They Left NYC for a $13,000 House in Italy

Cassandra and her husband made headlines after leaving New York City to buy a home in rural Italy for just $13,000. She breaks down what motivated the move, how she's adjusted to life in a tiny mountain town, embraced a lower-cost lifestyle and whether trading the conventional American dream for a simpler life abroad was worth it. Plus, Jill and Mark explain what SpaceX's inclusion in Nasdaq index funds actually means for investors, and why one TikToker's recommended tax loophole is complete nonsense.

• 14H ago
• 27:52

SpaceX stock closes up 19% on Day 1 of trading

SpaceX launched onto Wall Street on Friday with the largest initial public offering in history. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has the details.

• Jun 12
• 5:10

U.S. facing Paraguay in Men's World Cup match

The U.S. Men's National Soccer team will play its first match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Friday night, taking on Paraguay in Southern California. CBS News correspondent Nicole Valdes reports from Los Angeles.

• Jun 12
• 1:50

Data: More Americans dipping into 401(k) early

A new report from Fidelity shows more Americans are withdrawing from their 401(k)s prematurely. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady joins with analysis.

• May 29
• 3:37

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How to choose a retirement plan

There are certain conditions to consider before choosing a retirement plan. CBS News' Jill Schlesinger reports. (Sponsored by AT&T Business)

• May 26
• 3:25

Record number of emergency 401(k) withdrawals

A record number of Americans are tapping into their retirement savings, years ahead of schedule. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo has more.

• Mar 9
• 2:58

Record share of Americans are tapping 401(k)s for hardship withdrawals

More Americans are digging into their retirement savings for emergency expenses, research from Vanguard shows.

• Mar 5

Trump pitches match for retirement plans

President Trump's State of the Union address included mentions of a $1,000 match for some retirement plans and more on the administration's economic policies. CBS News' Jill Schlesinger breaks down the remarks.

• Feb 26
• 5:15

How tech stocks could impact global economy

Tech giant Nvidia is set to report its earnings following a historic trillion-dollar valuation. Henry Curr, the economics editor for The Economist, joins to break down how tech stocks could impact global markets.

• Nov 17, 2025
• 5:38

The IRS is raising your 401(k) and IRA contribution limits for 2026

The IRS is increasing the contribution limits for retirement accounts in 2026, boosting the top threshold to account for inflation.

• Nov 13, 2025

Americans are living longer, but lack proper planning, study finds

The U.S. population of people over 65 is expected to surge by 40% over the next 25 years, but many aren't prepared for longevity, a new study says.

• Oct 15, 2025

Americans feel behind on retirement savings

New Bankrate survey data shows some Americans are feeling behind on their retirement savings. Mark Hamrick breaks down the survey's data on "CBS News Mornings."

• Sep 25, 2025
• 3:00

What to know about Trump's push to open 401(k) to crypto and private equity

President Trump signed an executive order that he says will democratize alternative investments for workers saving for retirement.

• Aug 12, 2025

New executive order on retirement investments

A new Trump executive order could lead to changes in how Americans invest for retirement through their 401(k) accounts. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.

• Aug 8, 2025
• 4:06

Should crypto be part of your retirement plan?

A new executive order opens the door for companies to add cryptocurrencies to retirement plans. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger weighs the risks and potential rewards.

• Aug 8, 2025
• 3:10

Trump opens the door for crypto and private equity in your 401(k) plan

Under a new executive order signed by President Trump, workers could add higher-risk assets like cryptocurrencies to their 401(k)s.

• Aug 7, 2025

The father of the 401(k)

In 1981, Ted Benna created the first 401(k) plan, which allowed corporations to contribute, tax-free, to workers' retirement accounts. That allowed companies to get out of the pension business, but gave employees more responsibility over their retirement funds. "Sunday Morning" contributor Kelefa Sanneh talks with Benna about how an obscure tax-code provision led to our current financial planning for retirement (and, at a time of precipitous stock market shocks, more angst). [Originally broadcast April 13, 2025.]

• Aug 3, 2025
• 4:45

What to know about Trump's first 100 days

Tuesday marks the 100th day of President Trump's second term in office. CBS News' Major Garrett, Olivia Rinaldi, Kelly O'Grady and Scott MacFarlane report on how he has reshaped the economy and the government.

• Apr 29, 2025
• 13:27

Here's the magic number Americans say they need for retirement

Americans have big financial goals for what they think they'll need for a comfortable retirement, a new survey finds.

• Apr 18, 2025

The birth of the 401(k)

In 1981, Ted Benna created the first 401(k) plan, which allowed corporations to contribute, tax-free, to workers' retirement accounts. That allowed companies to get out of the pension business, but gave employees more responsibility over their retirement funds. "Sunday Morning" contributor Kelefa Sanneh talks with Benna about how an obscure tax-code provision led to our current financial planning for retirement (and, at a time of precipitous stock market shocks, more angst).

• Apr 13, 2025
• 4:30

Americans ask about Trump's tariffs

CBS News journalists asked Americans around the U.S. about their biggest tariff-related questions. CBS News' Jill Schlesinger and Kelly O'Grady have answers.

• Apr 9, 2025
• 4:14

Impact of retaliatory tariffs on U.S. economy

President Trump's sweeping global tariffs sent U.S. stocks tumbling for a second straight day, with markets faring even worse Friday. Mark Zandi, chief economist for financial services company Moody's Analytics, joins "America Decides" to discuss.

• Apr 4, 2025
• 5:27

What Trump's tariffs mean for stockholders

Stocks plunged for a second day on Friday following President Trump's tariff announcement, with the Dow Jones down 2,200 points and the S&P 500 and Nasdaq seeing the worst back-to-back drops since 2020. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady and Fin Gómez have more.

• Apr 4, 2025
• 9:21

For those in their 40s, planning for retirement should include saving for the unexpected

If you're in your 40s, paying for a child's college should take a back seat to protecting your own savings, financial experts say.

• Dec 12, 2024

Planning to retire at 65? Most Americans have to stop working earlier.

Most Americans are forced to retire earlier than they had expected, often disrupting their financial planning.

• Dec 2, 2024

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