‘Check washing’ is now costing Americans over $1 billion each year, says USPIS — how to spot the threat and protect yourself from becoming a statistic
Despite seeming retro, check fraud is experiencing a surprising resurgence, with criminals stealing billions of dollars through these schemes. According to the U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS), "check washing" fraud is inflicting substantial financial damage on Americans. Postal inspectors report intercepting more than $1 billion in fraudulent checks and money orders annually. Despite the rise […]
Tennessee man gets scammed out of $26K after trying to buy 1963 Corvette on Facebook Marketplace — but how can folks still fall for fake listings?
An East Tennessee man’s dream of owning a classic 1963 Corvette turned into a $26,000 disaster after falling victim to a sophisticated Facebook Marketplace scam. The victim, Jim Maidens, a disabled former registered nurse and car enthusiast, wanted the true classic so much he was willing to pay the price, sight unseen. Trending Now Thanks […]
Two Ontario residents are out a combined $90k after they invested in private investment scams. Here’s how you can spot these enticing opportunities for what they are — theft
In the world of investing, the advice “if it’s too good to be true, it probably isn’t,” is a cardinal rule — one that shouldn’t be broken unless there’s reason to do so. Unfortunately, two Ontario residents lost a combined $90,000 after investing with two private investment companies. And they think their money might be […]
Couple making $180K/year say they’re one mistake away ‘from losing everything’ — Ramit Sethi says their problem is a short-term mindset, ‘not math’
Dominique, 33, and Chris, 34, make a combined income of $180,000 per year — and while that may sound like a lot of money, they’re still living paycheck to paycheck. They’re one “f–ck-up away from losing everything,” Dominique told Ramit Sethi on his I Will Teach You To Be Rich podcast. At that moment, Chris […]
Educated young men are feeling stunted as many now struggle to find work in today’s competitive job market — could a ‘he-cession’ be on the horizon?
In July 2025, the U.S. unemployment rate was at 4.2% — which, historically speaking, is rather low. But that doesn’t mean that all job seekers are thriving. An NBC News analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data finds that the unemployment rate among men ages 23 to 30 with a bachelor’s degree has reached 6%. By […]
Stop overpaying — here’s how 15 Canadian stores will match or beat prices so you never waste money again
A great way to save money on a shopping trip is to look out for price match guarantees or price beating policies. Participating stores will usually ask for either a digital or physical proof that a competitor is offering that exact item for a lower price. Not only can price match policies save you money […]
Americans haven’t been this gloomy about the US job market since pandemic — use these 4 quick tips to protect your savings now
If you’re feeling like it’s a hard time to find a job, you’re not alone: The Conference Board reports that as of August, approximately 20% of U.S. consumers say jobs are hard to get. This is up from 18.9% in July [1]. “This [report] supports our view that the labor market has softened and is […]
‘They’re gonna cave like a Walmart tent’: Missouri man’s FICO score dropped and now his IT job is at risk — what Dave Ramsey says to tell his boss
Ren, an IT contractor for financial institutions, recently discovered a problem that has little to do with his work performance and everything to do with his FICO score. He told The Ramsey Show he’s involved in security work for banks, and his FICO score is one of the things directly tied to his job. Trending […]
I’m 50 and have just $60K for retirement because I burned through most of my 401(k) when I quit my old job to take care of my parents. Am I too far behind?
Josh was working a job he loved, but not saving a lot. He knew he should be putting more away for retirement, but life kept getting in the way. Then his parents got sick. Trending Now Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you […]
76% of newcomers fear financial missteps, TD survey finds
Many recent immigrants say they feel held back by a lack of knowledge about investing, banking and Canada’s economy. More than three-quarters (76%) of newcomers to Canada say they’re anxious about making a financial mistake, according to a new survey from TD. The findings suggest that while ambition is strong among recent immigrants, many feel […]