Money
Renters face a new affordability threat: the fee-stuffed lease
Apartment hunting has always required math. But for many renters, the advertised rent is now only the starting point.
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Trump cancels bill-signing for bipartisan housing bill passed overwhelmingly by Congress
The measure becomes law in ten days, with or without Trump's signature.
Money
Trump orders DOJ to probe gasoline 'gouging', Congress sends Trump landmark housing bill
Trump orders DOJ to probe gasoline 'gouging' as oil falls below $73, Congress sends Trump landmark housing bill, Hormuz tankers stream out as inspectors return to Iran, Goldman sees July Fed hike risk and Prime Day rolls on amid sticky inflation
Consumer Protection
New Jersey puts businesses on notice: hidden ‘junk fees’ may violate consumer fraud law
The state’s new enforcement statement takes aim at surprise charges, vague add-ons, dark patterns and fees that provide little or no value.
Recalls
National Safety Recalls - June 23
Top hazards to watch MorningStar Farms plant-based nuggets and sausage patties — FDA posted a June 22 recall for Buffalo Chik’n Nuggets and Hot & Spicy Sausage Patties because they may contain plastic pieces. Affected best-by dates run July 5–8, 2027. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration)
Consumer Protection
Temu accused of using spam emails to lure shoppers into digital tracking
A proposed California class action claims Temu used deceptive email offers to get consumers to click through to its website so it could collect personal information about them.
Money
Prime Day, Walmart Deals — and Novo's surprise GLP-1 price cut
Inflation eats away at budgets as Prime Day, Target Circle Deal Days and a GLP-1 price cut arrive.
Money
Bank of America: inflation is 'unambiguously worse,' three Fed hikes coming
Bank of America now expects the Federal Reserve will deliver three rate hikes this year.
Recalls
National Safety Recalls — June 22
GOPO pull-string teething toys, Sloosh dive sticks and Jeep Gladiator and Wrangler fire risk top the week's safety recalls.
Cars
Tesla crashes into house, kills woman; feds investigating
A Tesla Model 3 crashed into a home near Houston, killing a 76-year-old woman who was inside. The driver told police he was using an automated driver-assistance system.
Money
Bed Bath & Beyond wants those old coupons back — and one could be worth far more than 20% off
The revived home-goods retailer is asking shoppers to dig out old Bed Bath & Beyond coupons, even expired ones. The company says the famous blue 20% off coupons will be honored at participating stores during a 21-day promotion.
Money
Airfares refuse to follow jet fuel down — and budget flyers head for the bus
Travel bargains evaporate as inflation hits food and retail just in time for Prime Day