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Fierce competition for a shrinking supply of lower-end homes is driving prices higher. So, is it cheaper, on a monthly basis, to own or rent? That depends where you are.

CNBC studied the net change in employment by industry for January based on data from the Labor Department.

Nordic countries are frequently ranked the "happiest in the world." One reason? Their cultures prioritize balance. Here, experts and citizens explain what Americans can learn from Nordic work-life balance.

U.S. voter turnout rates rank low among peer nations. One major difference is the day people go to the polls. In the U.S., most elections are held on Tuesdays. In most of those other countries, it's either a weekend or holiday. Could simply moving Election Day boost turnout?

Planning to save for retirement might not be a priority, but you should have some help from Social Security. Here's how much you can expect to receive if you earn $75,000 a year.

The Supreme Court justice cautions that there is a difference between having a skill and being a true professional.