‘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 […]
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 […]
This unemployed Texas man pays $1,200/month for his $56,000 car, has $94,000 in total debt — he blames it on a weird ‘dynamic’ with mother-in-law. Dave Ramsey doesn’t buy 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. American households carry $1.66 trillion in auto loan balances collectively, according to the Federal Reserve. While there may be many different excuses that justify taking on massive auto debt, […]
Super-rich Americans like Mark Zuckerberg and Jay-Z have taken out mortgages for homes they can easily afford — here’s why
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 many people, the only way to afford a home is to finance it with a mortgage and pay off that loan over time. During the first quarter of […]
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’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 […]
‘Living in a nightmare’: Texas nurse abandons 3-year-old home — says microwave kept fogging up before house deemed ‘uninhabitable.’ How to protect your number one investment
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. Ashley Frazier, a 25-year-old critical care nurse from La Marque, Texas, purchased her first home less than two years ago, thinking she’d found a great deal. At the time, […]
US credit card debt hit a record of $1.21 trillion — how can Americans dig their way out of this hole?
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 no surprise that Americans often rely heavily on credit cards to make ends meet. And with a recent period of rampant inflation, it’s equally unsurprising that credit card […]
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 DOGE cuts, extreme market volatility and high levels of policy uncertainty. Even some House Republicans are concerned […]