tens of thousands of poor families cash assistance in U.S. dollars from a World Bank loan as the country’s economic crisis deepens

Floyd Mayweather is the proud owner of a mansion in Miami Beach, after throwing down serious coin last week.

After sleeping on the night bus with her daughter, Jo was forced to borrow money.

Officials warn that the severity of natural disasters is outpacing efforts to prevent their damage.

Dancer Yami "Rowdy" Lofvenberg was labelled "stupid" at school. Now she has returned to education - as a lecturer.

Sioban Moore escaped disaster by a whisker after receiving a fake email inviting her for a jab.

Keep in mind that items you no longer wear can often be used by someone else.

The seizure is the largest of its kind in the UK - beating the previous record set just weeks ago.

Ben Moore says he was "sceptical" about the offer but messages on Twitter looked "so genuine".

The supermarket giant says its customers increasingly go online for their entertainment.

People underestimate how much their ideal retirement will cost, according to author Dan Ariely, a professor at Duke University. Here's how much you'll need.

While the money could offer relief to families, some parents may want to opt out.

Flood of federal dollars and new D.C. zoning plan could be game-changers for affordable housing.

Thousands of small businesses are still waiting for Covid-related insurance payouts.

Whether you're setting aside cash for retirement or are simply trying to grow your wealth, you should be in control of your finances.

As the number of Americans investing in cryptocurrency has increased, so too have the scams. The Federal Trade Commission released new data showing cryptocurrency-related investment scams have skyrocketed.

If your bank balance is looking anything but healthy right now, this might help.

Pub and cafe owners in Bolton are apprehensive about reopening amid a rise in the Indian variant.

Beam aimed to let users earn higher interest rates on their money by engaging with its mobile savings app. Beam — the mobile savings app that imploded last year after a CNBC investigation revealed dozens of customers were unable to get their money out — has been shut down for good under a tentative settlement with the Federal Trade Commission. As part of the settlement, Beam is banned from operating a mobile banking app or any other product or service that can be used to deposit, store, or withdraw funds. Under the settlement, neither Beam nor Du admit wrongdoing. Beam, which launched in 2019, billed itself as "the first mobile high-interest savings account for the 99%."

School districts that were planning to spend some of their pandemic relief money on COVID testing got another financial boost Wednesday, as federal health officials announced they would provide $10 billion to states and some cities specifically for COVID testing in schools. By one estimate, around one in five students attend school districts that are still fully virtual. Some also see COVID testing as a key strategy for not just reopening buildings, but encouraging hesitant families to send their children into them. “My sense is that communities are going to need that level of reassurance.”In Baltimore, Superintendent Sonja Brookins Santelises said the district’s pilot COVID testing program allowed officials to show families the low incidence rate of COVID in schools. They include New York City ($251 million), Los Angeles County ($302 million), Chicago ($81 million), Houston ($70 million), and Philadelphia ($48 million).

President Joe Biden's Covid relief plan is making its way through Congress. The $1.9 trillion bill includes money for a myriad of programs, including enhanced unemployment benefits, vaccination efforts and $1,400 stimulus checks. Funding new relief spending involves an interesting way of borrowing and figuratively printing money, according to Sahil Bloom, a financial educator and vice president at Altamont Capital Partners. Bloom said the government can create money without actually printing physical currency. Check out this video to see who actually "clicks the button" and to learn how the process can backfire.

“I don’t think they got their money’s worth. I think most of our statistics, particularly those related to crime show that doling out overtime like drunken sailors didn’t make our city safer. As we’ve seen twofold increases in carjackings, violent crime ... significantly higher than the year previous and in some cases the highest it’s been in five years, all that extra money was spent with nothing to show for it,” Lopez said.

There are so many ways to earn, manage and invest your money that it really takes some preparation to get it right. Here is a list of some great free resources to learn more about managing your money. Government ResourcesSeveral government agencies offer free learning resources for new investors. Here are some of my favorite resources:The IRS' Interactive Tax Assistant program offers a plethora of answers to common tax issues and questions. The Social Security Administration also offers excellent resources for mapping out any benefits for which you might qualify - how much you can anticipate to receive in Social Security or SSDI benefits; Medicare; and more.

What is the GSA, and what role does it play in the transition?

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