prices

Carnivore's Dilemma: Meat Can Be Murder (on the CPI)

Danielle Kurtzleben — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 15:05:00 EST

Growing global demand for meat, and the grains it requires, may be pulling food prices higher.

Housing Market Improves, but Growth Years Away

David Francis — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:30:00 EST

Prices are stabilizing, but not going up.

How to Prepare for a Deflationary World

Philip Moeller — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:56:00 EST

Falling prices not widely forecast, but weak growth and government budget cuts have raised the odds.

Consumer Prices Fall for First Time in Four Months

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 18:00:00 EST

Federal Reserve has more room to ease monetary policy

Obama's Inflation: High Prices at His Supermarket

Paul Bedard — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 11:25:00 EST

The first family is getting nicked by rising inflation in their weekly grocery bill just like the rest of us.

Should You Worry About Stagflation?

Ben Baden — Thu, 05 May 2011 00:00:00 EST

Inflation hawks say if the United States continues its current path, stagflation could return.

What Home Inspectors Don't Notice

Kimberly Palmer — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 00:00:00 EST

Buyers face big expenses when they don’t discover these common problems before they move in.

Why Car Shoppers Should Wait 6 Months to Buy

Rick Newman — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 09:31:00 EST

For the next few months, car buyers are likely to find higher prices and shrunken selection.

Why Seniors Should Embrace Higher Oil Prices

Philip Moeller — Fri, 22 Apr 2011 09:17:00 EST

After no Social Security COLA for two years, conditions are right for repeat of 2008’s big boost.

One Sign the Housing Bust Could End Soon

Rick Newman — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 09:58:00 EST

Rents are surging, which eventually could turn tenants into homeowners.

4 Reasons Rising Prices Are Good News

Rick Newman — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 14:53:00 EST

Modest inflation means the economy is growing, with improving prospects for hiring and raises.

Why the Housing Bottom Might Be Here

Rick Newman — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 10:27:00 EST

It might be time for reluctant buyers to tiptoe off the sidelines.

Why $4 Gas Will Cause Less Pain This Time

Rick Newman — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 09:54:00 EST

Some drivers have changed their habits, but new government rules have helped, too.

How Rising Mortgage Rates Could Boost Home Sales

Rick Newman — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 11:11:00 EST

Some buyers may finally decide that it’s time to move.

Size Up Your Estate and Do Some Tax Planning

Kimberly Palmer — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 00:00:00 EST

Next year, the government again gets a big bite.

7 Costs to Eliminate Before You Retire

Emily Brandon — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 00:00:00 EST

Get rid of these expenses before you exit the workforce.

China's Rate Hike: Winners and Losers

Rob Silverblatt — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 00:00:00 EST

Who stands to benefit from higher rates?

5 Major Money Issues for Seniors in 2011

Philip Moeller — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 16:43:00 EST

Social Security, Medicare, and tax rate changes loom as major factors in 2011 income and spending plans.

Where to Buy a Retirement Home for Under $600 a Month

Luke Mullins — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 10:22:00 EST

The crash has created some nice deals for folks looking for a new place to spend their golden years.

Where to Buy A Retirement Home for Under $600 a Month

Luke Mullins — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 13:03:36 EST

How to Get a Government-Backed, Zero-Down-Payment Mortgage

Luke Mullins — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 EST

Uncle Sam is offering 100 percent home financing to eligible borrowers through two federal agencies.

Why It's Harder to Be a Clueless Consumer

Rick Newman — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 15:27:00 EST

New letter grades for cars would continue a helpful trend.

Home Prices Improve, But May Soon Begin Sliding

Luke Mullins — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 EST

Real estate values in 20 major U.S. cities increased 1.3 percent in May from the previous month.

Home Sales Rebound From Record-Low Levels

Luke Mullins — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 00:00:00 EST

New home sales increased 24 percent in June from the previous month, but economists remain cautious.

4 Reasons To Fear Deflation

Rick Newman — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 10:56:00 EST

Falling prices can do much more damage than rising ones.