Is living in 1 of these 3 states sending your car insurance sky high? How to drive down costs no matter where you live
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Why is car insurance so expensive for someone living in a certain state, but much more affordable for the same person if they move to a different state? There are many reasons for this significant imbalance, but the main issue comes […]
Dallas woman wants to buy an RV to live in with her husband, toddler and 2 dogs — but with only $2.5K in savings and $40K in debt, The Ramsey Show hosts have serious concerns about her plan
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Sometimes, when you’re in dire financial straits, your parents can bail you out. That’s what happened to Rachel from Dallas, Texas, who recently called into The Ramsey Show (1) looking for advice. Rachel’s home flooded in 2023, so her parents helped […]
Are you 5 years out from retirement? Here are the 5 things you must do now. It will make the difference between comfort and running out cash
The final five years before you retire is when your financial journey transforms from a marathon into a quick sprint. The average retirement age in America is 62, according to a survey by MassMutual (1), and if you’re in your late-50s or early-60s, your top priority should be bolstering your nest egg as much as […]
China’s new influencer crackdown bans unqualified voices from covering these ‘sensitive topics’ to fight misinformation — should the US do the same?
In October 2025, the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) introduced sweeping new rules for the creator economy. (1) If you’re an online influencer in China and you publish content on what the regulators deem “sensitive topics” — namely medicine, finance, education or law — you must now hold professional credentials such as a degree, licence […]
Las Vegas campaign looks to reel in new visitors after a slumping summer season — but it’s not the only hot spot seeing a decline. What’s going on?
Las Vegas has been synonymous with getaways since its glamorous heyday in the ’60s. Since it was once such a popular destination, it may seem odd that the city needs to launch an ad campaign to get people to visit. Surprisingly, though, that’s exactly what’s happening. The new campaign, called "Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas,” […]
Labubus are causing a collector frenzy, as 1 rare doll sells for $150K. But can the hype hold or will the plushie soon go the way of the Beanie Baby?
Collecting stuffed toys isn’t exactly groundbreaking. But if you’ve noticed a mischievous little elf-monster dangling from someone’s handbag or even a scuffle breaking out in the toy aisle, you’ve probably crossed paths with the Labubu — this season’s unlikeliest It item. Just ask Manna Wang, a Hong Kong insurance agent who went so far as […]
Florida woman borrowed $30K for a car whose ‘engine blew up’ — and the company behind her $6K warranty won’t pay. Ramsey Show hosts try to sort it out
When Ami drove her newly purchased used car off the lot, she thought she was set. Instead, she ended up with a blown engine, a $30,000 loan and a $6,000 warranty that won’t pay up — and now she’s fighting to keep her life from stalling out. When everything went south, the Tampa resident took […]
My husband, 39, died, leaving me with about $500K in debt between our mortgage, credit card and his consumer debt — will I be stuck paying it all?
When her husband Marcus died of a heart attack at 39, Elena was left with more than grief. The Seattle schoolteacher was suddenly a single mom with two small kids. She was also saddled with massive debt, including a $340,000 mortgage, a joint home-equity line of credit (HELOC) with a $50,000 balance and a shared […]
Burnout is rising among Canadians — and many say their workplace isn’t helping
Canadian workers are being exhausted at rising rates, with 39% saying they feel burnt out, up from 35% last year, according to a new national survey from Mental Health Research Canada (MHRC) and Canada Life. Behind those numbers is a familiar story: Employees are struggling to keep up with workloads, stress and economic pressures — […]
Dave Ramsey tells a mechanic from Canada what to do after learning he makes $200,000/year but has nothing to show for it
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. 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 […]