U.S. Consumer Sentiment Unexpectedly Slumps

Consumer sentiment declined as year-ahead inflation expectations surged to 4.3% in February, marking the highest level since November.

IRS Warns of 'Ghost Tax Preparers'

Ghost preparers take the taxpayer’s money but don't sign the return or use a preparer ID, leaving the taxpayer fully responsible if there's an issue.

Architects Making Trees Part of the Plan

Architects and designers are shrouding and softening the hard-edged stone and concrete planes of buildings with lush vegetation, a designer said.

Mortgage Rates Dip for Third Week

The average rate on 30-year mortgages fell to 6.89% from 6.95% last week. Rates on 15-year mortgages fell to 6.05% from 6.12% last week, Freddie Mac said.