Maryland man is struggling with whether or not to break up over his girlfriend’s lack of financial ambition. How Dave Ramsey says they can overcome it
Recently, Dave from Maryland called into The Ramsey Show with a question about money and relationships. Specifically, Dave, who is 48, was trying to decide whether to commit to his girlfriend, who is 44, but he had some concerns about financial disparities between them (1). "I’ve been struggling for a while now in my current […]
I just lost my job and my credit card company says it will write off $10,000 on a $30,000 debt. Should I accept?
Getting out of debt isn’t easy — especially after a job loss. Credit card balances can balloon fast once income dries up, and even small expenses start piling on interest. Sometimes, credit card companies will agree to "write off" some or all of your debt. But there are catches. Here’s what it means to have […]
I replaced my mother-in-law’s roof without a contract because she’s family — but then she stiffed me for nearly $20,000. What are my options?
Jason, a licensed builder, agreed to replace his mother-in-law’s roof for $20,000, after it was damaged in a serious storm. But he didn’t bother to draw up any paperwork to formalize the job. After all, this was family. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 […]
One tech firm says Air Canada owes passengers more than $66 million in compensation for strike-related inconveniences — but Canadian laws could make getting that money difficult
After reaching an impasse in negotiations between the Air Canada component of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), a 72-hour strike notice was given on August 13. Three days later, over 100,000 Air Canada employees walked off the job in protest. Though it has been over a month since the strike concluded, the effects […]
New Yorkers are driving into debt from MTA toll fees, and 1 resident is crying ‘highway robbery’ after a $35K charge. Here’s the agency’s pithy reply
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Have you ever been charged an excessive toll fee you didn’t understand? Lately, some New Yorkers across the state are going into serious debt thanks to Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) fees that suddenly explode with late charges, even when notices are […]
This Costco item’s price soared 74% in 2 years before limits hit. Here’s how investors can still ride the boom
For bargain hunters, Costco has long been a go-to destination. Case in point: gold bars. In late 2023, Costco began selling two types of 1-ounce gold bars: the PAMP Suisse Lady Fortuna Veriscan bar and the Rand Refinery bar, priced at US$1,979.99 and US$1,949.99, respectively, according to Business Insider. Despite the hefty price tag, both […]
Michigan woman says her husband racked up $46K in debt on ‘toys’ and now they can’t move out of her parent’s home — what Ramsey Show hosts say to do
Renee from Michigan called The Ramsey Show with a dilemma many Americans can relate to: she and her husband moved into her parents’ home four years ago to save money and get help with childcare — but instead of using the opportunity to get ahead, their debt has exploded. They started with $10,000 in debt. […]
‘Your life will start to change’: Suze Orman shared a money rule she believes is the key to financial security for Americans — can you follow it?
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Suze Orman has spent decades improving the financial outcomes of many Americans. The financial advisor and host of The Suze Orman Show has written 10 consecutive bestselling books on personal finance and has given countless speeches on the subject. She also […]
Kentucky’s big bourbon brands are seeing ‘concerning’ plunge in sales — but are Trump’s tariffs 100% to blame? Here’s the truth
For years, bourbon drinkers stayed loyal to their favorite labels. But shifting consumer tastes and looming tariffs are starting to leak from a cracked pot. Sales of Kentucky’s biggest brands are sliding, and new trade measures under the Trump administration are adding pressure. Canada — once one of the biggest buyers of American booze — […]
Don’t fall for 1 of the biggest Social Security traps in the book. Here’s why delaying until 70 can be a serious mistake for ‘patient’ Americans
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Are you considering delaying your Social Security retirement benefit until age 70, assuming the break-even age is 80? While this strategy might work for some, it’s not the best decision for everyone. The amount of your benefit depends on the average […]