Couple that earns $268K a year is drowning in $600K of debt. Why Ramit Sethi says their ‘parent-child’ dynamic is ‘toxic’ for their marriage
Money may not be the most romantic topic, but it’s often the one that determines whether a relationship thrives or quietly falls apart. Take, for example, Imani and Michael, who earn $268,000 a year — enough income for most households to feel financially stable. Yet after 24 years of marriage, the couple is drowning in […]
Massive tax changes are coming in 2026. And they hide 3 punishing traps that could cost you thousands. Move now before you get hurt
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) is a massive re-write of the federal tax code. The legislation offers several new credits and deductions that could potentially lower your tax bill in the year ahead. However, it also includes some traps that could limit or even eliminate the tax savings you enjoy. Many of these […]
Nvidia’s stock is on an ‘epic run’ in 2025, but chasing the AI trend could distract investors from this 1 ‘most proven’ path to long-term growth
If you own stock in Nvidia, you’re likely feeling pretty good about the company’s performance in 2025. The tech giant’s stock has been on an incredible run, climbing more than 50% year to date. In fact, its record-setting performance in 2025 launched Nvidia into unchartered territory, as it became the first company ever to reach […]
‘You’re going to have a problem’: Canadian man’s long-distance girlfriend offers to pay his $35K debt. Here’s why Dave Ramsey says that’s a bad idea
Everyone loves free money, but sometimes where that money is coming from needs to be considered before accepting it. Take Garregg, for example, a Canadian man who called in to The Ramsey Show seeking advice on a unique situation. Must Read Real Estate: Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as […]
35-year-old man, who still lives with his parents, asks The Ramsey Show how to retire by 55 — turns out moving out is the first step
Ian from Portland, Oregon, has enjoyed living in a multigenerational household for most of his life. At 35 years old, he’s still living at home with his parents and sister. He recently started a new job and with his new income in play, Ian’s starting to consider his long-term goals. "Just trying to figure out […]
I’m 30 and earning a high income, but buying my first home feels out of reach — should I just hit pause on my 401(k) contributions to make it happen?
Buying a new home is a major financial decision with a hefty price tag. But is it worth slowing down your retirement savings for? That’s the question one high-income earner recently posed. Weldon, 30, lives in a high-cost part of the country and is thinking about pausing his 401(k) contributions temporarily to afford a home. […]
‘It’s all so heartbreaking’: SNAP collapse forces families to turn to pet food banks, with the most desperate surrendering their pets during shutdown
When Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payments were delayed during the record-long government shutdown, the financial fallout hit households in ways policymakers rarely account for. Families weren’t just struggling to feed themselves, but they were also running out of money to feed their pets. Must Read Real Estate: Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now […]
The Fed raises alarm over ‘deterioration’ in the US housing market — here’s what that means for buyers (and why rate cuts may not be a silver bullet)
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. The U.S. housing market is in a slump, and the Federal Reserve has taken notice. Notes from the Fed meeting in September (1) highlighted concerns about a weakening job market alongside potential housing market deterioration. As a result, they cut the […]
Warren Buffett was once asked if his view on investing would change ‘with all these negative factors.’ Here’s his answer
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. The Oracle of Omaha has been investing since childhood, and no matter what happens in the market or the world, he remains unflappable in his dedication to his strategy. He showed his discipline back in 2004 at a Berkshire Hathaway meeting, […]
My 27-year-old son lives with me and works at Wal-Mart. I asked him for $650 a month rent but he refuses to contribute. How do I resolve this?
Forget the concept of ‘childhood home’. For a growing number of adult children, the place they grew up is their adulthood home, too. Rohan Shah, an assistant professor of economics at the University of Mississippi, reports in The Conversation that in just 10 years, 1.5 million more young Americans (34 and under) chose to live […]