The holidays should be simple: gifts, travel, and quality time with friends and family. But for scammers, this is peak season. Everyone is busy, spending more, and letting their guard down—and that's exactly what fraudsters are counting on. To protect your money and your peace of mind, here is a breakdown of the most dangerous scams we're tracking this year, along with simple steps to stay safe.

Ever notice how the holidays can feel different depending on what you’re going through? Some families are counting down to the big day, and others are counting dollars trying to make it all work. That’s why our holiday toy drives matter. One gift can change the way a kid remembers this season—and in some homes, it’s the reason they get to open anything at all. So this year, we’re asking: Can You help a child feel seen, supported, and remembered this holiday season?

The housing market is stepping into the slowdown season, and every data source this month reflects the same theme: things are cooling, but not collapsing. Easing mortgage rates gave buyers a brief window of relief, but affordability is still tight, and most markets are drifting sideways. Inventory is rising in some markets, falling in others, and price trends are mixed depending on where you look.

This Veterans Day, and every day, we honor people like Nick — veterans who continue to give, mentor, and lead. Their service reminds us what true dedication looks like and why community matters.