More than half of renters say they’ll never be able to own a home and gas prices are now cheaper than this time last year. Could they fall below $3 a gallon in the months ahead?

I sold my late mother’s home for $250,000. I make $80,000 and have $220,000 in student debt. I want to buy a house. Should I use all my inheritance for a down payment?

‘I plan on maxing out contributions to my employer-matching Roth IRA, but I am unsure where to put the remainder until I find a home to purchase.’ Read More

Celine Dion says ‘stiff-person syndrome’ is halting her tour — what is it, and what are its symptoms?

Singer Celine Dion finally has a name for her painful spasms: stiff-person syndrome, a rare neurological disorder with some features of autoimmune disease. Read More

Unpredictable pay — for gig workers and high-income workers alike — is linked to health problems

New research published by American Psychological Association found a correlation between health problems and fluctuating incomes. Read More

More than half of renters say they’ll never be able to own a home

54% of respondents to a Credit Karma survey said they didn’t believe they could ever afford homeownership. Read More

The sharp-looking 2023 Kia Forte is a solid choice for budget-minded buyers

The compact sedan doesn’t redefine its class or push any boundaries, but it can be cheap to buy and run while adding a bit of driveway appeal with its styling. Read More

If you’re a stay-at-home spouse, here’s why you should build your credit

Spouses share a lot, but your credit score belongs to you alone. There are good reasons why stay-at-home spouses should build credit. Read More

Here are the hottest housing markets for 2023 — and the No. 1 affordable metro area for renters

‘Many of these areas flew under the radar in the pandemic frenzy,’ Realtor.com chief economist Danielle Hale said. Read More