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Lower mortgage rates may tempt home buyers. But these fast-rising phantom costs could sneak up on them.

Mortgage rates are down to a nearly three-month low. But if you’re thinking of buying a home, beware of these hidden costs.

MarketWatch - Feb. 21

Oil prices end lower, erasing weekly gains

“A number of decisions are pending … that could drive the oil price in one direction or the other,” one analyst noted.

MarketWatch - Feb. 21

Agriculture secretary outlines plan to lower egg prices

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Brooke Rollins outlined a “five pronged strategy” to lower the cost of eggs in a Wednesday Wall Street Journal op-ed citing the avian flu as an ...

The Hill - 2d

Is Russia Open for Business — and at What Cost?

Investors seem open to the prospect of peace talks, but Western companies face a dilemma just three years after many retreated from the country.

The New York Times - Feb. 19

Here's what a $70,000 HELOC costs monthly in 2025

Wondering what a $70,000 HELOC might cost you? Find out what your monthly payment could be.

CBS News - Feb. 21

Here's what a $150,000 HELOC will cost monthly in 2025

Payments on a $150,000 HELOC could rise or fall if opened this year. Here's what to consider right now.

CBS News - 4d

How much does tax relief cost (and is it worth it)?

If you owe money to the IRS, tax relief could be worth considering, but there are extra costs that come with it.

CBS News - 2d

The human cost of suspending $43bn of US aid

The suspension of billions in US funding has brought the fight against Aids screeching to a halt

Financial Times - 1d

Fake injuries could cost teams timeout, penalty

College football players going down with injuries after the ball is spotted could cost the team a timeout or penalty.

ESPN - 7h

Apple Unveils Lower-Priced iPhone 16e With A.I. Features

The iPhone 16e is the first update to the company’s most affordable model since 2022, but carries a higher price tag of $599.

The New York Times - Feb. 19

Can we lower toxic polarization while still opposing Trump?

I am highly critical of Trump because I believe he amplifies us-versus-them hostility.

The Hill - 6d

What Alphabet's plan to launch a lower-price YouTube product means for the stock

The emphasis on YouTube subscriptions is a key part of the Alphabet story as it diversifies the company away from advertising.

CNBC - 6d

Actress Lori Loughlin puts L.A. mansion back on the market at a lower price

Loughlin and her husband bought the house the same month they were sentenced to prison for their involvement in a college admissions scandal.

MarketWatch - 4d

Number of Trans Troops Far Lower Than Estimated, Pentagon Figures Show

The Defense Department said 4,240 service members, or about 0.2 percent of those in uniform, have a diagnosis of gender dysphoria. Previous estimates had put the number at triple that figure.

The New York Times - 1d

Canucks Noah Juulsen Out Long-Term After Lower Body Procedure

Jan 3, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks defenseman Noah Juulsen (47) handles the puck against the Nashville Predators in the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: ...

Yahoo Sports - 6h

Call Of Duty's New TMNT Skins Will Cost You $90 To Unlock In Total

The Season 2 Reloaded update is live in Black Ops 6 and Warzone , and while Call of Duty's TMNT crossover event doesn't begin until next week, all four turtles are now available to purchase. ...

GameSpot - Feb. 20

Lego Game Boy Reportedly Will Cost $60 And Releases This October

According to a reliable Lego leaker, the upcoming Lego Game Boy set will reportedly launch on October 1 for $60. The leak also says its a relatively small kit at just 421 pieces. The leak, which ...

GameSpot - Feb. 20

How much will a $150,000 home equity loan cost per month in 2025?

A $150,000 home equity loan won't be cheap, but it's one of the least expensive ways to borrow a six-figure sum now.

CBS News - Feb. 21

Comparing Elon Musk and Jack Welch as Influential Cost-Cutters

Elon Musk’s hyperfocus on the bottom line has made him influential in Washington and Silicon Valley. How does that compare with the last famous cost-cutter, Jack Welch?

The New York Times - 6d

Decaffeinated Brazilians blame Lula for surging cost of morning brew

Food inflation weighs on the ratings of leftwing leader of Latin America’s largest nation

Financial Times - 5d

Low-cost carrier FlyDubai sees record $611 million profit in 2024

The low-cost carrier FlyDubai says it earned a record-breaking profit of $611 million in 2024, buoyed by higher passenger numbers and lower fuel costs

ABC News - 4d

How much will a $25,000 HELOC cost per month in 2025?

A $25,000 HELOC comes with low monthly costs but those could soon change. Here's what borrowers should know now.

CBS News - 4d

Bad DOGE: Firing IRS workers will fuel tax cheating and cost billions

Cutting IRS jobs may sound appealing to some, but the long-term consequences could be disastrous.

The Hill - 3d

Want a Top Quarterback Recruit? They Cost Colleges More Than $1 Million.

Elite student-athletes are cashing in and quarterbacks aren’t the only coveted players capable of earning nine figures.

The New York Times - 2d

How much does a $30,000 HELOC cost monthly in 2025?

Monthly payments on a $30,000 HELOC are more affordable than you think. Find out what they are at today's rates.

CBS News - 2d

High housing costs and low home supply are stifling American mobility

American opportunity has been synonymous with people on the move, but high housing costs and low home supply has stifled American mobility. Yoni Appelbaum joins to discuss.

CBS News - 2d

Here's what a $90,000 HELOC costs per month in 2025

Before you borrow $90,000 from your home equity with a HELOC, you need to know what your monthly payments could be.

CBS News - 1d

Air Traffic Control Trainees to Get Raise, in Nod to Cost of Living

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the increase to almost $23 an hour is intended to boost recruitment and retention.

The New York Times - 1d

Texas raises ticket prices as player costs go up

Texas will be raising football season ticket prices by $13 per game next season as the program, already one of the richest in the nation, tries to meet rising costs.

ESPN - 9h

Trump’s Tariffs Are Raising Costs for One of His Favorite Industries: Oil

The cost of steel pipe used to line oil and gas wells rose after President Trump said he would impose tariffs on steel and aluminum imports.

The New York Times - 7h

GPT-4.5 for enterprise: Do its accuracy and knowledge justify the cost?

The price of GPT-4.5 is very steep. But it doesn't mean that it's a failure (or that it will always be so expensive).

VentureBeat - 6h

Rivian beats Wall Street's fourth-quarter expectations, but expects lower deliveries in 2025

Rivian beat Wall Street's fourth-quarter earnings expectations and achieved its first gross quarterly profit but is forecasting lower sales in 2025.

CNBC - Feb. 20

Emmy-winning producer Andy Cohen lowers the price of one-of-a-kind West Village condo to $12 million

Cohen’s beloved, unique and alluring home of over 20 years is struggling to attract a buyer.

MarketWatch - Feb. 21

Warning of economic uncertainty as Walmart stocks tumble after retailer lowers sales outlook

CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady joins "CBS Mornings" to analyze a possible sign that the economy could slip back this year due to lower consumer spending. Walmart's yearly sales ...

CBS News - Feb. 21

This tax break for lower-income retirement savers is a 'well-kept secret,' expert says

The retirement savings contributions credit, or saver's credit, can help offset funds added to retirement accounts. But most taxpayers don't claim it.

CNBC - 4d

This momentum-stock fund can lower your risk. It has outperformed the S&P 500.

It might surprise you that a strategy focused on the best recent performers can limit downside risk and ride high during bull markets.

MarketWatch - 3d

Eli Lilly is selling higher-dose vials of Zepbound at a lower price to boost weight loss drug access

Eli Lilly is offering higher-dose vials through its direct-to-consumer website, LillyDirect, which started offering lower doses in vials in August.

CNBC - 3d

Here's why Home Depot remains a buy after retailer clears lowered earnings bar

We're also reiterating our price target of $440 a share on Home Depot stock.

CNBC - 3d

Bird flu ravaged this farmer’s chickens. Here’s his plan to lower egg prices.

The U.S. needs to make sure USDA has enough staff to conduct research, monitor outbreaks and support farmers.

MarketWatch - 2d

You can still lower your 2024 tax bill or boost your refund with these moves

There's still time to lower your 2024 tax bill or boost your refund with these three strategies, experts say. Here's what to know.

CNBC - 1d

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