‘Alligator projects’: San Diego residents resisting ‘over-built, bloated monstrosities’ popping up in their backyards — why they take issue with this solution to the housing shortage
Jim LaMattery, a San Diego residential real estate agent, has been working tirelessly to fight against what he calls “alligator projects.” The projects are accessory dwelling units (ADU) built by developers, which LaMattery gave the nickname to because of the way alligators “‘pop up’ unexpectedly as they aren’t legally required to give notice to neighbors […]
Chicago taxpayers to shoulder $1.8 million after settling lawsuit over controversial plans to house 2,000 migrants on vacant lot — what happened and why there’s nothing to show for the effort
What do you do if your city promises to pay you, but fails to do so? That’s precisely what happened to the owners of a vacant lot in Brighton Park, a neighborhood in Chicago. NBC 5 reports that Barnacres Corporation filed a lawsuit against the City of Chicago in 2024 for a breach of contract. […]
I’m thinking about paying off a 2.5% loan of $5,000 so I can be debt-free — and wonder if that’s a horrible idea. How to weigh the financial pros and cons of paying off small debt fast
You want to get to debt-free status as soon as possible, and all that’s standing in your way is a $5,000 loan with a 2.5% interest rate. Paying it off and freeing up those monthly interest payments for other purposes is naturally appealing. What should you do? Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have […]
Ottawa woman accuses husband of ‘love bombing,’ leaving her $300K in debt
Browsing the internet or social media will bring about many first-hand accounts of dating and marriage horror stories that would render even the most hopeless romantic a cynic. Here’s one such story. Christina MacCrimmon of Ottawa claims she was the victim of ‘love bombing’, that left her nearly $300,000 in debt. "It’s just unimaginable to […]
Canadians are worried current market volatility will impact their future financial independence
Invest, save and then invest some more. This is the advice many Canadians receive when seeking a financial plan – the specifics of the investments and savings notwithstanding. But current market volatility may be putting somewhat of a damper on those thoughts of financial independence. Almost half (48%) of all respondents in the annual RBC […]
New Brunswick man fined more than $4K for an accident that happened 60 years ago
An 86-year-old New Brunswick man is facing a hefty fine for an accident he has no memory of — an incident that took place 65 years ago in Toronto. Ossie Gildart was shocked to learn that his driver’s licence had been suspended due to an uninsured accident from 1960, after a recent fender-bender led him […]
Hey gals, here are the worst mistakes you’re making with money
Ladies, we can be truly savvy with our dollars, especially when it comes to finding a great deal. Women are so good at managing money that 20% of Canadian spouses relied solely on their female partner to set and follow the household monthly budget, according to survey released in 2023 by Loans Canada, the nation’s […]
From paycheque to panic: 5 ways to recession-proof your portfolio in Trump’s turbulent economy
You check your Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), and your heart drops. One day it’s up, the next day it’s free-falling. All because of a Trump trade comment or another rate warning. The economy’s flashing warning signs, and most Canadians are feeling it. A recent survey by FP Canada found that 38% of Canadians say money […]
He thought it was a smart investment — Then $109K disappeared
It probably seemed like a great opportunity at the time. A Leamington resident was approached with what looked like a solid investment offer — high returns, low risk and even some early payouts that made the whole thing feel legit. The kind of pitch that sounds almost too good to be true. Unfortunately, that’s exactly […]
In the face of U.S. tariffs, Canadians rally behind Indigenous businesses — now’s the time to shift your dollars and power a movement rooted in community, culture, and resilience
Elbows up, Canada! Canadians from coast to coast are coming together in solidarity to fight back against the trade war U.S. President Donald Trump started and continues to escalate. From where we buy to what we buy, we as a nation are seeking ways to ensure the products we are buying are homegrown. The ‘Buy […]