‘Finally said no’: Airline passenger’s seat-swap rejection sparks flurry of support. Here’s what an etiquette expert has to say — and how to get the seat you want without breaking the bank
A Reddit post that went viral spurred debate around seat-swapping on flights and issues of fairness, entitlement and airplane etiquette. The "finally said no" poster in the "r/delta" forum shared their experience with a couple asking to swap seats so they could sit together. Describing themselves as a lifelong "people pleaser," the poster explained they’d […]
I’m 36, with 2 kids, and in the middle of a divorce. I’m moving home to my parents’ for a bit to save money — and I want to invest at least $3.5K/month for my future. Where do I start?
As a 30-something, rebuilding your life post-divorce can feel daunting, especially if there are a couple of kids involved. However, if you’ve moved back in with your parents and you’re starting with no debt and a steady monthly savings goal of $3,500, you’re in an incredibly strong position. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and […]
‘You cannot charge more’: Illinois restaurant owner apologizes for ‘bringing shame’ to family after confrontation with customer who didn’t tip caught on video
A video showing a heated exchange between an Evanston, Illinois, restaurant owner and a customer has sparked a broader conversation about tipping culture in America. Kenny Chou, who owns Table to Stix Ramen, admits he lost his temper on April 19 when he confronted the customer outside his restaurant for not leaving a tip. The […]
US Secret Service seizes a second website tied to ‘pig butchering’ scam that defrauded mostly older Americans of more than $4.5M — here’s how to keep your loved ones safe
The U.S. Secret Service in New York has seized a second web domain tied to a growing type of cryptocurrency scam known as “pig butchering,” in which scammers build trust with their victims before financially gutting them through fake crypto investment platforms. The Secret Service reports that from November 2023 to March 2024, the domain […]
Forget Florida — these two unexpected states are the new retirement hot spots, offering lower costs, tax perks and a better quality of life for retirees
Retirees are flocking to certain states in large numbers. While their motivations aren’t entirely clear, the growing cost of living — especially property taxes — is a likely factor. A John Burns Research and Consulting study ranked states based on their highest and lowest median property tax rates. While it can be tempting to save […]
A researcher spoke to 100 millionaires to uncover their best money-making secrets — and came away with 3 big takeaways. Use them now to make your own 7-figure fortune
Jamie Catmull, host of The Richer Way podcast, has spent years interviewing more than 100 millionaires — from high-powered CEOs and industry leaders to self-made entrepreneurs — to uncover the key to their success. "I wanted to help people take more control of their finances … share how (highly successful people) dealt with setbacks and […]
‘Pay close attention’: Suze Orman says many Americans underestimate this critical cost in retirement — 5 ways to prepare before it’s too late
For many retirees, budgeting becomes an art of precision — cutting travel, downsizing homes and seeking out seniors’ discounts. But there’s one expense that still manages to take a surprising toll, even for those who think they’ve planned their golden years well. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — […]
After the storm: How to financially weather home repairs and rising insurance costs
Some Florida homeowners hardest hit by hurricanes Milton and Helene must now also see their homes completely demolished or, if they’re lucky, elevated. This follows a federal mandate that impacts majorly damaged homes — those impacted by natural disasters. Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) 50% rule dictates that if a house is in a flood […]
‘Our hands are tied’: SF couple wants city to pay back $300K they sunk into restaurant in building slated for a shelter. What businesses can do when local policy impacts livelihood
Kay and Ryan Zin spent a year and more than $300,000 on permits and renovations before opening Bay of Burma restaurant in San Francisco’s South of Market area in 2023. The business owners leased space on the ground level of a mixed-use building, with residences upstairs. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing […]
The FBI says an Arizona father–son duo scammed $280M — with an elaborate ‘lie’ meant to ‘exploit and defraud investors.’ Here’s how it allegedly happened, and how to avoid frauds like this
Arizona father and son, Randy and Chad Miller, have reportedly been indicted in an alleged scheme that targeted investors looking to fund a sports complex. The elaborate plot, which resulted in more than $280 million in defrauded funds, involved municipal bonds linked to a large sports complex in the city of Mesa. Don’t miss I’m […]