PFD season can bring scams, phishing, high-pressure offers, and predatory loans. You can do your part to verify messages, protect personal information, avoid rushed financial decisions, and report suspected fraud.

The housing market is sending some mixed signals heading into the second half of summer. Closed sales improved in July and home prices are still holding up in most parts of the country, but buyers are becoming harder to find as mortgage rates remain elevated. That shift is giving people who are still shopping for a home more choices and more room to negotiate.

Good money habits start with everyday choices, and Greenlight gives kids a safe way to learn by earning, saving and spending real money. Free for Nuvision members, the app gives young people room to build confidence while parents maintain oversight and guidance.

Travel scams often start with fake listings, suspicious links or deals that seem too good to pass up. Before booking, verify the company directly, use a credit card and slow down when someone pressures you to act quickly.