Author: Janna Herron, USA TODAY

For some, this tax season so far has come with a costly surprise – a tiny tax refund or a big tax bill. The shock is hitting their finances.

U.S. financial markets will be closed Monday in observance ofWashington’s Birthday

You really can save hundreds of dollars by switching your car insurance. How much you can save depends on where you live, according to a new study.

The longest-ever federal shutdown created an even more difficult environment at the understaffed and underfunded IRS, report shows.

In the aftermath of the government shutdown, a survey from Prudential Financial underscores how vital even one missed paycheck is for many Americans.

The average tax refund issued so far declined to $1,865, down 8.4percent from$2,035 at the same time last year, according to IRS statistics.

Every year, tax professionals see the same common errors, but this year is extra thorny after the tax law’s major changes. Here are mistakes to avoid.

Pilgrim’s Pride is recalling uncooked breaded chicken due to possible rubber contamination, while Taylor Farms issued a recall for mislabeled chicken.

The share of banks, credit unions and thrifts offering totally free checking dropped to the lowest level since at least the turn of the millennium.