Trump’s new tariffs on lumber, furniture and cabinets just went into effect — will they slow down an already sluggish US housing market?
Wood is the latest commodity on the chopping block. President Trump’s new tariffs on imports of wood and related products, including lumber, timber, kitchen cabinets and upholstered furniture, officially took effect recently. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don’t have […]
This 1 group of US homebuyers aren’t being deterred by rising prices and high mortgage rates — where they’re still buying (and why it matters)
Foreign money is flowing back into American housing, proving that high U.S. mortgage rates and economic or political concerns are not stopping international buyers, who are more likely to pay all cash. Must Read Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don’t have […]
Here’s the 1 big cost you must absolutely cut in retirement — can add up to thousands of dollars and you don’t even feel it
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. For many people, being retired is almost synonymous with being frugal. With less control over your monthly income, it’s natural that you might become more focused on controlling expenses. In fact, 52% of American seniors on Social Security said they were […]
Man flabbergasts Dave Ramsey when he admits he’s ‘secretly worth millions of dollars’ — and he’s kept his ‘spender’ wife of 5 years in the dark about their true financial situation
When Damon from San Jose, California, called into The Ramsey Show, he didn’t ask how to get out of debt — he asked whether he should tell his wife they’re secretly worth millions. His question of whether he should ever disclose his secret to his wife caught listeners, and hosts Dave Ramsey and Ken Coleman, […]
US insurance companies are using drones to inspect homes without owners knowing — policies canceled in some cases. But is that even legal?
This article adheres to strict editorial standards. Some or all links may be monetized. Your homeowners’ insurance is just that — your peace of mind should something go catastrophically wrong at home. It’s typically not something you expect to be hassled with, nor do you wish to be threatened with policy cancellation over trivial matters. […]
This tech CEO once laid off 80% of his staff for not doing this 1 thing fast enough — why he argues it was necessary for his business to survive
Anyone worried about AI and their job security would do well to heed the cautionary tale of IgniteTech, an enterprise software company. In early 2023, IgniteTech CEO Eric Vaughn dropped the hammer on nearly 80% of his workforce because they refused to adapt to AI fast enough. As Fortune reveals, Vaughan had launched “AI Mondays” […]
Las Vegas campaign looks to reel in new visitors after a slumping summer season — but it’s not the only hot spot seeing a decline. What’s going on?
Las Vegas has been synonymous with getaways since its glamorous heyday in the ’60s. Since it was once such a popular destination, it may seem odd that the city needs to launch an ad campaign to get people to visit. Surprisingly, though, that’s exactly what’s happening. The new campaign, called "Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas,” […]
Colorado mom $53K in debt wonders if she should prioritize $12K in past-due rent — but Dave Ramsey can’t get past how she landed in such a ‘hot mess’
Maya, a mom from Colorado who recently got engaged, called The Ramsey Show (1) to ask for expert advice about how she should manage her debt snowball. She has around $53,000 in debt, including $16,000 in credit card debt, $14,000 on a vehicle loan for a car that was wrecked when she was uninsured, $12,000 […]
Chamath Palihapitiya declares ‘tariffs don’t create inflation,’ as August inflation numbers surprise economists — but does that add up?
Venture capitalist Chamath Palihapitiya made waves recently when he posted on social media platform X that “tariffs don’t create inflation” in the U.S. [1] His reasoning? Wholesale inflation prices in August rose 2.6%, which was lower than the 3.3% experts had predicted. At first glance, this looks like a win for consumers. But dig a […]
My friend asked out of nowhere to borrow $1,500 to pay her rent — I want to help but I’m not sure she can pay me back. Will this wreck the friendship?
Nothing says “good friend” like picking up the dinner tab, buying a thoughtful gift, or offering to spot someone in a pinch. Many of us are wired to be generous with the people we care about. But what happens when your bestie asks for a lot more than coffee money? Picture this: your close friend […]