This TikToker was grilled at T.J. Maxx for refusing a store credit card — and her fury went viral. What every shopper should know before applying
A T.J. Maxx shopper recently went viral on TikTok after she posted a video about her frustrating experience being repeatedly pressured by employees into signing up for a store credit card; even after she said no. Ashley (@ashleydarkmoon) raged about a store supervisor pushing her to accept the card after she had already rejected the […]
My wife and I can now afford to pay off our entire $483K mortgage — but should we? Here’s how to decide if killing your loan is the right move
For many homeowners, the idea of living debt-free is irresistible. Imagine wiping out your largest monthly bill and freeing up thousands of dollars in cash flow. That’s the choice facing one couple. Both of them are 51, and with a 6.5% interest rate, they have a nearly half-million-dollar mortgage and enough cash to eliminate it […]
Economist Paul Krugman says politicians who promise lower prices are ‘ignorant or lying or both.’ Why Trump’s affordability pledge keeps falling short
When Hasan Minhaj asked Nobel Prize-winning economist Paul Krugman whether voters should believe politicians who promise to “bring prices down,” Krugman was blunt. “Any politician who promises to bring prices way down is either ignorant or lying, or both,” he said on Minhaj’s podcast (1). Must Read Real Estate: Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can […]
Live Nation’s CEO thinks concerts are still ‘underpriced’ — but with ticket prices up 32% in the last 5 years, are fans singing a different tune?
The house lights to the arena dim. The cell phone flashlights pop on. The sound of electric guitars thrum and then a voice belts out the lyrics to your favourite song. Ah, yes, there’s nothing quite like seeing your favorite artists perform on stage. But if there’s one thing getting in your way of live […]
5 clear signs you’re punching way above the average American. Are you richer than you think?
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Managing money is a lot like running. Many people dislike it, and most are just trying to reach the finish line without burning out. But a few are like elite athletes — effortlessly staying ahead of the pack. In fact, you […]
A 25-year-old Liverpool shop owner who once applied to be Nike’s CEO now runs a thriving sneaker business, proving that a sole focus can pay off
When you step into Block P, a sneaker shop tucked into the heart of Liverpool, the walls aren’t cluttered with endless silhouettes or the latest drops of sneakers. Instead, there is an almost reverent singularity: row after row of Nike Air Max 95s, each pair displayed like a chapter in a story the city has […]
Warren Buffett warns Father Time ‘in the neighborhood’ with memory in decline. But leaves 3 golden nuggets for older Americans as he ‘goes quiet’
Charles Dickens famously wrote a story that gets told around this time of year, about a rich old man who discovers that the best thing he can do with his wealth is to help those less fortunate. It’s a story that comes to mind as one reads the 2025 Thanksgiving missive penned by billionaire Warren […]
Travel insurance can help you avoid expensive surprises, but many popular vacation activities aren’t covered. Here’s what you might still pay for
You’re soaring through the treetops on a zipline, the wind whipping past your face, when a sudden jolt sends you spinning, and straight into a thrill ride your travel insurance might not cover. Buying travel insurance is more popular than ever, with Americans spending $5.56 billion on coverage in 2024, according to the U.S. Travel […]
NC homeowner watches in shock from miles away as home collapses into ocean — and it’s the 9th to go down. Would you risk living in a coastal home?
Along the shores of Buxton, North Carolina, the ocean has swallowed what was once a row of postcard-perfect beach homes. Nine homes have collapsed this week, claimed by years of erosion and the pounding surf fueled by hurricanes Humberto and Imelda. Must Read Real Estate: Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord […]
Tim Tebow reveals how Bill Belichick blocked his big 1-day payday for $1M. And then cut him ‘a few days’ later. Classless move or good life lesson?
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. The idea of making $1 million in a single day might sound unreal — but that was the exact opportunity former NFL quarterback Tim Tebow had in front of him. In a recent interview with Graham Bensinger, Tebow reflected on his […]