‘It does kind of make me the breadwinner’: stay-at-home mom charges husband $2,700 a week for household labor — sparking a debate on TikTok
Being a stay-at-home parent can often be a thankless job. From the moment you get up in the morning to the moment you go to bed, you’re either chasing after a child, preparing meals or doing some sort of household task — many of which involve scrubbing food particles off of a surface or item […]
This budget-friendly market went viral for helping North Texas families ‘cut their grocery bill in half’ — here’s how social media can help you find your local gem as food prices climb
If you’re having a difficult time affording your groceries lately, you’re not alone. In March, food at home prices were up 2.4% on an annual basis, according to the Consumer Price Index — but that’s only half of the story. Between 2020 and 2024, U.S. food prices rose a whopping 23.6%, according to the USDA. […]
I’m 57, widowed and ready to downsize — can a HELOC help me? Here’s how to use your home equity to purchase your dream condo
A 2024 AARP report found that 75% of Americans ages 50 and over want to age in place — meaning they’d prefer to stay in their current homes rather than relocate or downsize. However, if you’re, say, a 57-year-old widow, you may not need the extra space that a detached home offers. You might also […]
‘I’m definitely taking a hit economically’: South Florida condo market slumps as prices fall, listings surge — is there hidden potential?
There was a time when South Florida’s condo market was red hot. However, changes in regulations and increases in ownership costs have pushed many condo owners in the area to sell. However, the problem is that they’re now all selling at once. Michael Leccese’s one-bedroom, two-bathroom unit at the Sian on South Ocean Drive in […]
I’m 28 years old and my dad’s wealth management guy took me on as a favor — but he’s put my entire $50,000 in a single investment. Is this OK or is he setting me up for disaster?
The benefit of hiring someone to manage your money is getting expert investment advice that protects your portfolio from market volatility while fueling its growth. But, what if you’re paying for advice you don’t agree with? Say you’ve decided to use your father’s wealth manager to oversee your own money, only they decide to put […]
‘I’m suffering from it’: Maryland customers had checks and money orders stolen after being mailed at local post offices — leaving many reeling from the sudden financial hit
When you write out a check and put it in the mail, you expect it to arrive at its proper destination and to get cashed by its intended recipient. But a number of Maryland customers recently learned the hard way that this outcome isn’t always a given. According to WMAR-2 News, several people mailed checks […]
‘Our house is destroyed’: Florida family home flooded with sewage after Pasco County mistake
It was an ordinary day for Pasco County, Florida resident Slawomir Odrzywolski. He had gone off to work on March 26 when he received a frantic phone call from his wife in the middle of the afternoon. "Our house is destroyed," she told her husband. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved […]
Why is the 30% housing rule gross instead of net?: How to figure out the true cost of your housing and budget effectively without overextending yourself
It’s hardly a secret that home prices are soaring on a national scale. In February, the median existing-home sale price rose 3.8% to $398,400 on an annual basis, according to the National Association of REALTORS. Despite mortgage rates being elevated, consumers are continuing to purchase homes. And a limited inventory on a national scale is […]
My wife’s small business has been struggling for 4 years and it’s wrecking our finances — she loves her job but I only make $70K a year and we have 2 kids. Is it time to call it quits
Sometimes, owning a small business can force you and your family into a difficult conversation. Let’s say, for example, that your wife operates an independent coffee shop that’s been struggling for a few years now. She loves her job and she’s motivated to work her way out of these financial struggles, but the business’ decline […]
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 […]
