Georgia homeowners say they’re stuck with damaged homes after failed inspections — and face thousands in repairs. How could this nightmare happen?
There’s a certain thrill in closing on a new build — no history, no surprises, just a clean slate. At least, that’s the dream. But in South Fulton, Georgia, homeowners in the Rose Crest subdivision say that dream fell apart before they even unpacked. Six months in, they’re finding outlets that don’t work, plumbing that […]
Young adults are investing earlier than ever, and they’re doing it strategically. Here’s how some in Gen Z are playing this year’s volatile market
In years past, Americans would typically start investing in the stock market once they entered their 30s. Baby boomers reportedly began investing at an average age of 35, while those who belong to Gen X began investing at 32 on average, according to the 2024 Schwab Modern Wealth survey (1). Millennials seemed to be much […]
This Florida man paid to have his home lifted by 12 feet — with home elevation on the rise, is it a feasible solution for flood-prone homeowners?
After being displaced by severe flooding in Hudson, Florida, Bobby Laramore and his wife spent nearly a year living in a trailer, waiting for the day they could return home. That day finally came this summer, when their house — now sitting more than 12 feet higher than before — was ready. The couple made […]
Florida man paid $6.7K for a sofa — but after delivery was delayed, he learned the business had closed. What to do if you get stiffed by a seller
Andrew Trautmann was shopping for a new couch when he came across a local furniture company that specializes in Italian leather. After reading a few positive reviews online, Trautmann decided to contact Collier’s Furniture Expo in Seminole County, Florida, about placing an order for a new leather sofa. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you […]
Buyers who rushed to snap up mortgage buydowns just a few years ago are now paying a hefty price — why so many got burned betting against the house
In recent years, many American homebuyers have snatched up new properties with the help of mortgage "buydowns." These incentives from builders temporarily lowered interest rates while the sticker price remained elevated. What seemed like a workaround for high borrowing costs is becoming a cautionary tale as the housing market softens and rates remain high. Must […]
I’m 57 and had to retire after recently becoming disabled. How should I be preparing for a longer retirement than I’d originally planned?
Planning for retirement is a long-term strategy, but sometimes carefully laid plans go awry. If you’re facing an earlier retirement than you planned, it can feel overwhelming. So what are your next steps? Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don’t […]
Health officials scrambling to fix new Medicare directory after report finds widespread coverage errors — how it could leave seniors paying more
In the midst of Medicare’s annual open enrollment period, a government tool designed to look up and compare plans has created massive headaches for older Americans. Federal health officials are now scrambling to fix tech issues, first reported by The Washington Post, that are displaying inaccuracies in the new online directory for Medicare Advantage plans […]
Rich, young Americans are ditching the stock market — here are the alternative assets they’re banking on instead
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Warren Buffett, Elon Musk, and Jeff Bezos are among the wealthiest Americans who ever lived. The majority of their wealth is in stocks. But when it comes to investing in the stock market, today’s rich young Americans are not following in […]
Budget 2025 gives Bank of Canada room to steer recovery, explains BoC Governor Tiff Macklem
After months of economic turbulence, the message from Ottawa is one of cautious optimism — from both Parliament Hill and the Bank of Canada. Bank of Canada (BoC) Governor Tiff Macklem told Canadian senators in early November (1) that the country’s economic slowdown “is more than a cyclical downturn — it is also a structural […]
Ohio man, 24, owes his parents $200K but would rather go on vacation than pay them back. What Dave Ramsey says he should have done in the first place
Among renters in the U.S., 86% want to buy a house, but 54% think that’s unlikely to ever happen, according to a CNN poll. This concern is understandable, as homeownership has grown more expensive in recent years thanks to rising mortgage rates and higher home prices. For one caller to The Ramsey Show, however, that’s […]