Morgan Ritchson

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Tensions Surge Around Strait Of Hormuz

The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway off Iran and Oman, sits at the heart of rising friction…

Investors Eye Silver Amid Inflation Fears

With consumer prices top of mind for households and markets, investors are again looking to silver as a…

Celebrity Weddings Contrast With Budget Reality

As chatter swirls about a high-profile ceremony for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, a quieter story is unfolding…

Education Department Finalizes FAFSA Simplification

The Department of Education says it has completed major changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid,…

Housing Affordability Faces Fresh Pressure Ahead

High price tags, scarce listings, and sticky inflation are setting the stage for another tough stretch for homebuyers…

Mortgage Rates Edge Higher To 6.43%

Mortgage rates ticked up again, reaching 6.43%, a level that keeps monthly payments high and budgets tight for…

Markets Weigh Fed Shift, Rising Leverage

Stocks entered the week with questions piling up. A veteran market strategist offered a market health check, while…

Heirs Face Pitfalls In Property Transfers

As property values climb and families spread across states, advisers warn that passing down homes is getting harder,…

Trump Orders Probe Into Big Oil

President Donald Trump has ordered a federal investigation into major oil companies, accusing them of driving up prices…

Stocks Rise As Chips Rebound

U.S. stocks started the week on a firmer note as major indexes climbed, powered by a rebound in…

Credit Card Perks Shift As Fees Rise

Credit card perks are changing fast as banks chase new customers and try to hold on to existing…

Stocks Rally As Oil Falls After Iran Reprieve

U.S. stocks roared back Thursday as investors welcomed a sudden cooling of Middle East tensions, sending major indexes…

Trump Pitches Tax Plan Promising Bigger Refunds

Former President Donald Trump said taxpayers could see refunds exceed 20% this year under a plan he called…

Nvidia Plans First Bond Sale Since 2021

Nvidia is preparing a debt offering for the first time in years, a move that signals fresh funding…

Five Cities Retirees Should Watch In 2026

A new analysis points 2026 retirees to five cities where everyday costs, home prices, and senior services help…