American dream

So-called “Main Street Millionaires” — as they’ve been dubbed in a new book by economists Owen Zidar and Eric Zwick — have more than 13 times the wealth of the Forbes 400. So who are they?

Inflation, housing costs, and job uncertainty are leading Americans to rethink what success looks like — and what they're willing to sacrifice to achieve it.

The economics of homebuying have changed over the decades.

We looked at the cost of big-ticket items and expenses, including a house, a car and raising two children, in four different states: California, Michigan, Georgia and South Dakota.

Journalist Alissa Quart says America’s myths about self-reliance have overshadowed the roles that communities play in financial success.

The survey found fewer people believe that the next generation will do better than their parents’ generation economically. Some groups have a grimmer outlook than others.

The owner of two Los Angeles stores shares her fears and hopes about surviving the coronavirus pandemic.

Zarrish Khan was about to buy a house when tragic news prompted a U-turn.

And many don't have enough to cover basic needs for three months.

For the Ngalamulume family, the vetting process was difficult. But now two brothers are taking advantage of opportunities their parents never had.