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Widening crack in the mortgage market could sink home prices

Re-defaults on already modified mortgages are a threat to homeowners, writes Keith Jurow.

Gwen Stefani's mansion sells for $21.65M — take a look inside

Built in 1998 and renovated in 2003, the 15,000-square-foot estate has seven bedrooms and 10 bathrooms. Geometric designs are consistent throughout the home, along with neon colors and accents of stone. "The entire style of the house is a visual delight," according to the listing.

The 25 best counties to live in

According to the 2018 United Nations Human Development Index — a composite measure of education, life expectancy, and standard of living — the United States is the 13th most developed country in the world, behind nations such as Norway, Switzerland, and Australia.

Abandoned churches for sale that are simply divine

Steeped in history and with plenty of original features to boot, these abandoned churches are bursting with potential, and best of all, they're a bargain.

Here's why the Dow dropped more than 800 points in 2 days

U.S. markets fell fallen broadly for two consecutive days as investors began showing concern in response to fresh signs of a looming economic recession.

Kroger to lay off hundreds, as questions about its turnaround plan linger

Shares of Kroger, which also owns Harris Teeter, Ralphs, Fred Meyer, and other brands, are down nearly 9% year-to-date, as it faces heightened competition from discount grocers Aldi and Lidl, as well as Walmart and Albertsons.

Jeffrey Epstein raked in $200 million after legal and financial crises

Jeffrey Epstein’s biggest client had deserted him, his money management firm had lost more than $150 million during the financial crisis, and he was a registered sex offender.

3 downsides to early retirement

Early retirement may not be the dream you're envisioning.

Stock futures fall, pointing to a third day of losses as traders fear economy is slowing

U.S. stock index futures pointed on Thursday to a down open as investors awaited the release of key economic data later in the day.

Why so many celebrities have beauty brands now

Lady Gaga, Rihanna, and Millie Bobby Brown all have makeup lines. Here’s why.

You may be surprised which stock-market sector has been the hottest in the past year

Utility stocks have not only soared during the past 12 months, they have also measured up well over the long haul.

The Harvard admissions case that could end affirmative action, explained

It involves a white man suing on behalf of anonymous Asian Americans college applicants.

DirecTV charges woman early termination fee after she dies at 102

After Isabel Albright of San Lorenzo, California, passed away at the age of 102, her family was shocked when DirecTV charged her an "early termination" fee.

U.S. jobs outlook is so weak it echoes months when disasters hit

The last time U.S. payroll forecasts were this low, hurricanes had slammed the country in 2017, temporarily closing businesses. 

Forbes announces its list of 400 wealthiest Americans

After her divorce from Jeff Bezos, MacKenzie Bezos made the list.

Drugmaker says judge in opioid case made $107 million mistake

Oklahoma court erroneously added three zeroes in calculating $572 million opioid case award, company claims

Bed Bath & Beyond boosts store closure estimates, says 60 stores may close by end of 2019

The company said it will close approximately 40 Bed Bath & Beyond stores, and 20 stores from its other concepts.

AdvoCare fined $150 million as FTC calls it a pyramid scheme

Multi-level marketing company known for its celebrity endorsers offered people "chance to quit their regular job"