How much is the average Social Security check of a middle-class retiree?

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. Social Security is an important piece of the retirement puzzle, particularly for middle-class retirees who count on the safety net to supplement their post-career income. But if you see […]

Walmart CEO says food prices are a major source of ‘frustration and pain’ for lower income customers. Here’s what’s to blame for rising prices and what you can do to save

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. Soaring food prices have been hurting consumers for years. But things are coming to a head, especially as retailers and consumers grapple with tariff concerns. Walmart CEO Doug McMillon […]

‘It’s a money pit’: Peter Schiff says a house ‘depletes your savings’ and costs you a ‘crazy’ amount of money, believes that renting is a ‘better option’ for many Americans. Do you agree?

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. Buying and owning a house is often considered a significant financial investment and a milestone in personal wealth building. However, economist Peter Schiff believes that this notion is simply […]

The world’s ultra-rich including Musk, Zuckerberg, and Bezos added $2 trillion to their vaults this year — steal these 6 money-boosting moves now and ride along for the next big jump

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 39th annual Forbes billionaire list is out, and it’s a jaw-dropper. The number of billionaires has surged to 3,028, a record for the list. Together, these individuals hold […]

‘I learned the hard way’: Dave Bautista said his house was foreclosed on and he ‘lost everything’ after leaving WWE — but got the ‘best’ money advice from ‘The Undertaker’

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 Bautista is among the few professional wrestlers who successfully transitioned to a career in Hollywood. Millions of fans followed his journey from the ring to the silver screen, […]

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 […]

‘I get euphoric’: Warren Buffett once said he ‘loves it’ when the US stock market does this one thing — and highlights a ‘huge advantage’

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. In the wake of President Donald Trump’s reciprocal tariff announcements markets have see-sawed as investors try to find their footing — but depending on your investment perspective this might […]

I just discovered my dad owes $200,000 to the IRS, hasn’t filed taxes in years, and has a lien on the house my mom paid for. How can I protect her and should I even help him fix this mess?

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 IRS requires most Americans to file a tax return every year to ensure they’re up to date on the taxes they owe. The IRS typically won’t knock on […]

‘$1M? That’s it?! No, thank you’: Ramit Sethi calls out the worst financial advice he’s ever received, challenging the retirement advice most Americans still follow

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. It’s the advice you hear passed around like a family recipe: Work hard, save consistently, and one day you’ll retire comfortably. But what if this so-called tried-and-true advice is […]