Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae backing bigger home loans in 2025

The loan amount limits for mortgages backed by Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae will rise by 5.2% next year to over $800,000, the Federal Housing Finance Agency announced.

Food recalls ahead of Thanksgiving: 3 you should know about

The FDA and USDA announced three recent recalls on food items that have been potentially contaminated with E. coli and listeria as Thanksgiving approaches.

Here's what the housing market will look like in 2025

Mortgage rates will play a big role in shaping next year's housing market, according to a new report.

Tortilla strips in 22 states recalled over undeclared allergen: FDA

Fresh Gourmet Tortilla Strips Santa Fe Style have been recalled for an undeclared allergen in the package. Here's what to know.

Ground beef recalled due to possible E. Coli contamination

More than 165,000 pounds of ground beef products that were shipped nationwide have been recalled due to possible E. Coli contamination.

BJ's Wholesale to hike membership fees for first time in 7 years

The cost of a BJ’s Wholesale Club membership will get pricier in January, when the company plans to raise its standard and Club+ memberships.

Another cinnamon brand recalled over 'elevated levels' of lead

Another brand of cinnamon has been voluntarily recalled. It’s at least the fourth FDA-issued alert linked to lead levels in cinnamon since March.

Competition for homes is easing the fastest for buyers in these markets

New construction and recovering U.S. inventory are helping to tilt more markets in favor of buyers in the South, as well as a few other areas, according to Zillow.

Tom's of Maine toothpaste made with bacteria-contaminated water, FDA says

Federal officials discovered "significant violations" at Tom's of Maine's manufacturing facility, including using water contaminated with bacteria to produce some of its toothpaste.

Trump stimulus checks: Will they be issued? Could you receive one?

Viral social media stories and posts that claim taxpayers in some states will receive a $2,000 (or more) government stimulus check as the holiday season begins are again making the rounds online.

Grimmway Farms carrot recall: Full list of impacted brands, products

A multi-state E. coli outbreak, which includes infections in New York and New Jersey, has been linked to multiple brands of recalled organic whole carrots and baby carrots in the U.S.

Grimmway Farms carrot recall: See list of impacted products

A multi-state E. coli outbreak has been linked to recalled organic whole carrots and baby carrots sold under several brands like Trader Joe’s, 365 and more.

Cash App settlement: Deadline to claim up to $2,500 is Monday

Those who have used Cash App to transfer money in the last six years may be eligible for up to $2,500 as part of a class-action settlement.

Baby carrots contaminated with E. coli recalled; 1 killed, dozens sickened

An E. coli outbreak that has sickened 39 people and caused one death is tied to organic baby carrots sold under multiple brand names – including Trader Joe’s, 365 and more.

How much it costs to host Thanksgiving in 2024

Inflation and rising food costs are prompting some hosts to alter their plans, cut back on certain expenses or even reconsider hosting next year, according to a new survey.