San Francisco, CA

Claudia Chee, 32, has a love for all things Costco. She's furnishing her new apartment with items from the store. She created the Instagram account @CostcoClaudia, where she models clothing and shares her experiences. She earns about $7,000 a month as an influencer, as well as around $5,000 a month from her job as a piano teacher.

I bought all my furniture at Costco for $5,000: Take a look inside

New Jersey State

You'll need to earn nearly $60,000 annually to live alone in Massachusetts, the most expensive state in the U.S. when it comes to basic costs, according to a recent SmartAsset analysis. That figure includes estimates for how much a single-person household needs to cover housing, transportation, health care, taxes and...

The 15 U.S. states with the highest cost of living for single people—No. 1 isn't California, New York or Hawaii

In a landmark moment, Steve Ballmer has overtaken Bill Gates to become the sixth-richest person in the world. This is the first time that the former CEO of Microsoft Corporation has surpassed the company’s co-founder in terms of wealth. The shift occurred on Monday as Microsoft’s shares soared to a new record high, marking a 21% increase for the year.

Steve Ballmer surpasses Bill Gates in wealth: A first in Microsoft’s history

Business Insider

Steve Ballmer went from being Bill Gates' assistant to his successor as Microsoft CEO, and now he's surpassed him in wealth for the first time.

Steve Ballmer is now worth $157 billion — more than his former Microsoft boss Bill Gates

USDA loans allow eligible homebuyers to get zero-down-payment mortgages in rural areas. Because they're backed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, these loans have lower rates and more flexible credit requirements than conventional mortgages. They also don't require private mortgage insurance, which can add more than 2% to your loan annually.

What is a USDA loan and am I eligible?

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Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

The global economic collapse is adversely affecting relationships. Some zodiac signs are struggling to pick partners who will stand by them when they are financially unstable. The zodiac greatly affects people’s character. However, it isn’t the only thing you should consider when choosing a lover. Select someone who is understanding and you are compatible. This might be time-consuming but it is worth it. Which reliable zodiac signs are ideal to start a long-term relationship with?

4 Zodiac Signs Who Always Stand Up For Their Partner

Kentucky State

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s medical cannabis program has taken significant steps toward ensuring those with qualifying conditions have access to medical cannabis as soon as possible, said Gov. Andy Beshear this week.

State to open licensing applications for medical cannabis businesses beginning July 1

Fremont, CA

At 32, after 12 years of living rent-free with my parents in the San Francisco Bay area, I was ready to move into my own place. I had saved $400,000 and had the flexibility to make the leap, but whether it was uncertain streams of income, wanderlust and mostly, the financial benefits of staying put, something had been holding me back. Until November 2023, when I visited a friend at their Fremont, California, apartment complex.

33-year-old pays $2,146/month for 556-square-foot studio in California furnished 'almost entirely with Costco': Take a look inside

Jonathan Greenblatt, Anti-Defamation League CEO and national director, joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss how the ADL's lawsuit against Iran and Syria will even work, the next steps for the ADL, and much more.

ADL CEO on lawsuit against Iran, Syria and North Korea

"The reason why, you know, markets would be upset ... for any government, not only for France, is that fiscal policy does not adapt to the [European Central Bank's] new fiscal framework," European Central Bank Vice President Luis de Guindos told CNBC on Tuesday. However, de Guindos stressed that movements...

Markets will be 'upset' if new French government does not commit to fiscal rules, European Central Bank's vice-president says

New York Post

Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer has leapfrogged Bill Gates on the list of world’s richest people — the first time that the company co-founder’s fortune has been eclipsed by one of his former underlings.

Ballmer, the boisterous owner of the NBA’s Los Angeles Clippers who succeeded Gates as Microsoft CEO in 2000, moved up to sixth on Bloomberg Billionaires Index, which estimated his net worth at $157.2 billion.

Gates, who has retreated from the corporate board and has focused on philanthropic endeavors, has a net worth valued at $156.7 billion, according to Bloomberg.



The 68-year-old Gates’ fortune has partly taken a hit from...

Ex-Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer is now richer than founder Bill Gates

Arizona State

Goodyear, AZ

When Americans think about where to retire, they're pretty likely to think about Florida and a June GOBankingRates study of the fastest-growing retirement hot spots around the U.S. shows just that. Four of the top 10 retirement hot spots ranked in the study are in Florida. The Sunshine State also...

Goodyear, Arizona to Fort Myers, Florida: 10 fastest-growing retirement hot spots in America, according to a new study

Markets Insider

Stocks rose Tuesday, with the S&P 500 closing at an all-time high above 5,500. Dovish comments from Fed Chairman Jerome Powell helped propel stocks higher. Meanwhile, Tesla jumped 10% after beating estimates for second-quarter deliveries. US stocks jumped Tuesday on encouraging remarks from Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, which sent...

Stock market today: Stocks close at records as Powell strikes dovish tone and Tesla shares spike

Götene, about 200 miles from Stockholm, is selling plots of land starting at 1 krona per square meter or nine US cents per 10 square feet. Buyers must build a home on the land with plans to either live there permanently or use it as a vacation property, according to CNN.

This scenic town in Sweden is selling cheap land to get people to move there: 'We can bring you a high quality of life,' mayor says

TheStreet

The Nasdaq Composite Index has jumped 18% year to date.

Cathie Wood sells $13 million of a struggling tech stock

"I am all eyes on that ball until I release it from the tip of my fingers." Gold medalist A'ja Wilson shares what ambition means to her.

A'ja Wilson: Determination to execute your goal

Gloucester County, NJ

Franklinville, NJ

Morristown Minute

FRANKLINVILLE, N.J. -A Gloucester County, New Jersey, man admitted today that he defrauded the government of more than $200,000 in Social Security and Medicaid benefits, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Man Guilty of $200K Social Security & Medicaid Fraud

Colorado State

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Cripple Creek, CO

Colorado Jill

(Colorado) Colorado has many gems - Pikes Peak, Rocky Mountain National Park, Maroon Bells, and two of Thomas Dambo's wooden trolls. Dambo is a Danish artist, and his trolls are worldwide. Each troll serves as a unique tribute to the place they inhabit, honoring the history and culture of the location.

"Rita the Rock Planter" should be on your Colorado summer bucket list

CNBC's Julia Boorstin reports on news from the Paramount Global saga.

IAC explores Paramount bid

Phil Lempert, CEO of Supermarket Guru, and CNBC's Melissa Repko join 'Power Lunch' to discuss Walmart's introduction of electronic price labels, the potential that the retailer may use dynamic pricing, and more.

CNBC TechCheck Evening Edition: July 2, 2024

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