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 […]
Grocery and rent costs push Canada’s inflation rate up to 2.4% in September
Canada’s inflation rate ticked higher in September, marking the first acceleration in headline inflation since May. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 2.4% year over year, up from 1.9% in August, according to Statistics Canada’s latest report (1). The jump reflects a slower decline in gasoline and travel prices, alongside renewed upward pressure on groceries. […]
New York couple in their 70s have moved 4 times in retirement — and are expecting a fifth. Here are 5 things retirees get wrong about relocating
A retired couple who moved from New York’s Hudson Valley to Colorado decided to move once again because of climbing rental costs, and bought a home in coastal Florida. But as an interracial couple, Kate Ferriter says that she and her husband, Terry Moore, felt unwelcome in their new neighborhood. “The prejudice, the insults, the […]
My income hasn’t increased with inflation — but the prices at my wholesale retailer have. Are minimal savings still worth my membership fee?
Membership at a place like Costco or Sam’s Club can help you stock your kitchen pantry for less, but what if the prices at your warehouse club store keep rising while your paycheck stays the same? The fact is, no retailer is immune to Inflation, not even a warehouse club. And inflation is definitely up. […]
‘Don’t do it’: Dave Ramsey warns Phoenix homeowner considering a switch to solar as 30% tax credit sunsets — explains when the move is worth it
As the sun sets on the 30% federal tax credit for residential solar panels at the end of 2025, many homeowners are determining whether the cost eclipses the return on investment. One caller, Sid from Phoenix, Arizona, asked The Ramsey Show exactly that, prompting Dave Ramsey to issue a clear verdict: "Don’t do it." The […]
‘Let go of this dream’: LA woman makes $142K — but has $250K in bad debt and a $4,800 mortgage payment. Ramsey Show hosts call for drastic action
A woman in Los Angeles called into The Ramsey Show to ask if it was time to file for bankruptcy after racking up more than $230,000 in debt — despite earning $142,000 a year. She said her financial situation was causing her to lose sleep. She told the hosts that she is carrying approximately $115,000 […]
Broke on a $665K salary: This surgeon and his wife didn’t realize their advisor was charging a high fee until Ramit Sethi set things straight
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Jeff, 50, is a specialized surgeon. His wife Susan, 48, is a stay-at-home mom. Even though Jeff earns an enviable $665,000 a year, the couple — married 19 years — are still struggling to pay the bills. Finance expert Ramit Sethi […]
Burnout is rising among Canadians — and many say their workplace isn’t helping
Canadian workers are being exhausted at rising rates, with 39% saying they feel burnt out, up from 35% last year, according to a new national survey from Mental Health Research Canada (MHRC) and Canada Life. Behind those numbers is a familiar story: Employees are struggling to keep up with workloads, stress and economic pressures — […]
TikToker goes viral warning her new Toyota requires a paid subscription to use basic features — is she right and are these services worth it?
Recently TikTok user @otwdesigncrystal shared a video complaining about alleged subscription costs for her new Toyota, and it got over a million views. [1] 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 […]
Canadians are losing record amounts to fraud — and that risk follows them overseas
Fraud and scams are not longer just a domestic problem. According to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, Canadians reported 108,878 fraud incidents in 2024, with total losses exceeding $638 million — the highest on record. Don’t Miss Want to retire with an extra $1.3M? See how Dave Ramsey’s viral 7-step plan helps millions kill debt and […]