Warren Buffett says tariffs are like America gloating ‘hahaha, we’ve won’ to rest of the world — warns it’s risky to use trade as a weapon with 8 nations having nuclear bombs. Do you agree?
President Donald Trump’s trade war and the rise of protectionist policies have stoked fears that global commerce is now a zero-sum contest, and legendary investor Warren Buffett is concerned about where we’re headed. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don’t panic. Here are 5 […]
Former SSA chief says media’s ‘Social Security hysteria’ is false — claims Trump team has already paid $14.8B in long-delayed benefits to 2.2M Americans. But are things really getting better?
As Americans got increasingly uneasy about the future of the Social Security program, former acting commissioner Leland Dudek wrote an opinion piece in the New York Post in an attempt to soothe some of these concerns. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don’t panic. […]
This 35-year-old left America for India and started a ‘Cali-style’ burrito business — today it brings in $23,000,000 in sales. Here’s the top 3 secrets to his explosive overseas success
Introducing burritos to the land of biryani is a genuinely unconventional business idea. Yet, this experiment has turned into a massive success for 35-year-old American entrepreneur Bert Mueller. In a recent interview with CNBC Make It, the young entrepreneur described how he discovered that Mexican cuisine was a perfect match for the Indian palate, which […]
Americans in their 20s are increasingly ditching college — and getting into trades. About 1.4M fewer students at 4-year universities. But are blue collar jobs in the US really more secure?
Would you rather spend four years accumulating significant debt only to face a competitive job market or enroll in a program at a trade school that equips you with a steady income and leaves you with a managable loan balance? That’s the question many young Americans are asking themselves as the economy shifts in fundamental […]
Josh Hawley blasted Allstate CEO for making $26M last year — while company couldn’t ‘afford’ to pay out claims. Accused insurance giant of altering reports to pad profits. Here’s his evidence
Most homeowners believe their insurance policies will protect them when disaster strikes. But that illusion shattered for Natalia Migal. Testifying before the U.S. Senate, she recalled how Hurricane Helene ravaged her Georgia home, only for her insurer Allstate to offer a mere $46,000 for repairs, despite independent assessments putting the damage closer to $500,000. Don’t […]
Broke young Americans in their 20s may be suffering now — but they’re on track to become richer than you. How $74 trillion will turn ramen noodle dinners into caviar dreams
Gen Z consumers across the world are so financially stretched right now they’re financing burritos with buy-now-pay-later schemes. But their financial lives could look remarkably different in just a few years, according to a recent report by the Bank of America. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what […]
Think you’re ‘middle class’ in America? This income level says you’re probably wrong
The term ‘“middle class” is often discussed but rarely defined. It’s a term the majority of Americans would use to define themselves, yet most people don’t know whether their household truly fits into this category. Based on the Pew Research Center’s analysis of government data, roughly 49% of Americans don’t actually fall into the middle […]
This heavy-duty mechanic from Canada makes $200,000/year — but has nothing to show for it. Says he’s ‘kind of just living.’ Here’s what Dave Ramsey told him to do ASAP
On paper, Jackson’s debt-free status and $200,000 annual salary might look like an easy ticket to financial freedom. But in reality, the 25-year-old heavy-duty mechanic from Canada admits he’s often staring at a bank account that doesn’t reflect his hard work or financial progress. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old and have nothing saved for […]
Trump has a plan to abolish the IRS forever — here are 5 crucial things it could mean for your money
After rushing to file your taxes before the April 15 deadline, the fantasy of living in a world without the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) might feel especially tempting. It’s certainly on the mind of President Donald Trump, who wants to “abolish the IRS,” according to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. Don’t miss I’m 49 years old […]
Bitcoin soared 152% in a year (getting thumbs up from Elon Musk) —so why does Bill Gates say it’s a trap for smart people who aren’t billionaires?
Bill Gates is widely known as the billionaire who co-founded Microsoft, but one of the other factors that has contributed to his wealth is his pragmatic, relatively-conservative investment strategy. For example, take the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Trust portfolio. Its investments include stakes in railways, waste management and fast food restaurants, which are considered […]
