Young Georgia man’s BMW repossessed despite making all payments on brutal 34.9% interest loan — and dealer refuses to say why. Glitch or scam?
A Georgia car dealership put the brakes on a young man’s ride when it repossessed his vehicle after allegedly stopping the automatic withdrawals he’d arranged for the sky-high 34.9% interest loan. (1) And now they say that the only way the 20-year-old Cherokee County resident can get his car back by paying the balance in […]
I nearly wasted my first $2,000 — here’s what every Canadian newbie investor needs to know
If you’ve got $2,000 saved up, you can buy a variety of happiness-inducing items or experiences. You could spend it on a fancy computer, a purebred puppy or a flight to some sunny destination. But as tempting as those choices sound, I’d consider doing the more “responsible thing” and using that money to start a […]
If you want to help your heirs bypass probate when you die, here are 5 assets to avoid putting in a living trust
If you will, allow us to present the hypothetical case of Pete Moneywise, a married 78-year-old father of three who wants to get his financial affairs in order before he dies. Though he exists only in the confines of this article, his situation reflects what countless retirement-age people face as they draw up their wills […]
Millennials are the ‘biggest losers’ in US society, according to recent data. Here’s why — what you can do to help build lasting financial security
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. A quick Google search reveals that millennials are often characterized as entitled whiners who are quick to complain about their financial struggles — but it’s not a fair assessment. There’s a reason why millennials — typically defined as between the age […]
My mom, 85, has stopped paying her credit card and is already $25K in debt — but will I eventually be the one to feel the impact of her freefall?
Imagine Jean, a 51-year-old woman from Florida, who cares for her elderly mother. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don’t have to deal with tenants or fix freezers. Here’s how Dave Ramsey warns nearly 50% of Americans are making 1 […]
I was recently parking in a busy lot and another driver claimed I dinged her car but I know I didn’t. Now she’s involving insurance — what can I do?
Nobody wants to get dinged for a dent that’s not their fault. But it happens, especially with minor mishaps in parking lots where car scratches or dents can appear seemingly out of nowhere. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don’t […]
Pennsylvania high school grads avoid college to start careers in trades — some begin at $70K/year. Are ‘dirty jobs’ key to the American Dream?
For decades, going off to college was seen as the surest path to a successful career. But that notion is shifting. More high school graduates are deciding to skip the dorms and degrees, opting instead for trade programs that lead directly to high-paying, hands-on work. That’s the case at Father Judge High School in Philadelphia, […]
Moncton businesses say crime is hitting their bottom line
Downtown Moncton’s business community is speaking out against what it calls an alarming rise in crime — and the growing financial fallout that’s coming with it. The newly formed Enough is Enough Coalition, made up of business owners, landlords and property managers, is demanding action from all levels of government. In a statement last week, […]
Senator warns health insurance costs will spike for 20M+ Americans without tax credit extension — do these 3 things now before the Dec. 31 expiration
New Hampshire Senator Jeanne Shaheen added her voice to the chorus of Democrats, some Republicans and numerous experts sounding the alarm about the consequences of letting the Affordable Care Act (ACA) enhanced premium tax credits expire at the end of this year. The senator appeared on CNBC’s Squawk Box recently to explain how not extending […]
A dozen tips and hacks every Amazon shopper should know
Everyone loves the convenience of online shopping, but Amazon must be doing something special to get this many people to commit to a $99 subscription. As of 2025, about 57% of Canadian adults subscribe to Amazon Prime (1) representing roughly 17 million Canadians. Part of the draw is the convenience. According to Queue-It, a leading […]