Costco members push back on new shopping rules — here’s the 1 big change that’s causing a stir. Does it bother you?
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Costco just started offering its top-tier members something regular shoppers can’t buy: an empty store. Since June 30, the warehouse giant’s Executive Members have been able to shop on weekdays starting at 9 a.m. — which is one hour earlier than […]
Viral TikTok shows panic aboard plane after Trump’s surprise $100K H1-B visa fee announcement — why the move could have major consequences for the US
A TikTok from @sreela.r showing anxious travelers stepping off an Emirates jet went viral after news broke of a surprise $100,000 fee tied to new H-1B petitions. The clip captured private panic in public view as workers wondered whether their jobs, start dates and long-planned moves had just been cancelled with the stroke of a […]
This 1 group of prospective homeowners are nearly 30% more likely to get denied a mortgage due to their debt-to-income ratio — what to do if it’s you
Young single women are buying houses at a rate higher than ever before, but they’re also facing a serious barrier: They have much higher denial rates for mortgages than men. According to research from LendingTree, “sole” women now account for 21.9% of potential homebuyers as of 2024. However, systemic barriers are keeping a number of […]
New scam targeting airline passengers, results in a reported “influx” of fraud. How it works and why your baggage tags are key
“Toss your bag tags at home!” was the subject line of a recent Reddit post by someone who claimed to know their risks as a Delta Airlines baggage claims manager. They warned that Delta is “getting an influx of fraudulent claims” where scammers use the information from discarded airline baggage tags — the adhesive ones […]
Here are 5 smart things wealthy baby boomers do with their money that basically guarantees them a comfy lifestyle — are you following in their footsteps?
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. We adhere to strict standards of editorial integrity to help you make decisions with confidence. Some or all links contained within this article are paid links. Legendary actress Bette Davis famously said, “Getting old ain’t for sissies.” And neither is saving […]
‘We owe over $1 million’: A Chicago man who tried to be a private lender is now in ‘big financial trouble.’ Shocked ‘Ramsey Show’ hosts respond
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. A caller to The Ramsey Show astounded the hosts recently when he declared that he and his wife were $1 million in debt. “I’m in big financial trouble,” he told hosts of “The Ramsey Show”. “We owe over $1 million all […]
Fed up with fees: Over half of Canadians have switched banks over fees — and many more are considering it
A new Money.ca reader poll reveals that 53% of respondents have already switched financial institutions at least once because of increasing fees. Another 13% say they are actively looking to switch, while 23% are watching fees closely and may move if costs climb further. That means nearly 9 in 10 Canadians are either ready to […]
Zappos founder’s family left shocked after mysterious will appears, naming surprise heirs to his $500M estate — how to avoid blindsiding your kin
A mysterious will mailed to a Las Vegas courthouse has thrown the future of a late visionary’s $500-million estate into chaos — and no one seems to know where it came from. It may sound like the plot for a blockbuster movie, but it’s the real-life legacy of late Zappos founder Tony Hsieh. Must Read […]
I’m 61 with a stellar resumé but I’ve failed to get a job — or even an interview — since my layoff 10 months ago. Do I need to conceal my age?
Imagine this scenario: Gary has been job hunting for the past 10 months after being laid off by his previous employer. He has a ton of experience and excellent references, but here’s the catch: he’s 61. While he’s sent out countless resumes, he worries that he’s already aged out of the workforce. At the same […]
New York man wants to borrow from his 401(k) to pay off $33K in debt. Dave Ramsey is vehemently against the idea, but does it ever make sense?
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. If you’re in debt, you’re not alone. Experian reports that the average U.S. consumer pays $1,237 in monthly debt across their various obligations (1). Meanwhile, median weekly earnings for American workers were $1,196 during the second quarter of 2025, per the […]