Here’s Who Gets Social Security Payments This Week on April 15

If your birthday falls between the 11th and 20th of the month, your April payment lands Wednesday — and SSI recipients follow an entirely different schedule that runs through the end of 2026.

What Is the Most Expensive Housing Rental Market in the DC Area?

Arlington, Va. beats out Washington, D.C. itself for priciest 1-bedroom rents in the region — and the gap between the DMV’s most and least expensive rental markets stretches nearly $1,500 a month.

Hyundai Recalls Nearly 300,000 Vehicles. See Affected Models.

A seat belt anchor defect that could leave occupants fully unrestrained in a crash has triggered the recall — and if you own a 2023–2026 Ioniq 6, Santa Fe, or Genesis G90, dealers will fix it free of charge.

Trump Says Gas Prices Could Be Same or ‘A Little Bit Higher’ Before Midterms

Hours after 21-hour Iran peace talks collapsed in Islamabad, Trump acknowledged on Fox News that record-high gas prices could persist through November — and a new Pew survey shows 69% of Americans say fuel costs are their top concern about the war.

13 New Cars Under $30K That Deliver Real Value in 2026

When the average new car costs nearly $50,000, these 13 Kelley Blue Book Best Buy award-winners — starting as low as $22,190 — prove you can still get quality, reliability, and standout features without breaking the bank.

April 15 Tax Deadline Is Days Away, but You Can Get an Extension

Filing an extension sounds like a reprieve — but the IRS will still charge a 5% monthly penalty plus compounding daily interest on any unpaid taxes starting April 16.

Why Summer Travel Looks Stable (for Now) as Iran War Drives Costs Up

Airlines are holding fares steady for now, but experts warn a prolonged Strait of Hormuz closure could slash global seat availability by up to 40% — and airline executives are already signaling they’re ready to raise prices the moment oil costs stay high.

More Americans Are Taking Out These High-Interest Loans. But Should You?

The share of Americans carrying a personal loan jumped from 31% to 38% in just eight years — and with average balances hitting $19,333, here’s when the math actually works in your favor.

Foundayo, Wegovy and How GLP-1 Weight-Loss Pills Compare to Shots

New FDA-approved pill versions of Wegovy and Zepbound can cost up to $1,479 less per month than their injectable counterparts — but the differences in effectiveness, side effects, and insurance coverage may surprise you.

What Is a National Consumption Tax? How It Differs from Income Tax

The FairTax Act of 2025 would scrap the IRS entirely and replace it with a 23% national sales tax — and with tariffs already acting as a hidden consumption tax on imports, the push to overhaul how America taxes you may be closer than you think.

Being in the Sandwich Generation Is Costly. Here’s How Much.

A new study reveals that families caring for both kids and aging parents rack up an average of $64,000 in debt every year — and in one state, care costs alone exceed the median household income.

Trump’s Treasury Boss Visits NY Diner, Downplays Gas-Price Surge as ‘Blip’

Gas prices just posted their biggest monthly spike since 1967 — a record 21.2% jump — but the Treasury secretary says it’s nothing to worry about, while the people actually paying for it aren’t so sure.

Wayfair to Open Its First Physical Store in Florida

The 94,000-square-foot Fort Lauderdale location will tailor its merchandise to South Florida lifestyles — and promises free delivery on the big stuff like sofas and dining sets.

More Than 350,000 Vitamins, Iron Supplements Recalled. See Brands.

Iron-containing pills from 11 popular brands — sold everywhere from Amazon to Ulta Beauty — lacked the child-resistant packaging required by federal law.

See the Lowest – and Highest – Gas Prices Across the US

California gas hit $5.92 a gallon and the national average spiked 21% in a single month — the biggest monthly jump since records began in 1967, with no quick relief in sight.

Want to Rent Your Home for World Cup? Airbnb Tracker Estimates Profit

Airbnb’s new profit tracker shows homeowners near World Cup venues could pocket an average of $3,700 — and a $750 sign-up bonus sweetens the deal for first-time hosts.

Gas Price Spikes Led to Uptick in EV Searches. So Where Are the Sales?

Gas jumped more than $1 per gallon in just five weeks — but Edmunds data shows the surge in EV browsing still hasn’t pushed shoppers off the fence.

I Worked at a Grocery Store for 20 Years: 8 Things You Should Never Buy Full Price

Two decades behind the register taught me the brutal truth about sticker prices — and which items are basically always on sale.

Money in a Minute for the Week Ending April 10, 2026

Here’s a quick roundup of the news that moved your money this week, from Money Talks News founder, Stacy Johnson.

Buyer’s Markets in the U.S.? Here Are 8 Surprising Metros

Eight major metros — mostly pandemic-era boomtowns in Florida, Texas, and Atlanta — have flipped to buyer’s territory, and experts say the negotiating leverage is only going to get stronger.

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