I lost all faith in US banks in 2009 — but now I’m 52 with $650,000 in cash sitting in a safe at home. What do I do with this pile of money?
We adhere to strict standards of editorial integrity to help you make decisions with confidence. Some or all links contained within this article are paid links. Anyone who lived through the Great Recession remembers the tremendous economic turmoil that took place. While the economy has since recovered, many people became wary of financial institutions. Some […]
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent claims American economy has become ‘hooked’ and ‘addicted’ to excess government spending — warns of ‘detox period.’ 3 ways to shockproof your portfolio
We adhere to strict standards of editorial integrity to help you make decisions with confidence. Some or all links contained within this article are paid links. For much of last year, President Donald Trump promised “extraordinary” economic benefits from his policies and “the brightest economic future the world has ever seen” for the country. But […]
‘What we’re doing is very big’: Trump says he won’t rule out a recession — here are 3 simple strategies to help keep your finances safe in a downturn
We adhere to strict standards of editorial integrity to help you make decisions with confidence. Some or all links contained within this article are paid links. Sometimes what leaders don’t say speaks the loudest. So, when U.S. President Donald Trump refused to rule out a recession amid a wave of price-increasing tariffs and stubborn inflation, […]
I’m 61 and recently got laid off, but I’m not a prime candidate for employment at my age. I still want to work, but no one will hire me. What can I do?
We adhere to strict standards of editorial integrity to help you make decisions with confidence. Some or all links contained within this article are paid links. Getting laid off can be a harsh blow at any age. But at 61, it can be an extremely difficult thing. Even if you’re well qualified to do what […]
‘Worse than a recession’: Billionaire investor Ray Dalio says Trump’s economic agenda could be catapulting America toward a world order ‘very much like the 1930s’
We adhere to strict standards of editorial integrity to help you make decisions with confidence. Some or all links contained within this article are paid links. The founder of Bridgewater Associates, one of the world’s largest hedge funds, has voiced concern that President Donald Trump’s economic agenda could lead to “something worse than a recession.” […]
Here are 5 big things that disappear after you retire in America — are you ready to lose them all?
We adhere to strict standards of editorial integrity to help you make decisions with confidence. Some or all links contained within this article are paid links. Retirement is supposed to be the reward after decades of hard work. Morning alarms, office politics and exhausting commutes … gone. The idea of finally having full control of […]
‘Checks don’t come in the same’: Cam Newton says it ‘hurts’ not being able to provide for his 8 kids like he once did after losing $6M NFL salary — admits he’s just a man, not ‘Superman’
We adhere to strict standards of editorial integrity to help you make decisions with confidence. Some or all links contained within this article are paid links. Cam Newton, once one of the NFL’s most electrifying quarterbacks, is now tackling a challenge far off the field: the struggle of losing income. At 35, Newton’s days as […]
Don’t retire in America until you reach these 6 ‘must-hit’ milestones — how many have you crossed off the list so far?
We adhere to strict standards of editorial integrity to help you make decisions with confidence. Some or all links contained within this article are paid links. Most people spend countless hours planning their retirement before the big day finally arrives. After all, it usually takes a lifetime of saving to confidently exit the workforce and […]
I’m 63 years old, worked hard my entire life, and I just got fired after announcing my retirement. Is that even legal — and what are my options from here?
We adhere to strict standards of editorial integrity to help you make decisions with confidence. Some or all links contained within this article are paid links. Announcing your retirement a few months in advance is often considered a courtesy to your company. Not only does it give your employer time to manage the transition and […]
Rich older Americans are using these 3 retirement saving strategies to supercharge their nest eggs — here’s how to use them to prepare for a comfy retirement
We adhere to strict standards of editorial integrity to help you make decisions with confidence. Some or all links contained within this article are paid links. The U.S. Department of Labor estimates you’ll need 70-90% of your pre-retirement income to maintain your standard of living in your golden years. Americans expect they will need $1.26 […]
