My 85-year-old grandmother nearly lost $50,000 to a sophisticated scam. Here’s how it worked and how you can protect your loved ones
With so many new scams targeting seniors and retirees, there are likely many Americans who worry about their parents or grandparents getting scammed out of large amounts of money. Take Greg, for example. Greg, who has an 85-year-old grandmother, knows firsthand just how elaborate and predatory scammers can be when targeting seniors. Trending Now Thanks […]
My father is 54, owns his home but has just $10,000 saved for retirement. I have no idea how to help him invest his money. What should we do?
It’s hard to watch someone you love approach retirement with almost nothing saved, especially when that someone is your parent. Let’s say your dad is 54, earns $70,000 a year working as a contractor and owns a home worth $400,000 outright. He’s debt-free, but he doesn’t have a 401(k) and has only $10,000 saved in […]
Focus on these 3 ‘magic numbers’ to become a millionaire in America — and only on these numbers. How do you stack up?
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. There’s so much wealth-building advice out there that it’s easy to feel a little overwhelmed. If you ask ChatGPT "how to become a millionaire," you’re likely to get a […]
US homebuyers can save a staggering $200,000 by building a new home instead of buying a used one — but on 1 condition. Is it still worth it?
With the ongoing housing crisis, there’s been a renewed push to build new homes across America. Unfortunately, a newly built property typically costs more than an existing one. On average, a brand new unit is roughly 37.5% more expensive than existing units, according to LendingTree’s analysis. However, the report also discovered something surprising. Potential homebuyers […]
Here are 5 crucial things Americans need to stop doing after the age of 50 — your retirement joy depends on it. How many are you still doing?
Let’s face it — your 50s can be a great decade. By this stage, many people are earning more than ever after decades of building skills and experience. You might own a home, be an empty-nester, and have a growing retirement fund. But that’s not the case for everyone. Some reach their 50s with little […]
Here are the top 5 things happy Americans do really (really) well in retirement — how many are you doing in 2025?
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. Retirement represents a significant transition that most people are eager to make. A recent Wealth Enhancement survey found that 90% of older Americans don’t regret retiring when they did, […]
Canadians owe a staggering $2.5 trillion in household debt — here’s how to chip away and finally breathe free
Debt: Almost all Canadians have it. In fact, Equifax Canada’s Market Pulse Consumer Credit Trends and Insights Report found that consumer debt levels rose to $2.5 trillion at the end of hte first quarter of 2025 — a 4% year-over-year increase. TransUnion estimate that consumer debt, across all credit products, hit a record $2.5 trillion […]
A $6,000 tax break for seniors just passed under Trump’s big bill — but not everyone gets a cut. Here’s how much you’ll save at every income level.
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. Donald Trump’s big sweeping spending bill included a sweetener for many seniors across America. Individuals over the age of 65 can claim $6,000 as a tax deduction, as of […]
I’m 61 and plan to retire in 2 years with $750K saved — but I’m terrified of running out of money if I live longer than expected. What should I do?
One of the biggest questions about retirement is figuring out how much you’ll need to live on. There is no one-size-fits-all number, as not everybody has the same debts, health, hobbies, aspirations and spending habits. Then there’s age, a big factor that’s overlooked, mainly because we have little control over it. Some people don’t make […]
Trump has quietly bought up $100M in bonds since entering White House, report says. How to be on the ‘winning’ side of the President’s big bet
President Donald Trump has quietly purchased at least $103 million in corporate and municipal bonds since taking office in January, according to NBC News. [1] The filings from the U.S. Office of Government Ethics (OGE) provide a rare glimpse into the president’s growing investment portfolio. Trending Now Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become […]