‘I was like, whoa’: LA County shoppers were stunned by a recent sales tax hike — some now pay over 11%. Here’s how to protect your budget and avoid getting overcharged
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. If you live in LA County, you could pay more at the checkout. As of April 1, the sales tax rate in unincorporated parts of Los Angeles County — […]
Urgent warning issued for US consumers after ‘security breach’ of 184,000,000 passwords — here’s who’s exposed and how to protect yourself
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. If you’ve been ignoring those pesky "suspicious login" alerts in your inbox, now might be the time to pay attention. Cybersecurity researcher Jeremiah Fowler discovered an unprotected online database […]
Here are 5 things that will likely get more expensive in 2025 — no matter what Trump does in the White House
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. Imported household appliances that are made with steel parts — like washing machines, refrigerators and stoves — will be subject to President Trump’s expanded tariffs starting June 23, according […]
I’m 66 years old, retired, and I own a comfortable house in Fort Worth. I have $143,000 in cash that I’d like to invest for my retirement — what should I do with it?
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. A comfortable home and a healthy nest egg are crucial for ensuring financial security in retirement. With $143,000 in cash, it’s important to avoid letting it sit idle, as […]
Dave Ramsey told podcaster Theo Von about the ‘secret sauce’ for those who want to join the millionaires club. Here’s how to do it — even if you don’t have a six-figure income
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. Dave Ramsey has shared some sage advice for Americans striving for entry into the millionaire club: stick to your plan and be process-oriented to grow your nest egg. Speaking […]
Seniors are feeling insecure about Social Security — what’s fueling retirees’ fears and what they can do to protect their finances in times of uncertainty
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. Retirees are anxious about the future of Social Security as they navigate extreme market volatility and high levels of policy uncertainty. Even some House Republicans are concerned — breaking […]
Residents in this US state now spend 10% of their income on groceries — the highest rate in America. Here’s how struggling families are making ends meet
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. If your grocery bill feels like it’s been getting out of hand lately, you’re certainly not alone — especially if you live in Nevada. A recent LendingTree analysis of […]
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
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. Retirees are flocking to some states in droves. While their motivations aren’t entirely clear, the growing cost of living — especially property taxes — is a likely factor. A […]
This San Diego married couple lives paycheck to paycheck on $500K-$600K a year — admits to $30K in monthly expenses including car lease payments. Here’s Dave Ramsey’s advice
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. Despite earning an estimated combined income of $500,000 to $600,000 a year, Bill from San Diego admits he and his wife struggle to save any money — and it’s […]
‘He’s a coward investor’: Grant Cardone says Warren Buffett’s big investments have 1 crucial trait in common — it makes money ‘while you sleep’ so you don’t have to ‘work until you die’
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. Real estate mogul Grant Cardone isn’t known for holding back, even when sharing his views on investing legends like Warren Buffett. “Warren Buffet does not buy stocks,” Cardone declared […]