Here’s how to erase your info from the internet for free — and stop ‘nefarious actors’ from stealing your identity, savings
It’s easy to think of identity theft as something that won’t happen to you. Unfortunately, it’s all too common — with a case reported every 22 seconds. Last year, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) received more than 1.1 million online reports of identity theft, but the actual figures are more staggering than that. Don’t miss […]
This Hawaii couple retired at 55 and embarked on a lavish 15-year world cruise for less than $4K/month — why they argue their lifestyle is ‘for normal people,’ not just the ‘ultra-rich’
It’s not unusual for people to retire in their 50s, so it’s not surprising that Lanette and Johan Canen, both 55, chose to sell their business and kick off their next stage of life. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don’t panic. Here are […]
This man owes $30K in personal loans — one at a shocking rate of 300%. Here’s why The Ramsey Show co-hosts say his money choices make them ‘dizzy’
Personal loans can be a tempting way to borrow money because the lenders typically charge lower interest rates than credit cards, but that doesn’t mean these loans can’t get you into trouble. In 2024, Canadians owed a collective CA$2.5 trillion as outstanding balances across all credit products, a historic high, with the average loan balance […]
‘Clearly a humanitarian crisis’: Dozens of RVs being removed from California homeless encampment after years of residents complaining — but advocates argue the solution may not be sustainable
In 2024, Los Angeles County’s homeless population reached about 75,000, according to the city’s Homeless Services Authority. Now, efforts are underway to remove dozens of RVs in the East Gardena-West Rancho Dominguez area of LA County. For years, residents have been complaining about an influx of trailers that has created overcrowding in the area, claiming […]
Barbara Corcoran is convinced it’s ‘a good time to buy’ a home despite 77% of Americans believing otherwise — here’s why she thinks the US real estate market will come back ‘by storm’
There’s a reason so many Americans are hesitant to buy a home right now. For starters, homes are less affordable than they’ve been in the past. In March, the median existing-home sales price rose to $403,700, representing an all-time high for the month of March and the 21st consecutive month of annual price increases, according […]
I’m 27 and ready to get serious about my finances, but struggle with high living costs — where do I start?
If you’re a young adult and feel like your finances aren’t in order, you’re not alone. A 2024 Bank of America survey found that 52% of Americans aged 18 to 27 say they don’t make enough money to live the life they want, and that sky-high living costs are a top barrier to financial success. […]
‘What an insult’: This North Carolina senior says ‘mean spirited’ developers cut her off from access road in property line dispute — and then offered her just $10 in compensation
Anna Raleigh has lived in her Greensboro, North Carolina, home for more than 40 years. But when a developer came in to build a property next door to her, they took away her right to use an access road. As WFMY News reported, Raleigh was happy in her home until that happened. "I enjoy it, […]
‘I have two indoor outhouses’: Florida retiree says she’s flushing money down the drain on her new home with crappy plumbing — but the builder says there aren’t ‘any issues’ with the pipes
In theory, the advantage of a new-build home is that it’s in perfect shape when you buy it. That’s what motivated retired radio host Patty Wood to purchase a new Apollo Beach, Florida ranch home — recently constructed by D.R. Horton, a home builder with 45 years’ experience. Unfortunately, as Wood shared with ABC Action […]
The Dark Side has a new master: Houston’s famous Darth Vader house sells to new owner — may the Force (and curb appeal) be with him
On a quiet street in a Houston galaxy far, far away, exists a four-bedroom, five-bathroom house boasting over 7,000 square feet of living space. But this is no mere hovel in the swamps of Dagobah or the tree tops of the forest moon of Endor. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved […]
This Oklahoma man, 40, owes $30,000 in personal loans — one at a shocking rate of 300%. Here’s why The Ramsey Show co-hosts say his money choices make them ‘dizzy’
Personal loans can be a tempting way to borrow money because the lenders typically charge lower interest rates than credit cards, but that doesn’t mean these loans can’t get you into trouble. In 2024, American consumers owed a collective $555.2 billion in personal loans, according to Experian, with the average loan balance coming in at […]
