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Rokita said more than $62 million was returned to Indiana residents last year.

Indiana residents can check for unclaimed money, property

Updated: Feb. 13, 2023 at 11:20 AM EST

By Dustin Vogt

AG Todd Rokita said more than $62 million was returned to Indiana residents last year.

Consumer

How to save money during 40-year high inflation

With inflation continuing to grow, will a recession follow?

Updated: Oct. 14, 2022 at 10:33 PM EDT

By David Ochoa

The federal reserve has tried raising interest rates to stop inflation. But are their methods working?

Consumer

Home buyers in Duluth are struggling to get sellers to accept their offers in a booming housing...

Applications for Louisville Metro down payment assistance now available

Updated: Jul. 18, 2022 at 3:40 PM EDT

By Dustin Vogt

Applications for the program reopened on July 18 for the purchase of an existing or newly constructed home, according to Louisville Metro Government.

Make Ends Meet

Low-income Americans are finding it harder than ever before to keep up with the rising cost of...

Make Ends Meet: When rent prices rise faster than wages

Updated: Jul. 1, 2022 at 9:08 PM EDT

By Dawne Gee

Low-income Americans are finding it harder than ever before to keep up with the rising cost of rental prices and new home ownership.

Make Ends Meet

A good chunk of money that college graduates are going to start making may be going to student...

Make Ends Meet: Taking a holistic approach to finances

Updated: Jun. 10, 2022 at 7:33 PM EDT

By Dawne Gee

Jill Gonzalez, an analyst for WalletHub, stressed if we have learned anything over the past two years from the pandemic, it is to look at the big picture, especially when it comes to our finances.

Make Ends Meet

For some families, the weight of debt is heavy financially, physically, and mentally.

Make Ends Meet: Don’t let debt stress you out

Updated: Jun. 3, 2022 at 5:58 PM EDT

By Dawne Gee

Most Americans carry debt. For some families, the weight of that debt is heavy financially, physically, and mentally.

Consumer

Food readied for sorting at the Dare to Care Food Bank warehouse

Inflation squeezing food banks and pantries

Updated: May. 13, 2022 at 6:19 PM EDT

By Mark Stevens

Dare to Care CEO Vincent James said the whole operation is getting more expensive.

Make Ends Meet

The deadline to file federal tax returns is Monday, April 18.

Make Ends Meet: Protection from tax identity fraud

Updated: Apr. 15, 2022 at 8:56 PM EDT

By Dawne Gee

The number of identities stolen escalates every year, along with the money and the peace of mind also stolen from its victims.

News

How to capitalize on federal student debt pause

Updated: Apr. 8, 2022 at 6:00 PM EDT

By Josh Ninke

Federal student loan debt impacts millions across the country, and plenty in the Louisville area too.

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According to an early 2022 survey done by personal finance technology company MoneyGeek, 40...

Make Ends Meet: Thoughts of holiday debt still linger in spring

Updated: Apr. 4, 2022 at 7:12 PM EDT

By Dawne Gee

According to an early 2022 survey done by personal finance technology company MoneyGeek, 40 percent of Americans still have not paid off their 2021 holiday debt.

Radar

Consumer

National gas prices hit record highs; local prices not far behind

Updated: Mar. 8, 2022 at 4:41 PM EST

By David Mattingly

The price of gas is still going up so fast that consumers are finding it hard to adjust.

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Make Ends Meet: State of Retirement

Updated: Mar. 4, 2022 at 9:18 PM EST

By Dawne Gee

Employees in the workforce were already having trouble making ends meet before they left the workforce, which left many who retired with too much debt and not enough savings.

Make Ends Meet

Make Ends Meet: Keeping an eye on credit card debt

Updated: Feb. 16, 2022 at 9:42 PM EST

By Dawne Gee

One trap you don’t want to fall into if you are trying your best to make ends meet is whipping out your credit card to pay for something you may want or need.

Louisville Metro

Louisville to pay some residents $500 a month through guaranteed income program

Updated: Feb. 11, 2022 at 8:32 PM EST

By Tori Gessner

Louisville is the latest city to launch its own guaranteed income program where the government issues some residents a monthly payment in hopes of bringing them out of poverty.

Your Money

How to appeal vehicle property taxes

Updated: Feb. 2, 2022 at 2:12 PM EST

By Phylicia Ashley

Owners are encouraged to appeal if their vehicle has a higher annual mileage, mechanical or body damage.

Consumer

Low temperatures, cost of gas lead to higher LG&E bills

Updated: Jan. 31, 2022 at 11:29 PM EST

By Olivia Russell

People have reported drastically higher LG&E bills this winter.

Your Money

Louisville Metro offering free help for filing taxes

Updated: Jan. 24, 2022 at 3:53 PM EST

By Maira Ansari

Starting January 24, the IRS will begin accepting individual income tax returns.

Your Money

Here is what you will likely pay more for in 2022

Updated: Jan. 1, 2022 at 9:32 AM EST

By Maira Ansari

Economic experts say that with high pent-up demand, many of those costs will likely stick around in 2022.

Consumer

PPP Loan Scams: 900 open criminal investigations, 100 arrested so far

Updated: Dec. 23, 2021 at 5:07 PM EST

By Phylicia Ashley

Businesses walked away with billions in funding, however, some of those businesses are not real.

Consumer

‘Everything is too high’: Shoppers fed up with high prices everywhere

Updated: Dec. 22, 2021 at 5:42 PM EST

By Phylicia Ashley

Inflation is currently at one of its highest rates since June 1982.

Your Money

Parents worry as monthly child tax credit payments could come to an end

Updated: Dec. 20, 2021 at 6:56 PM EST

By Mark Stevens

Monthly payments will not continue unless Congress extends the law.

Consumer

How to shop smart for the holidays despite supply disruptions and shipping delays

Updated: Nov. 15, 2021 at 9:15 PM EST

By Dawne Gee

The COVID-19 pandemic may once again hamper your holiday cheer.

Money

Make Ends Meet: Financial tips for veterans ahead of Veterans Day

Updated: Nov. 10, 2021 at 4:38 PM EST

By Maira Ansari

As we recognize our nation’s military this Veterans Day, the reality is that many veterans are struggling to make ends meet.

News

Cybersecurity Awareness Month: how to protect yourself from an attack

Updated: Oct. 23, 2021 at 11:59 AM EDT

By Phylicia Ashley

”Hackers are taking advantage of businesses, universities, and the economy.”

Your Money

UPS raising wages for package handlers to $21 per hour

Updated: Aug. 25, 2021 at 11:18 PM EDT

By Dustin Weekley

UPS announced a raise in the hourly wage to $21 per hour for nightside workers and $20 per hour for dayside workers.

Consumer

Amazon Prime Day starting soon with more competition on deals

Updated: Jun. 19, 2021 at 9:44 AM EDT

By Maira Ansari

This weekend might be a good time to find a deal with Amazon, with major big box retail stores trying to one-up each other on summer sales events.

Your Money

Memorial Day weekend offers great deals ahead of summer

Updated: May. 29, 2021 at 7:30 AM EDT

By Maira Ansari

It’s the unofficial start of summer and many businesses are celebrating with sales.

Indiana

Indiana union calls governor’s unemployment decision ‘cruel’

Updated: May. 23, 2021 at 10:54 AM EDT

By The Associated Press

Indiana AFL-CIO President Brett Voorhies said Holcomb was “trying to coerce Hoosiers into low-paying jobs.”

Consumer

April existing home sales drop, marking three straight months of declines

Updated: May. 22, 2021 at 9:54 AM EDT

By Maira Ansari

Home sales have fallen for the third straight month this year as home prices continue to rise at a record pace.

News

Kings Island is hiring for summer positions

Updated: Mar. 26, 2021 at 2:00 PM EDT

By Liz Adelberg

Kings Island is hiring for summer positions at the Mason, Ohio park.

Make Ends Meet

Make Ends Meet: Save now for later

Updated: Mar. 17, 2021 at 7:46 PM EDT

By Dawne Gee

With many of us getting a stimulus check soon, now might be the perfect time to assess your monetary health.

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Food banks, grocers praise extension of federal pandemic benefit

Updated: Mar. 17, 2021 at 6:19 PM EDT

By Mike Fussell

One part of the recently passed American Rescue Plan will help some families with their grocery bill.

Crime

Scam artists ‘spoofing’ Kentucky law enforcement phone numbers, posing as officials

Updated: Mar. 17, 2021 at 12:31 AM EDT

By Stephen Goin

Scam artists are using Kentucky law enforcement phone numbers to solicit payouts from unsuspecting residents.

Consumer

Looking for a house? Put in a good offer fast

Updated: Feb. 21, 2021 at 9:49 AM EST

By Maira Ansari

It’s a seller’s market in the real estate industry and any would-be home buyer out there needs to act fast.

Consumer

How the presidential election will impact your wallet

Updated: Oct. 27, 2020 at 6:30 PM EDT

By Maira Ansari

Social Security and taxes are big topics ahead of the election.

State

Beshear: Kentucky to seek extra unemployment payments

Updated: Aug. 19, 2020 at 8:09 PM EDT

By The Associated Press

Kentucky will seek to provide an extra $400 per week in short-term supplemental aid for its unemployed workers under a White House offer, Gov. Andy Beshear said Wednesday.

State

Kentucky extends contract for help processing jobless claims

Updated: Jul. 24, 2020 at 10:16 PM EDT

The contract with Ernst & Young will be prolonged by another five weeks at a cost of $4.4 million, the governor announced.

Louisville Metro

Rental assistance available for Jefferson Co. residents concerned about evictions

Updated: Jul. 24, 2020 at 12:30 AM EDT

By Faith King

Cathy Hinko, executive director of the Metropolitan Housing Coalition, is encouraging tenants and landlords to educate themselves.

Your Money

What to do if you entered the coronavirus outbreak with credit card debt

Updated: Apr. 6, 2020 at 11:21 AM EDT

By Lauren Jones

The coronavirus pandemic is forcing millions of Americans to find a way to make ends meet as unemployment hits an all-time high.

Your Money

Tips for shopping safely online on Cyber Monday

Updated: Dec. 2, 2019 at 2:03 PM EST

By Lauren Jones

Before you log on and start putting things in your cart, it’s important to keep your information safe.

Your Money

Being grateful can help you improve your finances

Updated: Nov. 17, 2019 at 10:39 AM EST

By Maira Ansari

Gratitude may be one the most overlooked tools when it comes to personal improvement.

Your Money

Tips to save money on holiday travel

Updated: Oct. 15, 2019 at 8:06 PM EDT

By Lauren Jones

If you’re heading out of town for Fall break or gearing up for the holidays, it’s no secret traveling is expensive. There are some quick tips to keep in mind that will hopefully save you a bit of money.

Tax changes for 2018 that homeowners need to know about

Updated: Jan. 21, 2019 at 8:05 AM EST

By Liz Adelberg

Tax season is just around the corner. This Angie’s List report offers advice to help decode the tax changes that will impact homeowners in 2018.

Consumer

Angie’s List: Home improvement assessment that you need to do for the new year

Updated: Jan. 2, 2019 at 3:13 PM EST

By Liz Adelberg

As many of us resolve to make improvements this year, it’s a good time to take an inventory of the things around your home that will need work in 2019.

Consumer

Get your home ready for winter with these tips from Angie’s List

Updated: Nov. 27, 2018 at 10:00 AM EST

By Liz Adelberg

Take these steps to get your home ready for the cold winter months