Mortgage rates increasing again amid Iran war
The economic fallout from the war in Iran is driving up the cost of buying a home. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate increased this week to its highest level in nearly seven months - 6.46%.
The economic fallout from the war in Iran is driving up the cost of buying a home. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate increased this week to its highest level in nearly seven months - 6.46%.
First lawsuit filed over Washington’s millionaires tax
On Friday, a prominent group filed a lawsuit against the state for rejecting a referendum over Washington’s new income tax.
On Friday, a prominent group filed a lawsuit against the state for rejecting a referendum over Washington’s new income tax.
Amazon hiking some prices; blames higher fuel costs
Retailer Amazon will be adding a new 3.5% surcharge on third-party sellers starting this month. The change comes as a part of the rising energy cost as the conflict with Iran continues.
Retailer Amazon will be adding a new 3.5% surcharge on third-party sellers starting this month. The change comes as a part of the rising energy cost as the conflict with Iran continues.
US labor market rebounding as 178,000 jobs added in March, well above expectations
The U.S. labor market rebounded in March with employers adding 178,000 jobs, well above the 60,000 predicted by economists. The unemployment rate declined slightly to 4.3%.
The U.S. labor market rebounded in March with employers adding 178,000 jobs, well above the 60,000 predicted by economists. The unemployment rate declined slightly to 4.3%.
United Airlines checked bag fees climbs $10-50 as fuel prices nearly double since Iran war
United Airlines is raising checked bag fees by $10 to $50 for travelers purchasing tickets starting Friday, the company confirmed to FOX Business on Thursday.
United Airlines is raising checked bag fees by $10 to $50 for travelers purchasing tickets starting Friday, the company confirmed to FOX Business on Thursday.
Gas hits almost $10 a gallon in this coastal California community
Gas prices have been soaring, leading to a lot of pain at the pump, but a station in a scenic community along California’s coast just might take the cake, with premium gas going for $9.99 a gallon.
Gas prices have been soaring, leading to a lot of pain at the pump, but a station in a scenic community along California’s coast just might take the cake, with premium gas going for $9.99 a gallon.
Redmond, WA sees growing role in new ‘space race’
As excitement builds around a return to the moon, leaders in Redmond say their community is playing a role and embracing a new identity as a growing hub for space innovation.
As excitement builds around a return to the moon, leaders in Redmond say their community is playing a role and embracing a new identity as a growing hub for space innovation.
Nearly 40% of Americans have less than $500 in cash savings, survey shows
Nearly 40% of Americans said that they have less than $500 in cash savings, according to a recent survey.
Nearly 40% of Americans said that they have less than $500 in cash savings, according to a recent survey.
SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions start April 1 in Texas — See what other states have bans
Texas is the latest state to begin enforcing new purchase restrictions for SNAP, the taxpayer-funded food assistance program.
Texas is the latest state to begin enforcing new purchase restrictions for SNAP, the taxpayer-funded food assistance program.
Washington enacts ‘millionaires tax,’ faces swift legal challenge and possible ballot fight
Governor Bob Ferguson has signed the so-called "millionaires tax" into law, setting up an immediate legal and political battle over the state’s first personal income tax.
Governor Bob Ferguson has signed the so-called "millionaires tax" into law, setting up an immediate legal and political battle over the state’s first personal income tax.
Average tax refund up nearly 11% from a year ago, IRS data shows
The IRS reported the average tax refund is up nearly 11% so far this tax filing season.
The IRS reported the average tax refund is up nearly 11% so far this tax filing season.
Epstein victims to get $72.5 million from Bank of America
Bank of America has agreed to pay $72.5 million to victims of Jeffrey Epstein who accused the bank of ignoring "numerous red flags" that facilitated the trafficking of young girls.
Bank of America has agreed to pay $72.5 million to victims of Jeffrey Epstein who accused the bank of ignoring "numerous red flags" that facilitated the trafficking of young girls.
'Seattle News Weekly': Light rail, pricey living, push for the Sonics
On this episode of the "Seattle News Weekly" podcast, FOX 13 Seattle Anchors Bill Wixey and Matthew Smith discuss the week's biggest stories in Seattle.
On this episode of the "Seattle News Weekly" podcast, FOX 13 Seattle Anchors Bill Wixey and Matthew Smith discuss the week's biggest stories in Seattle.
Social Security April payment schedule: Here’s when recipients get their checks
Social Security April payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
Social Security April payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
Seattle area expected to generate $845 million from FIFA World Cup
With just 81 days until the World Cup, Seattle officials gathered for a closer look at what to expect as 750,000 fans are expected to flood the city.
With just 81 days until the World Cup, Seattle officials gathered for a closer look at what to expect as 750,000 fans are expected to flood the city.
Trump’s signature will appear on US currency, a first for a sitting president
The Treasury plans to add President Donald Trump’s signature to U.S. paper currency, marking a historic first.
The Treasury plans to add President Donald Trump’s signature to U.S. paper currency, marking a historic first.
Poll: Americans worry over gas and energy prices limited in early days of Iran war
A new poll finds Americans' concern about gas prices and whether energy would be available or affordable did not rise much during the early weeks of the Iran war.
A new poll finds Americans' concern about gas prices and whether energy would be available or affordable did not rise much during the early weeks of the Iran war.
Sellers slash prices on 1 in 5 homes in 9 metros, Sun Belt states dominate list
The weather may be warm in the Sun Belt, but that’s not helping the cooling real estate market in some of the region’s largest cities.
The weather may be warm in the Sun Belt, but that’s not helping the cooling real estate market in some of the region’s largest cities.
Study finds WA is 5th most expensive place to live in country
A new study shows Washington state is the fifth most expensive place to live in the nation, and it's getting harder for people to make the numbers work.
A new study shows Washington state is the fifth most expensive place to live in the nation, and it's getting harder for people to make the numbers work.
49% of Americans are struggling to afford food: Report
Nearly half of Americans say it’s difficult to afford food, with 52% spending more than last year, according to LendingTree.
Nearly half of Americans say it’s difficult to afford food, with 52% spending more than last year, according to LendingTree.