Ready to retire with $1,000,000? Here are 3 big risks that can quickly turn your retirement dreams into a nightmare — even with a healthy nest egg. Protect against them now
Many hard-working Americans dream of a retirement with no stress, no daily commute and no demanding boss. Life will surely be better with the freedom to do what you want, when you want… right? Even if you have a decent nest egg of $1 million, there are potential downsides to retirement that you’ll want to […]
‘Everything we had’: LA family devastated after jewelry store targeted in shocking Hollywood-style heist — with millions gone, owner says it’s left his 71-year-old dad’s retirement at risk
It seems like a plotline out of a Hollywood blockbuster: thieves cutting through a concrete wall in the middle of the night to break into a neighboring jewelry store and steal more than $2 million in cash and jewels. But that’s what happened in a brazen heist to family-owned 5 Star Jewelry and Watch Repair […]
‘Trying to put my life back together’: Aussie nurse’s life upended after scammers drain her bank account, open loans in her name — here’s how to protect yourself from ‘phone porting’ scams
An Australian nurse had her life upended when scammers hijacked her phone number, drained her bank accounts and opened loans in her name — all within 24 hours. “They were able to change my email, passwords,” Lee-Anne McLean told 9News. “They broke into my social media and they opened bank loans.” And she doesn’t know […]
New Texas state law allows fracking wastewater to be used for crops amid a looming ‘severe shortage of water’ — but it’s got some farmers and ranchers on edge
Texas is facing a major water shortage. The state’s population is projected to grow 73% by 2070, while its water supply is expected to shrink by 18%. Already, aging infrastructure is leaking over 570,000 acre-feet of water each year, and officials warn that by 2030, Texas could face a severe shortage. The state’s two main […]
I’m 51 and have no debt except a mortgage. My job is offering me a payout when I leave — should I take a $71,000 lump sum or $455 per month for life?
Lester, a 51-year-old from Pittsburgh, has no debt aside from his mortgage. The company he works for recently sent a letter to employees offering them a lump-sum payment when they leave in return for ending their participation in the company’s pension plan. He can choose a one-time payout of $71,000, or he can opt to […]
There’s a new ‘magic number’ Americans say they’ll need to retire comfortably — and it’s a shocking change since 2024. Here’s how to reach it ASAP without turning to sorcery
Humans often seek easy answers and shortcuts. This is not always a flaw, but a form of efficiency. So, it’s no surprise that we want a ‘magic’ answer to one of the biggest financial decisions we need to make: how much to save for retirement. As a result, we often have a ‘magic number’ in […]
Banks are opening dozens of new branches in this 1 part of America — in the age of apps, online banking. Here’s the state and why
In the era of mobile apps and digital banking, it’s not surprising that several banks are shuttering some of their branches. But now, at least in some markets, a few banks are actually opening brand-new branches. An average of 1,646 branches have closed each year in the U.S. since 2018, according to an analysis of […]
Are US taxpayers getting ‘DOGE dividend’ checks? What we know about the idea floated by Trump and Musk — and if we do get them, why they might only cover a fraction of the cost of tariffs
Back in February, James Fishback, founder and CEO of investment firm Azoria, proposed the idea of a “DOGE dividend” on social media. It was an idea that caught the attention of Elon Musk. “American taxpayers deserve a ‘DOGE Dividend’: 20% the money that DOGE saves should be sent back to hard-working Americans as a tax […]
Friends with benefits: These 2 Chicago couples pooled their money to buy their ‘forever home’ together — what’s behind this ‘transformative shift’ in how Americans approach homeownership
When Austin Mark and his husband, Bryan, moved back to Chicago from the West Coast in 2024, they wanted to buy a house. They also wanted plenty of living space. They were able to bid on a bigger home, and put down a bigger down payment, because they teamed up with their friends, Nate and […]
‘Porch pirates have clear favorites’: Texas man designs ‘smart mailbox’ to protect packages from theft — what you need to know to keep your property safe from ‘a crime of opportunity’
Online shopping is here to stay — and it seems so are porch pirates. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don’t panic. Here are 6 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) Robert Kiyosaki warns of a ‘Greater Depression’ coming to […]