Cost of Living

Consumer prices are soaring at a rate not seen since Ronald Reagan was President. Economists are trying to figure out if it's an economic hiccup or whether higher costs are here to stay.

Amy Taylor bought her home in University City with the hope of sharing it with strangers.“When I was renovating a home in Connecticut, a good friend of…

Retired teachers in Missouri are learning a hard but simple math lesson: Longer life spans plus smaller investment returns equal no cost-of-living raise…

Kiplinger's says St. Louis is a great city for cheapskates - and insists we take that as a compliment.The Gateway City ranks at number 9 on the Kiplinger…

This article first appeared in the St. Louis Beacon, Aug. 23, 2013 - Is $15 an hour to flip burgers or toss pizzas a realistic demand? When was the last…

This article first appeared in the St. Louis Beacon, April 12, 2013 - WASHINGTON – Even though President Barack Obama’s new budget tosses some bones to…