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An Airbnb, Vrbo or other rental host ghosted you. Now what? 09/14/2023 08:53am • Lauren Gumport was en route to a vacation on the island of Chios, Greece, in July, where she was set to stay in an Airbnb for five nights with her best friend. But upon her arrival in Athens to connect to her flight to Chios, she received a WhatsApp message from someone stating that their dad owned On the road again: Commuting makes a comeback as employers try to put pandemic in the rearview 09/14/2023 12:17am • ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — If you think U.S. roads have gotten busier on your morning commute, you're not alone. The rate of workers driving to their jobs creeped upwards nationwide last year, as did those who carpool to work by car, truck or van. The mean commuting time jumped by almost a minute in High gas prices push up inflation, but prices overall are slowly moving in the right direction 09/13/2023 12:01pm • WASHINGTON (AP) — Inflation jumped last month largely because of a spike in gas prices but other costs rose more slowly, suggesting price pressures are easing at a gradual pace. In a set of conflicting data released Wednesday, the Labor Department said the consumer price index rose 3.7% in August What to know about renters insurance and what it does and doesn't cover 09/13/2023 11:37am • NEW YORK (AP) — When the unexpected happens — whether fire, hail, or human error — renters insurance can provide much-needed stability. But many choose not to purchase coverage, including in places most frequently and hardest hit by natural disasters, new research shows. Linda Klamm, who works Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage Before You Retire? 09/10/2023 08:00pm • Some 44% of homeowners ages 60 to 70 carry a mortgage with them into retirement, according to mortgage banker American Financing. Is that a smart financial move? The decision of whether to pay off your mortgage before retirement should hinge on how much you've saved for retirement, your cash flow an How to bring down the price of expensive car insurance 09/09/2023 06:24am • You may have recently noticed the steep cost of car insurance policies. Experts blame it on inflation, supply shortages and expensive auto repairs. But AAA says you can save money by enrolling in a telematics program through your insurance company. Telematics programs offer insurance companies Pets are our faithful companions, but the costs to care for them can add up 09/07/2023 07:23am • NEW YORK (AP) — Pets provide joy and companionship, but costs can add up quickly, especially if you're a first-time owner and don't know what to expect. Many prospective dog or cat owners only focus on the positive aspects of bringing a furry friend into their lives. And there are countless rea Information theft is on the rise. People are particularly vulnerable after natural disasters 09/05/2023 11:19am • NEW YORK (AP) — Information theft is on the rise. Over 1.1 million people in the U.S. alone reported the crime to the Federal Trade Commission in 2022. When a thief opens accounts in your name or otherwise uses your data, you might feel powerless. But there are steps you can take to prevent the wo FBI searches for growing number of Jan. 6 fugitives 09/04/2023 11:44am • For one of the biggest moments of his life, Eric Bochene wore a faded white t-shirt and sat in an empty, green-walled conference room, straining to hear the volume from the computer. He grimaced as the virtual conference technology glitched. And he frequently voiced his frustration with his situatio Sandwich generation feels financial squeeze in caring for parents, kids 08/31/2023 08:00pm • After Michelle Creeden's father was diagnosed with a quickly progressing form of dementia, he moved in with her and her son. Related: Sign up for stock news with our Invested newsletter. "I have a seemingly endless amount of student loans, but my son and I made it safely through the pandemic, Squeezing in one last summer trip over Labor Day weekend? Expect crowded airports and full flights 08/31/2023 04:22pm • DALLAS (AP) — By some measures, air travelers have enjoyed a less stressful summer than last year, but canceled flights remain elevated as airlines face their last big test of the prime vacation season: Labor Day weekend. The Federal Aviation Administration predicts that this will be the third If you own this type of car, 'you better check your driveway': New list reveals most stolen vehicles 08/31/2023 11:11am • “If you own a Hellcat, you better check your driveway,” said Highway Loss Data Institute Senior Vice President Matt Moore. “These numbers are unbelievable.” A new report released Thursday by the Highway Loss Data Institute found that two Dodge "muscle cars" — the Dodge Charger SRT Hell Russia's ruble has tumbled. What does it mean for the wartime economy? 08/31/2023 10:47am • Russia's ruble has fallen a long way in recent months, and the country’s central bank has stepped in to try to halt the slide. Until now, the government stood aside as the declining ruble helped its budget. But a weaker currency also poses the threat of higher prices for everyday people in Russia Hollywood's working class turns to nonprofit funds to make ends meet during the strike 08/30/2023 03:40pm • NEW YORK (AP) — Shawn Batey was sweating in the August sun on the 100th day of the writers strike, carrying her “IATSE Solidarity” sign on the picket line outside Netflix's New York offices, but she was glad to be there. A props assistant and documentary filmmaker, Batey is a member of the Honk!: DC area ranks high for confrontational drivers 08/30/2023 09:42am • The legendary commuting congestion around D.C. does more than just make people late — it's prompting road rage and fueling some of the country's angriest drivers. A new national study by Forbes Advisor ranks Virginia No. 4 for having the most confrontational drivers — West Virginia's drivers