My husband died suddenly last year after a short illness — can I collect his Social Security and my own at the same time or would that cause problems?
Janice’s husband died suddenly last year after having a stroke. The couple were a few years away from retirement. Janice, 62, was waiting to claim Social Security at 65 when she’d also be eligible for Medicare benefits. Her late husband made more money over the course of his career, so he would have received a […]
Ray Dalio warns Americans the current chaos is much bigger than tariffs — claims the era of US dominance is over and sees ‘big disruptive’ shifts ahead. 2 simple ways to protect yourself
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. Waves of tariffs from President Donald Trump — despite a temporary pause on many — has unleashed chaos across global markets, reigniting trade tensions and rattling investors. But billionaire […]
‘It’s not taxed at all’: Warren Buffett said this is the ‘best investment’ you can make to fight inflation — how to put his advice into action
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. With an estimated net worth of $161.8 billion, Warren Buffett, the CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, has built a tremendous financial empire. Now, At 94 years old, Warren Buffett has […]
Utah copper mine reopens after lying dormant for nearly 6 years — as demand heats up for the mineral, could it offer a ‘critical’ solution for other struggling rural towns?
A long-dormant copper mine in Beaver County, Utah resumed operations earlier this year under new ownership. Don’t miss 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 I’m 49 years old and have nothing […]
‘The face of homelessness has changed’: This Florida woman, 78, lives out of her car and eats just 1 meal a day — why more and more seniors in the Sunshine State are facing homelessness
South Florida resident Carolyn is 78 years old — and at a time in her life when she should be enjoying life’s comforts, she’s instead living in her car because she can’t afford a home. “I look at it as a journey. I’ve had many journeys in my life,” she told WSVN 7News in a […]
I spent my 20s just pouring money down the drain — now I’m scared I’ll be stuck spending my entire 30s shelling out over $1,100/month to pay off my debt. How do I get out of this mess?
If you’re handing over $1,100 each month to service maxed-out credit cards, you’re not alone. The average credit card balance hit $6,371 as of the first quarter of 2025, according to a May TransUnion report, while interest rates now hover around 24.33% for new cards. Don’t miss Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become […]
Arizona man’s HOA keeps fining him $100 for giving out free water in extreme heat — but a lawyer for the group explains why. Who do you agree with?
David Martin of Goodyear, Arizona, says he just wanted to help his neighbors stay hydrated during triple-digit temperatures — but now he’s being fined for it by his homeowners association. Martin has been placing a cooler filled with free bottled water near the sidewalk outside his home since May of 2020. “It’s for the kids, […]
‘Are you crazy?’: Suze Orman explained why a retiree’s $1.6 million 401(k) rollover plan would backfire — what you need to know before you retire
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. Suze Orman was as candid as ever when Gina, a 56 year-old retiree, called into her Women & Money podcast earlier this year. Orman was quick to shoot down […]
Retiring soon? Not so fast. Here are 3 serious retirement risks that older Americans often forget about — and how to deal with them ASAP
Planning for retirement is something that’s best to do throughout your career, not just when you’re approaching that milestone and have a year or two left to work. Only half of Americans have tried to calculate how much money they’ll need in retirement, according to a 2024 survey by the Employee Benefits Research Institute (EBRI). […]
I’ve worked for the county for 10 years making more than $100K with a pension — but I hate my job and dread going into my toxic workplace every single day. Should I quit or just tough it out?
For almost a decade, Joe has worked for the county, pulling in an enviable salary of more than $100K a year. Not only does he have job security, but he also gets generous vacation time, health insurance and a pension. His friends and family think he’s got it made. But every morning, Joe dreads going […]