From ashes to adobe: California wildfire victims turn to ‘radical’ building technique using ‘SuperAdobe’ — consisting of sandbags, dirt and barbed wire — to ‘beat nature at its own game’
In the wake of destruction from the January wildfires, some residents in Greater Los Angeles are looking to build back better. And, for some, that means turning to the past for future solutions. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don’t panic. Here are 5 […]
‘It barely rained and it poured in’: Florida man spent $43K on new windows but installation caused leaks, failed inspection. How to find good contractors, and what to do if a reno goes wrong
In November 2024, Florida resident Dominic Lampos paid $43,000 for 22 windows and a sliding glass door from Home Depot for a home renovation. He told Tampa’s WFLA News Channel 8 that, aside from his house, it’s the largest purchase he’s ever made. Home Depot sent subcontractors to install the windows — but, unfortunately, they […]
This 1 money-saving tactic is wildly popular in America — but it’s becoming an illusion to make you spend more. Here’s why ‘spaving’ could be costing you thousands
Collecting loyalty points such as frequent flyer miles and credit card rewards can help you net a variety of perks, from free products to exclusive discounts to premium member tiers. But in many cases, the value of loyalty points is diminishing, making it harder to reach those goals. And that’s led to “spaving,” which could […]
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 […]
Trump wants to ‘abolish’ the IRS and replace federal income tax revenue with tariffs on imports — how would such a move affect middle-class Americans?
U.S. President Donald Trump plans to replace income taxes with tariffs, but what does that mean for the average middle-class American? Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don’t panic. Here are 5 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) You’re probably […]
My partner of 2 years is drowning in $80K credit card debt and kept it a secret from me — now he wants to move in with his parents while he pays it off. We’re in our 30s. What should I do?
It’s understandable if you’re not keen on moving in with your boyfriend’s family or visiting him at his parents’ house. Your life goals may also be put on hold while he sorts out his finances. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don’t panic. Here […]
Montana farmers — left in limbo as Trump’s ‘random’ tariffs threaten their livelihood — fight back, throwing support behind bill to ‘bring stability and accountability’ to US trade policy
A 25% tariff on Canadian imports has left Montana farmers in limbo and worried about their livelihoods, given Canada is Montana’s largest trading partner. “Many of our farmers, their closest supplier or their closest buyer is from Canada,” Walter Schweitzer, president of Montana Farmers Union (MFU), told NBC Montana. “And they’ve been receiving letters telling […]
Texas police recover 4 stolen GMC trucks from Houston worth $220K linked to VIN cloning ring — what crimes like these can mean for your wallet down the road
Police in Hays County, Texas recently recovered four stolen GMC Denali trucks traced back to Houston valued at more than $220,000. On each of the trucks, the vehicle identification number (VIN) had been “cloned” to dupe unsuspecting buyers. The vehicles were located after an investigation by the Hays County Sheriff’s Auto Theft Unit and other […]
Hundreds of Detroit-area auto workers temporarily laid off by GM and Stellantis amid economic uncertainty — how to protect your finances when you’re furloughed
Across Metro Detroit, hundreds of General Motors and Stellantis auto workers have been temporarily laid off this year. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don’t panic. Here are 5 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) You’re probably already overpaying for […]
Finance professor bought Nvidia at US$0.48/share — but sold early and missed a life-changing gain of more than 25,000%. Here’s how investors can avoid his mistake 2025
Long-term investing can test even the most disciplined investors. With markets swinging on everything from AI breakthroughs to political headwinds, the temptation to act emotionally — especially during big wins or downturns — is real. Amos Nadler, a behavioural finance expert and former professor at Western University’s Ivey Business School, knows this first-hand. Years ago, […]